Supporting Your Liver in Spring

Spring is a time of renewal, making it the perfect season to support your Liver health in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). In TCM, the Liver governs the smooth flow of Qi, digestion, emotional balance, and detoxification. As nature awakens, your body craves cleansing foods, movement, and stress relief to keep Liver Qi flowing smoothly. Discover how acupuncture, herbal remedies, and mindful practices can help you align with spring’s energy, reduce tension, and enhance overall well-being. Learn more about seasonal wellness at Scottsdale Integrative Acupuncture.

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Dr. Shelley's Essential Oil Journey

Discover my journey into the world of essential oils and how formal education transformed my approach to holistic healing. In this blog, I share how Aromahead Institute’s Aromatherapy Certification Program deepened my knowledge of essential oil chemistry, blending techniques, and safety practices. Learn how this comprehensive training helped me create more effective blends, gain credibility, and reignite my passion for aromatherapy. If you’re curious about the power of essential oils, this is the perfect place to start!

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A Holistic Approach to Effective Relief for TMJ Disorder

Suffering from TMJ disorder? Discover how holistic treatments like acupuncture, facial cupping, and gua sha can provide effective relief from jaw pain, headaches, and more. At Scottsdale Integrative Acupuncture, Dr. Shelley combines her extensive dental experience with Chinese Medicine to offer natural, non-invasive solutions that go beyond traditional treatments. Learn how these therapies can help you achieve lasting relief and improve your overall well-being.

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Facial Gua Sha: What It Is & Why You'll LOVE It

Gua Sha. If you google this term, be prepared for some intense-looking photos of someone’s bright red freshly gua sha'd back. How can this same process be something that you want done to your face? 

The answer is that face gua sha, although relying on the same principles of body gua sha, is a much, much different animal

Keep reading to find out how face gua sha can help soften lines, boost collagen, and give your face a smooth and sculpted appearance.

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Community Acupuncture Available in Phoenix: 30 Min Tuneup Treatments

Whether you’re new to acupuncture, or just need a quick “tune up”, Community Acupuncture appointments are just the ticket to take you to relaxation station. These 30 minute walk-in style appointments are available at the Wellness Center in the Natural Wellness & Pain Solutions clinic in Phoenix (in the area of E Shea Blvd and N Tatum Blvd).

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