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Improve Skin Health with an At Home Facial Massage

Healthy Living, Uncategorized, Wellness Blog

When I was in graduate school studying Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture, my friend who grew up in Vietnam, went home for a visit and brought me back a beautiful jade Gua Sha tool. I learned that when my friend was a little girl, she would get a Gua Sha treatment on her neck with a similar type of tool whenever she got sick with a fever. Her grandmother would feel her forehead, look at her tongue, and then forcefully scrape the back of her neck until dark red spots appeared on the skin. Read More

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Clinic News and Events

News & Events, Uncategorized, Wellness Blog

Facial Acupuncture Special Continues…$30 off the Initial Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture Treatment* at our Edina Location

Experience a more natural way to slow down the signs of aging, diminish fine lines and wrinkles, reverse sun damage and brighten dull, dry skin. We are so excited to share this natural and effective option for improving your skins appearance and overall health. Read More

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October Clinic News: Get to know Bruce, Herbal soup season, and Fall schedules are filling up fast

News & Events, Uncategorized, Wellness Blog

This month we talk to Bruce Dressen of the Selby Acupuncture Team.  Bruce is the Director of Operations for the SA clinics.

  • SA: What do you like most about Selby Acupuncture?
    • BD: A few years ago, I made the conscious decision to re-center my life.
    • When the pandemic hit, I decided to take things a step further and explore a career change to something that would be more personally meaningful. That’s when I met Julie and was introduced to Selby Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine. I love the mission and the purpose, and it allows me to apply my skills in a way that fits my inner goals.
  • SA: What do you like most about being an Operations Director?
    • BD: I love the variety of things I’m responsible for and it allows me to apply all the skills I’ve gained throughout my career. It’s been truly fascinating to learn about Traditional Chinese Medicine and be surrounded by so many good people doing such meaningful work.
  • SA: When you’re not working what brings you joy?
    • BD: My true passions are cooking, bike riding, music, and spending time with my family. Boy, does that sound cliché! I wish I could
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Acupuncture and Low Back Pain

Holistic Care, Uncategorized, Wellness Blog

Acupuncture and Low Back Pain

Pain happens. Especially back pain. Pain is very common, with a ⅓ of adults suffering from some form of chronic pain (you aren’t alone!). Chronic pain costs the US around 600 BILLION dollars each year. Opioid medications are still present in the top ten list of most commonly prescribed medications today. Steroids and NSAIDS often come with their own host of side effects and health concerns. As the mainstream starts to recognize the opioid and pain crisis both physicians and patients look to alternatives to muscle relaxers, steroids, NSAIDS, and opioid medications to treat their chronic pains.   Read More

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