Please see my latest blog post on re-opening during COVID-19 and the current protocols in place to keep our community and treatment space safe.

As the seasons are changing, I am beginning to see more and more patients coming in with those pesky allergy symptoms. Runny nose, sneezing, itchy and watery eyes are all popping up and causing much suffering for many. Most patients who are plagued with the symptoms brought on by seasonal allergies tend to turn to antihistamines or allergy shots for relief spending millions of dollars annually on these medications and sometimes still not receiving any relief. Why do seasonal allergies happy, what can we do to help the symptoms and how specifically can acupuncture help? Read my latest blog to find out!

As Autumn has begun to give way to Winter’s chilly darkness, you may be feeling the seasonal change within yourself. The cold and darkness of the Winter is an ideal time to slow down, reflect, replenish your energy, recharge your reserves and conserve your strength for the Spring. Continue reading my latest blog to find out how you can stay healthy in the Winter according to Chinese Medicine.

Moxibustion is a Traditional Chinese Medicine technique that involves the burning of a dried herb called Mugwort, also known as Moxa, on the body in order to facilitate healing. Moxibustion has been used throughout Asia for thousands of years to smooth the blood flow, stimulate the flow of qi, warm the area and maintain overall health. Read my blog to delve a little deeper into what makes moxa so healing and powerful!

Over 90 million Americans struggle with some sort of digestive discomfort. Symptoms vary from person to person with the source of the symptoms ranging from common conditions like heartburn, acid reflux, GERD or indigestion to chronic disorders such as ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease or irritable bowel syndrome. Acupuncture and Chinese medicine has been treating a variety of digestive disorders for thousands of years with various Western medical studies beginning to show both subjective and objective findings in both laboratory results and patient physical symptoms - both of which have showed significant improvements. Read my latest blog to see how acupuncture can help with digestive disorders and benefit the entire gastrointestinal system.

Millions of Americans suffer from debilitating migraines with pain so intense that it affects their day to day lives and relief can seem impossible. Migraine is the third most common disease in the world affecting about one in seven people. Chronic migraine affects approximately 2% of the world population and three times as many women as men get migraines. Acupuncture can help with migraines, read my latest blog to find out how!

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and according to the National Breast Cancer Center, 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetimes. Many oncologists are beginning to explore the healing possibilities that acupuncture has to offer patients and are encouraging them to seek additional support from integrative medical therapies such as acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine. According to the World Health Organization, acupuncture is used in at least 78 countries for different symptoms including cancer and treatment related symptoms. Acupuncture is a safe and effective therapy to manage cancer symptoms that gives patients an opportunity to actively participate in their own care plan. Read my latest blog on how acupuncture can help cancer patients.

Morning sickness, back pain, headaches, pelvic pain and sleep disruptions are just some of the symptoms that mom’s to be tend to face during their pregnancies. Even the easiest pregnancies can be hard on your body - I mean you are growing a human after all - and finding relief through Western medicine can be challenging. Studies show that acupuncture during pregnancy has been proven to be very safe with very few adversed effects and is an effective non-pharmacological option when applied correctly by a licensed acupuncturist. Read my latest blog to find out what symptoms acupuncture can help with throughout your entire pregnancy, labor & delivery and postpartum care!

The topic of dry needling has been discussed a lot in my treatment room recently. It has been an ongoing controversial issue between acupuncturists and physical therapists since I began acupuncture school. Besides the scope of practice argument that has been made through the modalities, the most important issue in my opinion is patient care, well being and safety. I have had a surprising number of patients recently receive dry needling treatments from their physical therapists, massage therapists or chiropractors coming to me reporting negative effects. I have remained relatively neutral on the topic when patients or friends have asked my thoughts in the past but after my patients most recent experiences and delving a little deeper into the topic, I thought it was necessary to write a blog addressing the concern. Read on for more information.

Summertime is the season in Chinese Medicine that is the most yang time of the year. During this time, you may be noticing yourself having more energy, feeling more social or experiencing being in a better mood. As with anything in life, balance is the key and an excess of anything can cause stress and imbalance within the body. Read my latest blog to find out how to stay healthy in the Summer according to Chinese Medicine!

In my most recent blog, I recount my struggle with fertility and the physical, mental and emotional ups and downs that coincided with our journey. Acupuncture can complement IVF, IUI, natural methods and help couples through their own fertility process. It is a passion of mine to provide a space of deep listening and understanding to those seeking support on their own journey.

My latest blog explores how acupuncture can be used in conjunction with other modalities and therapies as a pain management solution for patients with chronic pain and chronic disease in order to combat the opioid epidemic that we are currently facing in America. To learn more or to schedule an appointment, contact Oasis of Harmony Wellness at 443-286-0138 or email jess@oasisofharmonywellness.com

The holidays are upon us and while many find December to be their favorite and most joyous time of year, there are plenty who feel the weight of the holidays in a much different way. Self-care can be hard to think about or consider during the stressful times of the holiday season but perhaps now is the most important time to consider adding acupuncture treatments to your routine. Consider giving yourself or someone you love the gift of acupuncture this holiday season to reduce your stress levels and anxiety symptoms.

At Oasis of Harmony Wellness, I strive to create a healing partnership where patients of all ages are treated as unique individuals for all kinds of acute or chronic conditions. Here is a list of the most common ailments that I have seen shown up in my treatment space.

Happy Fall! For me, Autumn has always been my favorite season because it feels like a time for renewal within myself as well as in nature. In Chinese Medicine, the Autumn is the time for letting go of the things that no longer serve us - like the leaves on the trees. It is also a time to eat all of those warm, hearty vegetables that help to nourish the body and support our immune systems! Read my new blog for more tips to help with this seasonal transition to Autumn and how you can boost that immune system! Don’t forget to schedule an acupuncture treatment at Oasis of Harmony Wellness to create your reserve of strength and health for an abundant harvest this Fall season! 443-286-0138 or jess@oasisofharmonywellness.com

In Chinese medicine and the East, there are five seasons as opposed to the four that we acknowledge in the West. We are currently coming into the fifth season now known as Late Summer. Late Summer begins in August and goes through the Autumn Equinox in September. Although this 4-6 week period is a short season in comparison to the others, it is an important time of transition between the most yang energies of the Summer Fire and the most yin and contracting energies of the Fall and Winter. As we enter Late Summer season, my latest blog discusses some tips to maintain balance, nourish your digestive system and create ease and stability as we transition from the yang of the Summer to the yin of the Fall and Winter.

Have you ever been curious about acupuncture and wanted to try it but aren’t sure what to expect? Read my latest blog to find out what you can expect at your first acupuncture treatment!