There’s nothing ‘humerus’ about elbow pain – otherwise known as ‘epicondylitis’ or tennis elbow. But here is something to put a smile on your face: research shows acupuncture can be helpful in easing epicondylitis.
What exactly is tennis elbow?
Epicondylitis is commonly referred to as tennis elbow, golfer’s elbow, or – my new favourite – mouse elbow (relating to computer mice, not Mickey). Considered an ‘overuse condition’, epicondylitis causes pain in either the inner or outer part of the elbow.
What are the causes of tennis elbow?
Tennis elbow (or epicondylitis) is caused by repeated contraction of the forearm causing tiny tears in the tendon that attaches to the elbow.
Desperate to find a breakfast that isn’t a bowl of sugar but also doesn’t require a sous chief to prepare, I stumbled across quinoa puffs and came up with this super simple recipe.
The first meal of the day is an important one – we haven’t eaten for at least 10 hours and our digestive system is ready and raring to go. With the right food, we start the day clear headed, with lots of energy to get us to lunch (without the hangrys), sugar lows, and brain fog that comes with eating the standard packaged cereals.
Chinese medicine is a holistic approach to healthcare that focuses on the body’s natural healing ability. It is based on the concept of qi (pronounced chee) and blood, which is the life force energy that flows through the body. According to Chinese medicine, illness and disease occur when qi and blood is blocked or unbalanced. Chinese medicine uses various techniques to restore the balance and flow of qi and blood including acupuncture, herbal medicine, dietary therapy, and exercise.
The most common problems of the digestive system include heartburn, belching, bloating, constipation and diarrhea. These problems can be caused by stress, lack of exercise, poor diet, food intolerances or allergies, medications and some diseases. Heredity also can play a role in some digestive disorders.
Endometriosis is a chronic condition that can not only cause severe pain felt in unpredictable places, but often comes on with severe fatigue, nausea, headaches and mood changes. It can be sudden, relentless and affect your day-to-day life. I know, sounds horrible, but there are things that can be done to help.
Postpartum depression means depression after child birth and many women experience the ‘baby blues’ and feel sadness or an empty feeling after they give birth.
Carpal tunnel syndrome is not the ‘tingle’ you want waking you in the middle of the night. Sometimes called CTS, carpal tunnel syndrome can start as numbness and tingling…
TMJ pain can be excruciating, and it’s even worse when you don’t know what’s causing it. You can experience, constant aching to severe pain, headaches, foggy/stuffy head, nerve pain, neck pain, difficulty eating, talking, and even focussing.
This Italian bone broth recipe has been in my family for countless generations. It’s simple, delicious and super healthy. Nutrient-rich, stacked with essential vitamins (compounds our body can’t make, or make little of) and minerals. The key to this recipe is...
Adrian Taricani has trained and practiced Acupuncture, Chinese Medicine and Sports Therapy across 5 countries, since 2004. Now offering this invaluable experience in Newcastle, NSW.
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