Little Dragon Integrative Medicine

05/13/2026

For decades, acupuncture channels were dismissed by many as purely symbolic or metaphorical.

Now modern anatomy is taking a closer look.

A recent article from The New York Times discusses new research into the “interstitium” — a vast network of connective tissue and fluid pathways throughout the body.

Some researchers are asking an interesting question:

Could this network help explain why acupuncture channels have been mapped and used clinically for thousands of years?

Research is increasingly showing that connective tissue, fascia, fluid movement, electrical signaling, and the nervous system may all play a role in how acupuncture works.

Regardless of terminology — fascia, interstitium, channels, or meridians — the body appears to be far more interconnected than previously understood.

Interesting times for both modern medicine and traditional medicine.

03/01/2026

🌕 During the Lantern Festival—the celebration that marks the final night of Lunar New Year with glowing lanterns, sweet rice dumplings, and community gatherings—riddles are traditionally written.

Here’s one for you:

No eye has seen it.
No hand can hold it.
Yet through every channel it moves.
When it wanders astray, pain speaks;
When it flows, life sings.

Can you guess the answer?

02/26/2026

An old video recently resurfaced…

Discussing acupuncture through the lens of the 铜人 — the classical bronze figure used to map and transmit the channels. Traditional learning is tactile, precise, and embodied. 🌿

02/25/2026

A story shared by a friend from China: English translation:

“The miracle doctor who cured my illness with just a few needles! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
That was my very first experience with acupuncture. I never expected the practitioner to be a young American just barely in his twenties. We were hiking behind a temple, and when he saw how unwell I was, he immediately pulled out the tools he carried with him. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

He looked nothing like the “old Chinese doctor” I had imagined, but the compassion in his eyes made me feel I could trust him completely. My intuition was right — the results were immediate. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

And that Mongolian robe the doctor is wearing is so handsome! “😄😄😄

02/18/2026

Happy Lunar New Year!

Riding Into an Exciting Year of the Horse

02/17/2026

Hoofbeats fade into the distance as we say goodbye to the old year; spring arrives with warmth, welcoming a new beginning.

As new life stirs and spring energy rises, it’s the perfect time to renew body and mind — to nurture vitality, restore balance, and reconnect with what truly matters.

Thank you for your trust and support of Little Dragon this past year. May we continue moving with the seasons, caring for our health together, and stepping into a year filled with strength, peace, and vibrant energy.

Wishing you joy, harmony, and good fortune in the New Year. 🧧
#龙马精神

01/28/2026

Registration still open!

Qi Gong (pronounced chi kung) offers a unique way to support your health through low-impact movements, mindfulness, and breath-work.

01/26/2026

腊八节 (Làbā Jié: Laba Festival) — Warming Winter Traditions

腊八节 Laba Festival is a traditional Chinese festival observed on the eighth day of the twelfth lunar month, marking the deep winter season and the approach of the Lunar New Year. It is best known for Laba porridge (Làbā Zhōu 腊八粥)—a slow-cooked blend of grains, beans, nuts, and dried fruits shared to nourish the body and honor tradition.

TCM Perspective
From a Traditional Chinese Medicine viewpoint, Laba Festival aligns with the need to protect and strengthen the body during the coldest time of year. Warm, cooked foods like Laba porridge support digestion, generate Qi and Blood, and help counter cold and dryness.

As winter encourages inward reflection and conservation, Laba Festival reminds us to slow down, eat warming foods, and prepare both body and spirit for renewal in the coming spring. I’ve had my porridge today, a perfect food for such a snowy day! #腊八

01/16/2026

New 6-Week Qi Gong Series at Auburn Public Library!

Looking for a way to support your mobility, stress relief, and overall wellness this winter/spring? Join us for Foundations of Qi Gong, a structured 6-week integrative movement and breath practice series designed especially for our community.

📆 When: Tuesdays, February 24 – March 31, 2026
🕟 Time: 4:30pm–5:30pm
📍 Where: Androscoggin Community Room, Auburn Public Library

Why attend?
This program blends gentle movement, mindful breathing, and practical Qi Gong sequences that build week by week. It’s suitable for beginners and anyone looking to explore a grounded, health-oriented practice that supports flexibility, circulation, balance, and stress regulation. 

Led by: Dr. John Alsobrooks, MD (China) — physician and certified trainer with extensive Qi Gong and Traditional Chinese Medicine experience. 

Registration required (sign up for the first class and you’re registered for the full series). 

Reserve your spot through the library’s event calendar — start your wellness journey with us!

01/08/2026

In 2025, I had the privilege of providing care through 1,063 appointments at LDIM. Each visit represents trust, commitment, and a shared goal of better health.

If you were one of the patients who showed up for yourself last year—thank you. I’m truly grateful to be part of your care journey.

If you’re an established patient, thank you for continuing to prioritize your health—I look forward to seeing you at your next visit.

01/07/2026

For the safety of patients and staff, all morning appointments today will be canceled due to inclement weather and icy road conditions.

I will reach out to those affected to reschedule as soon as possible. Thank you for your understanding, and please take care traveling today.