'Ancient Ways to Modern Health'
We had a great time out in the sunny weather here in Waynesville learning the traditional Shao Lin Staff / Spear form “Five Tigers & a Flock of Sheep”. I will post some pics soon and we have a neat video of the form for attendees so its easier to remember.
The staff seminar is the last weekend in April….I mistakenly stated it as the 27th and 28th but out is ACTUALLY the 28th and 29th. Sorry for the confusion.
Here is the January Edition of ’Ancient Ways to Modern Health’
Its frigid here in Waynesville, NC and you may be suffering from joint pain, back pain, neck pain, sinus congestion, or any number of illnesses that are treatable with Moxibustion, to find out more check out the newsletter!
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Exiting the Rabbit Hole,
Entering the Year of the Dragon
By Nate Novgrod L.Ac.
January 23rd, 2012 is the beginning of the Chinese New Year. This will ring in the year of the Water Dragon. The water phase will help cool the dragon’s natural fire.
The dragon is the fifth sign in the Chinese zodiac and the only one which is a mythical figure. Dragons are historically said to have the head of an ox, the muzzle of a donkey, the eyes of a shrimp, the horns of a deer, the body of a serpent covered in fish scales, and the feet of a phoenix. They are often portrayed grasping a pearl which is a symbol of its super-natural powers.
Dragons for the Chinese are a representation of the emperor, masculinity, and power. Dragons are associated with natural phenomenon such as thunder, rain, lightning, and whirlwinds. All of these share characteristics with the dragon; immensely powerful and very unpredictable.
After the Year of the Rabbit, a generally calm year, the Year of the Dragon will be full of energy and spirit. It should be a year of good fortune and happiness. The Chinese consider the Year of the Dragon to be a good year for marriage, having children, and starting new business ventures. Money should be a little easier to come by during this year. Though it’s best to use caution as both successes and failures will be magnified this year. There may be more surprises as well as violent natural disasters this year.
Those born in the Year of the Dragon should have an easier time making decisions as well as seeing things from the point of view of others. Dragons are generally innovative, enterprising, self-assured, braves, passionate, conceited, quick-tempered, and creative. Dragons are somewhat of free spirits. Everything they do, they do on a grand scale.
Some famous Dragons are: Calista Flockhart, Colin Farrell, Courtney Cox, Courtney Love, Julia Ormond, Reese Witherspoon, Sandra Bullock, and Wynonna Judd.
Nate Novgrod is a Licensed Acupuncturist and Tai Chi instructor here in Waynesville. For more information check out www.waynesvilleacupuncture.com or call (828) 283-0268.
Well it’s that time again.
Yep. Waynesville has had its first snow. Nothing much to speak of; only about a half inch at my house on Balsam.
However, we will inevitably have much more snow throughout this winter.
OMHC realizes that this will impact patients ability to make scheduled appointments. It is up to you to use your good judgement and not drive if you feel it is unsafe. However, please give as much notice as possible if you must cancel. If you are snowed in the day before, go ahead and let me know so that I can possibly fill that space.
Additionally, I do house calls and have a 4wd vehicle as well as snow chains. If you are in pain, don’t hesitate to ask me about a house call. I charge an additional fee of $20 for in home treatments to cover the added time necessary to drive and set up/break down.
During these cold, snowy days it is more important than ever to take care of yourself, and that includes your acupuncture, herbal formulas, and bodywork. The cold, damp weather makes most peoples aches and pains hurt worse and moxibustion can be an invaluable aid in keeping you pain free this winter.
Please stay safe, warm, and healthy this winter.
Nate Novgrod L.Ac.
Hope everyone had a wonderful holiday. OMHC is back up and running on the regular schedule after a great holiday!
The last two weeks here in beautiful Waynesvville, NC I’ve seen an increasing number of neck and shoulder pain patients.
Many of these patients have been referred because they don’t wish to have surgery if it’s not absolutely necessary. It is interesting how conditions and patients come in waves. Guess its been neck / shoulder and neuropathies lately.
Another interesting occurence is that many patients who have hand / arm pain and/or numbness and tingling are told they have carpal tunnel syndrome. I have noticed a large incidence of people who report similar symptoms to carpal tunnel syndrome but also report having neck and shoulder tension. Many of these patients have compression of the nerve as it passes through the thoracic outlet and not at the carpal tunnel [in the wrist] even though the symptoms appear distally in the hand or forearm, the problem is in the neck / shoulder. I have successfully treated many patients so that they do not have to suffer through a surgery, that in many cases does nothing to relieve the symptoms.
Anyway, hope everyone enjoyed Turkey day!
OMHC will be closed Thursday, November 24th – Saturday, November 26th in observance of Thanksgiving. OMHC will be back to normal business hours starting Tuesday, November 29th.
I hope everyone has a wonderful holiday!
Nate Novgrod L.Ac.
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