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ElectroAcupuncture
Electroacupuncture: Ancient Wisdom, Modern Current
The clinic was quiet except for the soft hum of a small device on the treatment table. A runner lay comfortably, acupuncture needles placed along her calf and lower back to address chronic pain that kept her from her regular running routine.
Because of the chronic and nagging injury, she turned to acupuncture to find healing. But it wasn’t quite what she expected. Rather than simply resting with the needles inserted, the practitioner gently attached thin leads to several of the needles and turned on a device that sent a gentle electrical current through them. A subtle pulsing sensation began, almost like tiny waves moving through her muscles. Within minutes, she felt her body responding, warming, releasing.
This therapy was electroacupuncture, a technique blending the longstanding principles of traditional acupuncture with modern electrical stimulation. continue reading
Why You Should Try Electroacupuncture for Pain Management
For those suffering from chronic pain, traditional medications only provide temporary relief and can come with side effects that leave people feeling sluggish and unwell. Electroacupuncture combines traditional acupuncture with electrical stimulation, enhancing its effectiveness for managing pain and promoting healing. By delivering gentle electrical pulses through the acupuncture needles, this modern approach stimulates nerves, muscles, and connective tissues, offering a potent and scientifically backed method for pain management. Recent studies underscore the growing recognition of electroacupuncture as a safe and effective therapy for various pain conditions. continue reading
Alameda Sports Acupuncturist Jenny Nieters seen in Netflix Documentary 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!
July 14, 2024 Continuing Education, Berkeley, CA Sports Acupuncture: Hip Flexor Muscles Course
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
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.
July 13, 2024 Continuing Education Berkeley Sports Acupuncture: Ankle Pain, Mobility and Stability Course
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