by Dr. Melissa Carr | Nov 29, 2023 | Acupuncture, energy, Stress
The world can feel chaotic and overwhelming, at times. There’s a theory that the brain’s #1 goal is to minimize surprises. This theory is called the “free energy principle,” and it is that every living organism is trying to reduce the chances...
by Dr. Melissa Carr | Feb 10, 2023 | Acupuncture, anxiety, mental health, Stress, Traditional Chinese Medicine
It seems weird right? Needles helping you feel calmer? It may sound strange, but yes, it’s true, acupuncture can help you manage your anxiety, even if you’re nervous about needles. Firstly, let me start with the needles part because I know that anyone...
by Dr. Melissa Carr | Aug 19, 2022 | Acupuncture, headache, Health Tips, Pain, Stress
Do you suffer from TMJ syndrome? If so, you understand how painful it can be. Whether you’re smiling, laughing, talking, yawning, or chewing, these common daily facial movements can cause you a great deal of agony. The good news for sufferers is that there are...
by Dr. Melissa Carr | Mar 22, 2022 | Acupuncture, Alternative Medicine, anxiety, Arthritis, Back Pain, Digestion, energy, headache, immune boosting, immune system, injury, migraine, neck pain, neuropathic pain, Pain, Sleep, Stress
Did you know that acupuncture is one of the most common and safest forms of healthcare treatment in the world? Acupuncture has been providing relief to patients for thousands of years. If you’ve never tried acupuncture before but have always been curious about...
by Dr. Melissa Carr | Jun 15, 2021 | Acupuncture, Health Tips, Healthy Habits, Stress
You may think you don’t know any Japanese words, outside of, perhaps, konichiwa (hello), arigato (thank you), and sushi (well, um, sushi), but you actually probably know quite a few: futon, kimono, koi, tsunami, typhoon, karaoke, karate, sensei, samurai, ninja,...
by Dr. Melissa Carr | Jan 26, 2021 | anxiety, depression, Health Tips, Healthy Habits, Stress
January 25, 2021. Can you believe it? It has been a year since the first case of COVID-19 showed up in Canada. With unpredictable times like these, many of us feel anxious. If this is you, you are not alone. According to a recent poll done by Mental Health Research...
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