Author: Pacific College
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PCOM Librarian Appointed Secretary of the Friends of NLM Board of Directors
Categories: Research & ArticlesOur very own Naomi Broering, Dean of Libraries at Pacific College of Oriental Medicine (PCOM) in SD, and Medical Library Association (MLA) past president has been a charter member of the Friends of the National Library of Medicine (FNLM) since 1986. She sponsored several FNLM Computers in healthcare conferences from 1990 – 93 at Georgetown…
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The Summer 2012 Olympics Bring Acupuncture to the Forefront
Categories: Research & ArticlesAs the world watches the Summer 2012 Olympics with bated breath, Chinese medicine has stepped into the spotlight. Each athlete has a regime that allows him or her to best perform, and sometimes it extends beyond the typical physical training. Many professional athletes employ an acupuncturist to keep in top shape. Orthopedic Acupuncture in Sports…
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From the Needle to the Field: A Look at Acupuncture for Sports
Categories: Research & ArticlesAmong the many paths and specialties a Chinese medicine student can focus his or her career on, an increasingly popular area of interest is in acupuncture for sports medicine. Some students go on to become acupuncturists specializing in orthopedics, where they treat patients, often athletes, with ailments specific to the muscle and bone. Many students…
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Traveling this Summer? Make the Most of Your Vacation with TCM
Categories: Research & ArticlesIt’s officially August! You have one more month for all your summer travel plans. Going on any camping trips this summer? Whether you’re going hiking for the day or taking a river tubing adventure, there are some traditional Chinese medicine items and tips that can help you get the most out of your vacation. Essential…
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The Chinese Medical Canons’ View on Immune Response and Its Regulation
Categories: Research & ArticlesIn biomedical terms, immunity is ‘a condition of being able to resist a particular disease especially through preventing development of a pathogenic microorganism or by counteracting the effects of its products.’[1] The actual process of resisting the pathogenic perpetrator is called immune response or immune reaction, which is ‘a bodily response to an antigen that…
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Acupressure Points for Better Vision
Categories: Research & ArticlesYour eyes are two of the most complex organs in your body, but can often be taken for granted. Chinese medicine can help your eyes more than you know. It’s never too late to start taking better care of your eyes. People with cataracts (which includes nearly all adults over the age of 65) are…
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What’s that Ringing? Tinnitus and How TCM Can Help
Categories: Research & ArticlesHave you ever had an inexplicable ringing in your ears, but don’t know why or how to get rid of it? You may have a condition called Tinnitus, and there is a wide array of causes. Exposure to sudden, loud music or explosive noises can cause Tinnitus, a nerve disorder that involves a consistent ringing…
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Chinese… Japanese… Is Acupuncture All the Same?
Categories: Research & ArticlesHave you ever wondered what the difference is between Chinese and Japanese acupuncture? Is one better than the other? Maybe you’ve never had acupuncture before and you’re not sure who to go to…well, today we’re going behind the scenes to uncover some of the unique qualities that distinguish these two acupuncture styles. Historical Roots and Cultural…
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Which Type of Massage is Right for You?
Categories: Research & ArticlesWith so many massage types or “modalities” out there, it can be overwhelming trying to figure out which type of massage is right for you. Each massage modality is unique and uses different techniques to best address the needs of the patient. One common trait you will find amongst the Asian modalities is that they…
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Taoism – Ancient Wisdom for a Modern World: Yin and Yang
Categories: Research & ArticlesThis is the second in a series of six articles on fundamental Taoist principles. Each commentary will focus on explaining and understanding a separate principle along with its application to daily living. Taoist teachings function as a guide to daily living. Their purpose is to assist us in experiencing our essential nature as inseparable from…