by NorthVancouverPainClinic | Aug 18, 2026 | Acupuncture, Chinese medicine, Preventative Medicine
Stress is one of the most widespread health challenges in the world. Experts estimate that stress or stress-related ailments account for 75% to 90% of all visits to a primary care physician. From muscle tension and chronic fatigue to digestive issues, anxiety,... by NorthVancouverPainClinic | Aug 18, 2026 | Acupuncture, Chinese medicine
As a competitive triathlete and Ironman finisher, I know firsthand the physical toll that intense, long-distance training takes on the human body. Whether you are training for local North Shore trail runs, marathons, or triathlons, properly supporting your body during... by NorthVancouverPainClinic | Nov 1, 2017 | Acupuncture
In a recent study, researchers concluded that long-term use of certain common sleep medications, as well as many medications for allergies, and chronic pain, led to an increased risk of developing dementia (Journal of the American Medical Association, Internal... by NorthVancouverPainClinic | Aug 1, 2017 | Acupuncture
As a practitioner certified in pain management by the Blatman International Myofascial Academy, and also a registered Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine, I am frequently asked how IMS (Intramuscular stimulation) differs from acupuncture. Both systems have proven...