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Our mission is to provide effective, low-cost treatments for a wide variety of ailments using acupuncture, massage therapy, Chinese herbs, and other holistic modalities. Your Healing Begins Here We invite you to experience the healing benefits of acupuncture, Chinese medicine and Asian bodywork massage techniques in Pacific College’s award-winning clinic. To schedule an appointment, please …

The Science of Acupuncture Safety: Risks, Harms, and Ancient Goodness

It is true that acupuncture has a relative risk that is low. The reporting of adverse events in clinical trials as well as safety surveys has helped establish a positive safety record in the West (White 2004; MacPherson et al. 2001), China (Birch et al. 2013; He et al. 2012), and Japan (Yamashita et al. 2001); in the treatment of children (Adams et al. 2011; Jindal et al. 2008) as well as for pregnant women (Park et al. 2014). Patients may experience minor side effects such as feeling relaxed, elated, tired, or having point sensation or itching etc. (MacPherson and Thomas 2005) or slight bleeding and hematoma on needle withdrawal (Witt et al. 2009).

Oriental Medicine & Prevention: Avoid Winter Sore Throats the Chinese Way

February is one of the most common times of year for people to get sick. Kids go back to school and parents get back in the swing of a busy work schedule after the holidays. Our minds and bodies are synched and often when our minds are overwhelmed, it’s our bodies that take the beating. Sore throats, stuffy noses, body aches, and even the flu are all common symptoms of a mid-winter slump. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has a ready remedy—give your body the right fuel and it will run smoothly.

What is Massage Therapy Used For? Consider How Massage Can Heal

Are you interested in becoming a massage therapist? Massage is a sought-after form of relaxation and is often thought to be a luxury. At Pacific College of Oriental Medicine (PCOM), we teach more than massage for relaxation. We know that massage is good for the body as well as the mind. With our ancient Asian …

Ionic Foot Bath: Effect & Benefits on Your Overall Wellbeing

The use of an ionic foot bath is becoming increasingly popular, with people touting its benefits for overall well-being. But what is an ionic foot bath, and what are the real benefits? The Ionic Foot Bath detoxifies your body and helps improve your overall health. It can help with conditions such as asthma, allergies, and …

Register for the San Diego Conference

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