#95 - Your Go-To Protocol For Frozen Shoulder During Menopause
💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else!In this episode, we’re connecting the dots between Frozen Shoulder and Menopause.Both are incredibly common—especially in women around their 40s and 50s—and TCM offers powerful tools to support recovery and balance.I’ll walk you through the TCM perspective on frozen shoulder, exploring patterns like Qi and Blood stagnation, Kidney and Liver Blood deficiencies, and how these connect to hormonal shifts and the decline of estrogen from a Western medical lens.Here’s what you’ll learn:The TCM patterns behind frozen shoulder and how they link to menopause Key acupuncture points and techniques that target both local and systemic causes How to combine treatments for faster, more lasting resultsLifestyle tips to support healing between sessions➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode!Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out. And connect with @AcuProAcademy on all social media!
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#94 - How to Use the 20 Acupuncture Points of the Large Intestine Meridian
💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else! Today, we’re exploring the Large Intestine Meridian—an essential channel in Chinese medicine with 20 acupuncture points that treat everything from constipation and diarrhea to toothaches, skin issues, and even emotional stagnation. Whether you’re a student or a seasoned practitioner, this episode will give you a clear, practical review of the Large Intestine channel—its pathway, point functions, and clinical applications. Here’s what you’ll learn: Why the Large Intestine channel is most active between 5–7 am and how it supports detox and eliminationThe pathway: starting at LI 1 on the index finger and ending at LI 20 beside the nose—explaining its link to digestion, immunity, and the faceKey Large Intestine points like LI 4 (Master point for pain & immunity), LI 11 (clears heat & regulates blood), and LI 20 (opens nasal passages)How this meridian connects digestion, skin health, and emotional balance—making it one of your most versatile clinical tools➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode!Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out. And connect with @AcuProAcademy on all social media!
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#93 - Blood Deficiency in TCM (Causes & Treatments)
💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else!Do your patients complain of dizziness, fatigue, poor memory, or insomnia? In Chinese medicine, these are all signs that may point to Blood Deficiency—one of the most common patterns we see in clinic.In this episode, I break down everything you need to know about Blood Deficiency: its symptoms, causes, and how to treat it effectively with acupuncture, herbs, and food therapy. Plus, I share a powerful point hack at the end that supercharges your treatments for blood-related conditions.In this episode, you’ll learn:The essential functions of Blood in TCM and how deficiency shows up in patientsThe most common causes of Blood Deficiency (and what makes it worse over time)Acupuncture points, herbal formulas, and food therapy that rebuild and nourish BloodA powerful point hack + case story to help you get better results in clinic➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode!Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.And connect with @AcuProAcademy on all social media!
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#92 - Marketing Your Acupuncture Practice with Michelle Grasek
💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else!Today, we’re exploring one of my favourite (and most overlooked) and key parts of practice: marketing. It’s just as important as your diagnosis skills—and yet, it’s something we’re rarely taught in school.I teamed up with acupuncture marketing expert Michelle Grasek to share strategies on building a thriving practice without feeling overwhelmed by the business side of acupuncture. Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:How to market your practice without “selling”—through genuine connection and communityThe foundations of effective marketing: clear messaging, consistency, and patient follow-upWhy your website should instantly answer: Who are you, what do you treat, and how much does it cost?Smart visibility strategies—online and offline—that actually bring patients through your door➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode!Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.And connect with @AcuProAcademy on all social media!
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#91 - Lung Health in TCM: Nutritional Strategies for Transitioning & Letting Go
💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else!Happy Fall, rock stars! In Chinese medicine, Autumn is known as Lung time 🍂Do you want to better support your patients who deal with Lung pattern issues? Well, a big component is Nutrition.In this episode, I discuss all things Lung (and a bit of Large Intestine!) Get tools, meal inspiration, and recommendations to elevate your practice and your patients' nutrition, while addressing those all-too-common Lung patterns. Let's go!Key points covered in this episode:TCM Nutrition for the 4 most common TCM Lung PatternsHow you can align with Fall and this transitional periodFood recommendations for each Lung patternA personal story on how my life path affects my Lung QiBONUS: Address symptoms, emotions, and nutrition recommendations for harmonizing all five-year organ patterns with my FREE TCM Nutrition Guide. Get yours in less than a minute right now👇🏻➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode!Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.And connect with @AcuProAcademy on all social media!
About AcuPro - The Wonders of Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine
Welcome to AcuPro, a show dedicated to making Chinese medicine & acupuncture easy to grasp and fun to learn.Hi, I’m your host, Clara Cohen. I support practitioners & students like you in changing the world one patient at a time. My goal is to share my passion for TCM and empower YOU to achieve superior patient care.I love to showcase the amazing benefits of Acupuncture, because after all, Chinese medicine ROCKS!I created FREE Chinese medicine treatment protocols, Acupuncture case studies, free online TCM courses, and over 500 educational videos on my website resource page. You can access it all at AcuProAcademy.comThis podcast is an extension of all my other content creation! You'll listen to amazing Chinese medicine guests (and beyond!) through fun and educational interviews. And you'll listen to my solo episodes where I share my 20+ years of experience as a licensed acupuncturist and 15 years of teaching future practitioners!➡️ Follow the show and leave a rating or a review, so other people can discover this podcast as well.Connect with me! I also create daily content on all my social media at @AcuProAcademy