Queen City Acupuncture and Wellness Center

07/27/2023

Eating higher amounts of protein will not negatively affect the kidneys. Again, research proves that refined carbohydrates are way worse for you than protein.

A paper published recently in the European Journal of Nutrition concluded that higher protein diets are not linked to kidney disease or increased risk for kidney stones. The paper was an umbrella review of systematic reviews for the evidence-based guideline of the German Nutrition Society. It has lo...

06/22/2023

Sugar is the #1 food problem affecting most Americans from achieving and maintaining good health.

Many of my patients who quit eating sugar subconsciously tend to eat higher amounts of carbohydrates, not realizing that their carbs are converted into sugar- trading one form of sugar for another.

It comes as no surprise to me that low carb is a better way of eating for health than the DASH diet.

Take a look:

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02/10/2023

Are you a first thing in the morning exercise person? If you are and you have back tightness/pain or soreness upon waking follow this recommendation!

02/10/2023

If you do SUPERMAN exercises for your back, STOP! Do this exercise instead!

01/31/2023

An impromptu video testimonial as we caught Daniel before he left for the day. Thank you Daniel and our Veterans!

11/14/2022

It's official! We finally moved to Matthews and joined the Chamber! Looking forward to helping our local friends and neighbors!

07/21/2022

We are continuing to successfully help patients with long-haul Cvd symptoms by combining acupuncture and Halotherapy. If you'd like to learn more, make an appointment, or have any questions please contact/DM us.

10/29/2021

Plantar Fasciitis.

Painful inflammation of the tissue on the bottom of the foot.

Acupuncture is a great treatment for the symptoms associated with this aliment.

We can help.

You can now text our office and set up a free consultation. Let us help you get back to living pain free.

Office line: 980.498.2895

10/29/2021

The side plank/side bridge.

Great for strengthening the Quadratus Lumborum(QL), a thick muscle that starts at the Posterior Iliac Crest(hip) and attaches to the 12th rib. This muscle helps maintain stability along the lower spine/lumbar region and pelvis.

We add this exercise to improve stability in conjunction with the 'core' muscles to help maintain a healthy back.

Please watch the video below to learn more and how to perform properly.

The second exercise of the Big 3. Side Plank recruits the Quadratus Lumborum to help stabilize the spine during the performed exercise. It's another great ...

09/30/2021

In this video I go over a modified Curl Up exercise. This is an addition to our Back health series, part of the 'Big 3' exercises that Dr. Stuart McGill has extensively studied and found to be highly effective at preventing and improving back pain symptoms.

The Curl Up. 3rd part in this 3 video series explaining the proper techniques of the Curl Up, a movement that strengthens the core muscles and improves spin...

04/13/2021

Do you suffer from low back pain??

We see many patients who suffer from chronic low back pain. This week I will be going over 3 scientifically researched exercises that help strengthen the core and reduce back pain.

Please comment below or share with a friend who could benefit from this!

In this video I am demonstrating how to properly perform the Bird Dog exercise, 1 of 3 scientifically studied exercises used to help strengthen/stabilize the...