Let’s face it: if you’re reading this, you probably already know that infertility treatments can seriously impact your libido. It’s hard to keep the spark alive when sex starts to feel more like a clinical task than an intimate connection. But here’s the thing—you’re not alone. Whether you’re in a heterosexual or same-sex relationship, infertility […]

What Can You Tell By Looking at My Tongue? Tongue Diagnosis in Chinese Medicine When you think about diagnosing health conditions, the first thing that probably comes to mind is a blood test, an X-ray, or maybe a physical exam. But in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), there’s an ancient and incredibly insightful tool that’s been […]

Winter Fatigue Every year, as the days grow shorter and the chill of winter sets in, I find myself facing that all-too-familiar feeling of winter fatigue. The cozy blankets, warm drinks, and the promise of a slower pace are inviting, but by 6pm, I’m often struggling to keep my energy up. It’s as if the […]

As the days grow shorter and the leaves begin their vibrant transformation, we find ourselves in the heart of autumn. This season, known for its crisp air, cozy sweaters, and abundant harvest, is also a time of profound change and renewal in nature and within us. In Chinese medicine, autumn is associated with the metal […]

Embryo Transfers, IVF, and Acupuncture One of the things I have the great honor of getting to do as a fertility acupuncturist is to provide on-site treatment for those going through IVF at their clinics on the day of their embryo transfer. Selby Acupuncture has worked tirelessly over the years to build relationships with local […]

Period pain can be a real downer. It can disrupt your daily routine, affect your mood, and overall, make you feel less than your best. While over-the-counter pain relievers can offer some relief, we are an acupuncture clinic, so of course we are going to offer acupuncture options for you to try at home. One […]

by Brian Grosam, PhD, LAc, ABORM Discovering a New Path I became a menopause expert almost by accident. In the summer of 2007, while working on my PhD in acupuncture in Jinan, China, I was learning alongside my clinical professor, Dr. Qihua Shan, at a busy Chinese medicine hospital. As I entered my second year, […]