Selby Acupuncture

08/25/2025

Just as the sun rises and sets each day, and the seasons follow their natural cycle, our bodies also have rhythms that are guided by nature. Our bodies truly thrive on routines and predictably. One of the most impactful rhythms your body depends on is sleep. Maintaining consistent sleep means going to bed and waking up at approximately the same time each day, including weekends. This helps regulate your body’s internal clock (your circadian rhythm) so you can fall asleep more easily, enjoy deeper, more restorative sleep, and wake feeling refreshed.

Practical ways to strengthen your body’s natural rhythm:

1. Set regular sleep and wake times. Aim to stay within a 30–60 minute window each day, even on days off.

2. Establish a calming routine before bed. Spend the last 30–60 minutes engaging in quiet activities such as light stretching, meditation, reading, or listening to soothing music.

3. Seek morning sunlight. Exposure to daylight soon after waking helps reinforce your circadian rhythm and supports better sleep at night.

4. Be mindful of caffeine and screens. Avoid caffeine for at least eight hours before bedtime, and limit screen use in the evening to reduce blue light interference with melatonin production.

5. Maintain consistency, even after late nights. If you go to bed later than usual, wake close to your normal time and adjust with an earlier bedtime the following night.

6. Support your sleep with acupuncture. Research shows that acupuncture can help regulate the nervous system, reduce stress, and improve sleep quality. When combined with consistent sleep practices, it can strengthen your body’s natural rhythm and promote restorative rest.

The science: A consistent sleep schedule allows the body to release sleep-promoting hormones at predictable times, making it easier to both fall asleep and wake naturally. Irregular sleep patterns, however, can disrupt this rhythm, resulting in less restorative rest and negatively affecting mood, concentration, and immune function.

08/25/2025

We are thrilled to formally introduce you to our two newest team members, Angie and Liz. Some of you may have already had the pleasure of meeting them, but we wanted to share a little more about them to help you get to know them better.

Good news is, so far, we've been able to cover these increases ourselves, meaning our prices for you haven't changed. We're trying our best to keep it that way without cutting corners on the quality of the products we use and prescribe.

08/22/2025

"I began working with Molly shortly after starting chemo to treat colon cancer. Her treatments, usually scheduled shortly after the chemical infusions, mitigated the side effects dramatically, especially the low energy and queasiness, and have helped to ease both the focal neuropathy and peripheral neuropathy. Her treatments have also helped in the healing of my surgeries. In addition to her skill, Molly’s bedside manner is both warm and competent, which allows me the room I need to relax and be comfortable and receptive to treatment. Molly is also very good at explaining what she is doing in language that I can understand. She is sensitive to my particular circumstances, and is consistently kind and respectful. I highly recommend her."

💜We appreciate your reviews! Our goal is to make the cancer treatment journey as comfortable as possible.

☯️Acupuncture has gained recognition for its ability to improve the quality of life for cancer patients.
It can help alleviate pain and anxiety, reduce treatment side effects like nausea and fatigue, and support your body’s natural healing processes.

☯️The National Cancer Institute has noted that acupuncture may stimulate the body in beneficial ways.
It can trigger responses in nerve cells, the pituitary gland, and parts of the brain, potentially leading to the release of natural painkillers and other helpful substances.
This may help regulate blood pressure, body temperature, and boost your immune system; all of which can be valuable during cancer treatment.

08/15/2025

Check out our upcoming acupuncture openings for early next week! 👇☯️ Book online by following the link in our bio!

☯️Sunday with Tzy:
▫️9:30am

☯️Monday with Tzy:
▫️4pm
▫️5:30pm
▫️6pm
▫️7pm

☯️Tuesday with Tzy:
▫️3pm
▫️4pm
▫️6:30pm

☯️Monday with Hailey:
▫️2pm
▫️4pm
▫️7pm

☯️Tuesday with Hailey:
▫️2pm
▫️3pm
▫️5pm
▫️6:30pm

☯️Tuesday with Molly:
▫️8am
▫️11:30am
▫️12:30pm

☯️Wednesday with Katie:
▫️8am
▫️1pm

☯️Wednesday with Brian:
▫️8am
▫️12:30pm
▫️1pm

See you in clinic!
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08/15/2025

⚡🌧️👋Having joint pain from the recent storms? A lot of people notice their joints hurt more when it rains or storms. We commonly see this in clinic (especially this super rainy summer!)

In Chinese medicine, we call this Bi Syndrome, which means an obstruction in the joints. Dampness from the environment, like rainy or humid weather, settles into the body and blocks the free flow of circulation.
That’s why joints can feel heavy, achy, or stiff, especially when it’s damp and cold outside. We treat it by using acupuncture, warming techniques, and herbs to move out that dampness and improve circulation.

Interestingly, modern research shows that changes in barometric pressure during storms can affect the tissues around your joints. The drop in pressure can make tendons and ligaments expand slightly, increasing pain if the joint is already inflamed.

😏So essentially, Chinese medicine and Western science are describing the same phenomenon in different ways. Pretty interesting stuff!

08/14/2025

📞Did you know we offer free 15–minute phone consultations? These are for you to speak with a provider, get to know us, find out any insurance coverage, and find out if acupuncture is for you and your condition.
We want to earn your trust and feel confident in your choice to work with Selby Acupuncture.

Our clinic is located in the Cathedral Hill neighborhood in St. Paul in the historic Blair Arcade building. Parking is very convenient via our free parking lot and we are easily accessible by public transportation.

🪷Contact us at 651-224-6678 to schedule your free 15 minute consult or visit our website at www.selbyacupuncture.com to book online!

08/08/2025

Why You Might Be Feeling Off Right Now 🛌
As soon as someone starts mentioning the State Fair, we might mentally start counting down the last precious weeks of summer. But, even if you’re not consciously thinking about fall, your body and mind are responding to the seasonal shift. You may notice:

▫️A drop in energy or motivation
▫️Trouble concentrating or completing tasks
▫️Feeling emotionally heavy or a bit anxious
▫️Increased worry or anticipation about fall routines
▫️A craving for more routine or structure, but resistance to change

We often think of change as something that happens in September or October, but your system is already adapting now. That in-between feeling can be uncomfortable—and completely normal.

Late Summer is associated with the Earth element, which governs digestion, nourishment, stability, and mental clarity. When Earth is balanced, we feel grounded, focused, and well-nourished—physically and emotionally. But when it’s out of balance, it can show up as fatigue, worry, and a sense of being “stuck”, feeling heavy in our bodies and our spirits.

You don’t have to power through or pretend everything is fine. This is a time to slow down, reflect, and gently prepare for the transition ahead.

Here are a few ways to support yourself:

🪷Simplify Where You Can
Late Summer isn’t about starting something new or cramming more in. Instead, give yourself permission to scale back—whether it’s fewer commitments, easier meals, or looser routines. This is a time of year that an afternoon nap or lounging with a great book on the weekend is encouraged.

🪷Acupuncture Can Help You Transition Smoothly
Seasonal transitions are one of the best times to receive acupuncture. We have a number of people that just come a few times a year to help them adjust to the changes of the seasons.

If you’ve been feeling off, this is your invitation to reconnect and realign. 🧘

08/08/2025

Going to the farmer’s market is one of the many joys of this time of year. If you’re Looking for a clever way to use up your farmer’s market bounty and add more vegetables to your meals this is it! What’s more, it nourishes your stomach yin – a key factor in healthy digestion, eliminating dryness and heat, and generating the vital fluids your organs and systems need.

If you're Looking for a clever way to use up your farmer's market bounty and add more vegetables to your meals this is it!

08/01/2025

"I find Selby Acupuncture to be one of the best clinics of its kind. All the staff members are professional, caring, with a stellar code of ethics. I suffer from chronic pain, and Selby is the ONE place that gets me back on track without resorting to pain pills. Having been a patient for over four years, and getting to know most of the clinic's practitioners, I can say that I've never experienced mistreatment or unprofessionalism or neglect. Every member of Selby's staff is top notch, exhibiting both skill and compassion. I daresay that I regard all of them as friends, and I trust them completely."

Thank you for the wonderful reviews! We truly love reading these and it feels so rewarding to hear how we are impacting folks for the better. ♥️

08/01/2025

🤰Acupuncture for Postpartum Care 🧑‍🍼

Pregnancy, labor and birth are beautiful, and also physically and emotionally demanding, often leaving a mother's body deficient. When labor is prolonged, or especially difficult, it becomes even more important to consider postpartum care. Some conditions we see include:

▫️Postpartum pains (abdominal/pelvic)

▫️Baby Blues

▫️Uterine prolapse

▫️Postpartum depression

▫️Fatigue and exhaustion

▫️Breast feeding problems (mastitis, insufficient)

▫️Neck or back pain from holding baby!

Have any questions? We offer free 15 minute consults with a provider to help answer any questions you may have.
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07/31/2025

Check out our Chinese medicine based essential oils from Snow Lotus Essential Oils. They can be made used in a diffuser or mixed with a carrier oil to be used topically.

🪷Stress Release: Regulates the Qi, relaxes constraint, clears heat and harmonizes the Shen (spirit). Use during stressful occasions or keep one in your bag or purse.

🪷Focus: Tonifies the Qi, raises the clear Yang to the brain and strengthens the Shen. Great for students or for use at work!

🪷Sweet Dreams: Regulates the Qi, relaxes constraint, and calms the Shen. Use before bed or in your bath water.

They are up front in the lobby or can be purchased on our online store (link in bio). Ask our front desk to sample an oil!

07/27/2025

Looking to get in? Here are our upcoming acupuncture openings for the first part of the week. Book online by following the link in our bio!

🪷Hailey on Monday:
2pm
4pm
7pm

🪷Molly on Tuesday:
10am

🪷Julie on Tuesday:
1pm

🪷Katie on Tuesday:
3pm

🪷Hailey on Tuesday:
2:30pm
5pm
6pm

🪷Brian on Wednesday:
8:30am
10am
1pm

🪷Katie on Wednesday:
1pm

See in clinic!