Ginger is a common spice once considered a luxury. Ancient Chinese and Indians used the root of the ginger plant as a tonic to treat...

I can't believe it has been a year since I opened my clinic in Sherwood Park! This year has surpassed all my expectations and I owe it's...

Irritable Bowel Syndrome, otherwise known as “spastic colon,” is a common disorder that affects the colon and causes many disruptive...

One of the best gifts you can give your mother this Mother’s Day is the gift of acupuncture. Acupuncture can help with an abundance of...

If you are suffering from insomnia or unable to get a good night’s rest, you are not alone. Around 60 million Canadians experience...

At Inner Essence Wellness, we believe in a collaborative approach to health and wellness. Acupuncture and floating work together to help...

One of the things I have found most valuable when dealing with my own PTSD and panic disorder, is learning to dance with my pain. I can...

Keep a routine It is especially easy to lose your normal routine during the holidays due to festivities and the special occasions that...

I am often asked by patients what made me decide to study and practice TCM and acupuncture. I tell them their question is all wrong. It's...

Do you ever feel your life's a ride that won’t ever stop? How many nights do you wait for Mr. Sandman to magically appear? How often do...

I have been sick for over 5 days now. From sore throat, fever, coughing, head and body aches to a sneezing, runny, raw, red plugged up...

I put this idea out there, I asked friends, colleagues, and family members. Everyone said that it is probably not the best idea. So I...

Fall or autumn is a favorite season for many people. The weather is getting a little cooler, things are starting to slow down and...

Tips to keep your kids healthy as they head back to school It’s that time of year again. The new school year is upon us. Amidst your...

It has been shown that acupuncture can help the body in many ways. From repairing the digestive system to boosting Qi, enhancing athletic...

If you suffer from headaches, you are not alone. Over 50 million of us experience some form of a severe headache at some point in our...

Although sun protection is extremely important to protect against harmful UV-rays and to prevent skin cancer, next time you pick out your...

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) summer is the season of upmost yang. Yang is vibrant, energetic, expansive, expressive. It is a...

Temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJ) is a common condition that is characterized by pain and jaw dysfunction. TMJ is used to...

How acupuncture helps Acupuncture treats the patient by addressing the whole body. When the body is out of balance, pain and illness can...