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Alameda Sports Acupuncturist Jenny Nieters seen in Netflix Documentary Series Receiver

By Jenny | Published July 15, 2024
Netflix Doc Series Receiver

Netflix Receiver, a Sports Documentary Series released this week and has shot to number one.  It follows the 2023 season of NFL receivers Davante Adams, Justin Jefferson, George Kittle, Deebo Samuel and Amon-Ra St. Brown.  In each show the excitement of the NFL season and the pure grit and discipline of the players is on display. It is an intimate behind-the-scenes window into the world of professional sports. In Episode 8, you can see Alameda Acupuncture’s Jenny Nieters working with George Kittle as he prepares for the Super Bowl.  Dr. Jenny kept her participation in the show a secret from friends in family in order to surprise them.  This week the cat is out of the bag!

 

 

 

 

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Acupuncture: A Gentle Touch in the Fight Against Cancer

By admin | Published July 15, 2024

Acupuncture: A Gentle Touch in the Fight Against Cancer

Hearing you’ve been diagnosed with cancer can feel like getting run over by a freight train. It can be overwhelming to learn about the prognosis, treatment options, and what to expect as you begin the journey that will hopefully lead to a full recovery. 

The aggressive treatments, often including chemotherapy and radiation, can leave patients feeling drained and in constant pain. What many people don’t realize is that acupuncture can be a great source of hope as it helps bring physical relief to many of the symptoms caused by traditional cancer treatments.  continue reading »

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July 14, 2024 Continuing Education, Berkeley, CA Sports Acupuncture: Hip Flexor Muscles Course

By Jenny | Published July 4, 2024

Sports Acupuncture: Hip Flexor Muscles 

Instructor:  Dr. Jenny Nieters, L.Ac. DACM

Alameda Acupuncture Corp

7 ceus / $525

California CE provider 1748 / NCCAOM PDA provider 9291

When: July 14, 2024 9am-5pm 

Where: AIMC 2550 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 

Registration Link Here

 

Description Hip flexor strains are a common sports injury. Learn the anatomy, assessment and acupuncture point locations for the hip flexor muscles. Treatment of these muscles can help with injury recovery and prevention, as well as enhance athletic performance. This course will allow the student to feel more confident in the assessment and acupuncture treatment of the hip flexor muscles.

Goals and Objectives

1. Develop clarity about the anatomy of the iliacus, psoas, rectus femoris, tensor fascia latae, sartorius and pectineus.

2. Learn to assess and palpate these areas with sensitivity and awareness of neurovascular structures.

3. Learn most common locations of hip flexor muscle strains.

4. Supervised practice for palpation and needling.

5. Learn how to use electrical stimulation effectively.

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Acupuncture Offers Hope for Diabetes Management

By admin | Published July 1, 2024

Acupuncture Offers Hope for Diabetes Management

If you or someone you love suffers from type 2 diabetes, then you understand the challenges that come with this disease. Despite adhering to a medication regimen and making positive lifestyle changes, those dealing with diabetes might still struggle with managing blood sugar levels. Frustration and fatigue can be constant companions. But did you know that acupuncture can help with diabetes management? Whether you are skeptical or desperate for some help, it’s worth looking into acupuncture as a source of hope and help in managing this often-tricky disease. continue reading »

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July 13, 2024 Continuing Education Berkeley Sports Acupuncture: Ankle Pain, Mobility and Stability Course

By Jenny | Published June 30, 2024

Sports Acupuncture: Ankle Pain, Mobility and Stability Course

Instructor: Dr. Jenny Nieters, L.Ac. DACM

Alameda Acupuncture Corp

7 ceus / $525

California CE provider 1748 / NCCAOM PDA provider 9291

When: July 13, 2024 9am-5pm 

Where: AIMC 2550 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 

Registration Link Here

 

 

Description

Ankle sprains are a common orthopedic complaint. After an ankle sprain there is an increased risk of recurrent sprains and functional ankle instability. Appropriate evaluation and treatment can decrease the likelihood of these complications. This course will include an overview of the most common mechanism of injury, the relevant anatomy, orthopedic assessment and concise acupuncture treatment to address pain, mobility and stability.

Goals and Objectives

1. Identify the most commonly injured ankle ligament and the associated mechanism of injury.

2. Learn evaluation of a patient presenting with an ankle injury and/or chronic instability.

3. Practice assessment, including orthopedic tests and palpation.

4. Supervised practice for needling key anatomical regions

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