Unwind Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine

10/28/2025

10/27/2025

🌿 Moving the needle Monday 🌿

Large Intestine 4 is a command point for the head/face. It can be a handy point to use for a wide range of issues from sinus problems, to headaches and even bowel movements. Located in the fleshy webbing between your thumb and pointer finger, its easy access makes it discrete to use in times of need.

⚠️ Caution: do not use this point if you are pregnant 🤰

Disclaimer: this post is for educational purposes only and does not constitute as medical advice. It does not replace evaluation or treatment by a licensed acupuncturist or other qualified health professional.

10/24/2025

October 24th is National Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine Day!

To celebrate, we're sharing some fast facts about becoming an acupuncturist:

1. In the US, acupuncturists undergo a rigorous four year graduate program that covers Chinese medicine theory, biomedicine, anatomy, acupuncture, adjunct techniques (eg. cupping, gua sha, etc.), herbal medicine and more.
2. Acupuncturists typically hold a masters and/or doctorate in their field.
3. Practitioners have thousands of hours of training in Chinese medical studies including supervised hands on training in needling, manual techniques, herbal dispensary and other modalities.
4. In order to become licensed, acupuncturists need to pass four licensure exams proving their proficiency and training. Their topics are Chinese Medicine Theory, Biomedicine, Herbal Medicine and Acupuncture.

It is truly an honor to show up to work every day and to get to use acupuncture and herbal medicine to support my community. This is the best job. Thank you for supporting and respecting our field and the thousands of years of it's use and wisdom. If you want to learn more, give us a call (859) 287-1097.

10/24/2025

Setting up for our open house. We’re excited to see you tomorrow from 12:30-2pm!

📍 236 W Main St, Suite 205, Danville
Enter the on the Third Street side of the building, via the ramp/sliding doors with the black Spine Center awning.

10/22/2025

We're so excited to celebrate with you this weekend -- all are welcome to attend! Please visit our Facebook event page to RSVP if you plan to stop by.

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10/20/2025

🌿 Moving the needle Monday 🌿

The "law of signatures" is a principle that explains how some elements or objects in nature mirror the structures in the human body that they support. Today we're talking about pears and walnuts as they both support Lung health in Chinese medicine food therapy. Both of these structures resemble the lungs when cut in half.

Food is one of the most potent ways that we can choose to positively (or negatively) impact our overall health and it is an important consideration no matter what state of dis-ease you're dealing with.

If your body needs extra support this season, we'd love to work with you. Give us a call (859) 287-1097 or visit our website, unwindacupuncture.com, to book an appointment.

Disclaimer: this post is for educational purposes only and does not constitute as medical advice. It does not replace evaluation or treatment by a licensed acupuncturist or other qualified health professional.

10/19/2025

Last few opportunities to book in for the week. We’ll be closing early on Saturday so that we can host our anniversary celebration. Hope to see you there!

10/16/2025

One year ago today, Unwind’s very first patient called us to schedule her appointment. I was three months postpartum and nursing our son when she called. Since that day we have grown from one patient and a small one room sublet a few days a week to a four room office space of our own and almost 100 patients served.

Thank you, thank you from the bottom of our hearts for entrusting us with your care. It is an honor to show up to work every day and get to use this incredible medicine to make changes in our patient’s lives and in our community.

If you have been a part of our journey this year, know that you have played an important role in helping to shape our practice. We look forward to our second year and every year after! 🙏🏼♥️

10/13/2025

🌿 Moving the needle Monday 🌿

Autumn is a very important season in Chinese medicine. Fall correlates with the metal element -- the Lung and Large Intestine channels. Just as trees shed their leaves, so too should we look to shed our excess and begin retreating inwards. As we prepare for the Winter season, which is the time for the water element, we start to deepen our practices of inner cultivation and self exploration.

In our culture we're expected to move at one singular-fast pace throughout the entire year. Seldom do we think to slow down, but just as nature and wild animals have periods of birth, death and hibernation, we are not meant to ignore the changing of the seasons.

If you are looking for support and self-care as we transition into Fall, we'd love to work with you. To book, call (859) 287-1097 or visit our website, unwindacupuncture.com.


Disclaimer: this post is for educational purposes only and does not constitute as medical advice. It does not replace evaluation or treatment by a licensed acupuncturist or other qualified health professional.

10/06/2025

🌿 Moving the needle Monday 🌿

Lung 1 is an acupuncture point located on the lateral portion of the upper chest. This point is used for directing Lung qi downwards. It can be used for things like coughing and wheezing, but in Chinese medicine we also see the descending of Lung qi as important for digestive functions (eg. reflux, constipation) and even for helping moms to prepare for labor and birth.

The Lungs are one of our Metal element channels, and the Fall is considered the Metal season. As we let go of things we've been holding onto, remember that your breath is a powerful tool to release, reset and relax.

Ready to book your first appointment? Give us a call (859) 287-1097 or visit our website, unwindacupuncture.com to book.

Disclaimer: this post is for educational purposes only and does not constitute as medical advice. It does not replace evaluation or treatment by a licensed acupuncturist or other qualified health professional.

10/04/2025

Check out our event page for more details. Share with your friends and we look forward to seeing you!

We'll be offering a special promotion ($25 off a new patient acupuncture visit, regularly $135) for new patients who book at the event!

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