Michael Cromwell
Simple habits from sleep science and Chinese medicine that can make sleep easier. One of the most common things I hear in clinic is some version of: “I know what I’m supposed to do. I just can’t seem to sleep.” Maybe you go to bed exhausted, only to find your mind suddenly wide awake. Maybe […]
How can herbs support fertility? And how do I know the herbs I take are safe? Herbs are some of the most effective instruments in an acupuncturist’s tool kit for treating infertility. I prescribe them to the vast majority of people that I work with. Some of the most commonly asked questions I get are: […]
How Chinese Medicine Understands Pain Have you ever wondered why pain shows up where it does? Or why two people with low back pain might need completely different care? In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), we view pain not just as a symptom to quiet down, but as a direct message from your body. As the […]
It’s great to see more and more studies published that show how acupuncture can help improve fertility. The exacting nature of Western medicine research is actually a perfect tool for studying this because it confirms what we in the field of Chinese medicine have known all along. Score one for the woo-woo peeps. That’s why […]
As acupuncture becomes more and more visible in the West, we are recognizing just how many conditions it can successfully treat. Research has shown how effective acupuncture can be in treating various types of chronic pain, stress, and other issues. There is also an emerging body of evidence showing how helpful acupuncture can be for […]
2026: Year of the Fire Horse We are one month into the new Lunar Year. And in the spirit of the Fire Horse – a powerful symbol of energy, action, and growth – Selby Acupuncture is taking on several ambitious projects to help us grow. Improving Access and Awareness Julie recently spoke at the Mississippi […]
Women walk into Selby Acupuncture with all kinds of stories. The 34-year-old whose periods have become unpredictable and exhausting. The 50-year-old who hasn’t slept through the night in two years and is anxious all the time. The woman who describes herself as “not herself anymore” — short-tempered, foggy, wired and tired all at once. These […]