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05/22/2026

This week on Chinese Medicine Matters, Skye Sturgeon explores the TCM pattern known as Cold in the Uterus and its connection to menstrual irregularities, pelvic pain, and fertility challenges.

In this episode, he discusses the roles of Cold, Yang deficiency, and Blood stagnation, while also examining classical treatment approaches including acupuncture and formulas such as Shao Fu Zhu Yu Tang and Wen Jing Tang.

In this episode, Skye Sturgeon explores the TCM pattern known as Cold in the Uterus and its role in gynecological and reproductive health. He discusses how Cold, Yang deficiency, Blood stagnation, and lifestyle factors may contribute to menstrual ...

05/08/2026

In this week’s episode of Chinese Medicine Matters, Denise Cicuto, L.Ac., Dipl. OM., explores the cognitive and emotional changes that can arise during perimenopause and menopause through both Western and Traditional Chinese Medicine perspectives.

The conversation covers the Heart–Kidney connection, hormonal changes affecting the brain, and common TCM patterns associated with memory, sleep, mood, and concentration. Denise also shares treatment strategies, herbal formulas, nutrition recommendations, and lifestyle approaches to support patients through this major life transition.

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05/08/2026

In this week’s episode of Chinese Medicine Matters, Denise Cicuto, LAc, Dipl. OM. explores the cognitive and emotional changes that can arise during perimenopause and menopause through both Western and Traditional Chinese Medicine perspectives.

Denise covers the Heart–Kidney connection, hormonal changes affecting the brain, and common TCM patterns associated with memory, sleep, mood, and concentration. She also shares treatment strategies, herbal formulas, nutrition recommendations, and lifestyle approaches to support patients through this major life transition.

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In this episode, Denise Cicuto, L.Ac., explores the cognitive and emotional shifts that can arise during perimenopause and menopause through both Western and Traditional Chinese Medicine perspectives. She discusses the Heart–Kidney connection, hor...

05/01/2026

In this week’s episode of Chinese Medicine Matters, Raven Lang, L.Ac., O.M.D., shares a compelling case of hyperemesis, offering insight into how severe pregnancy-related nausea can present in clinical practice. She discusses her treatment approach, including hands-on techniques and acupuncture strategies, and highlights the value of integrative care in supporting patients.

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In this episode, Raven Lang, L.Ac. O.M.D., walks through a striking case of hyperemesis, offering a closer look at how severe pregnancy-related nausea unfolds in real clinical settings. She shares her approach to treatment, including hands-on tech...

04/29/2026

California practitioners: your voice is needed.

AB 2497 proposes expanding scope of Physical Therapists to include dry needling, raising important concerns around patient safety, training standards, and scope integrity within our field.

Letters are the most effective way to be heard right now. If you’re able, please take a few minutes to send a formal opposition letter before the upcoming committee deadline.

Learn more and take action here:

Protect the Acupuncture Scope of Practice in California AB 2497 (Dry Needling Bill) Committee Hearing Deadline: May 12, 2026 (tentative) The Issue: AB 2497 (DN BILL) was introduced into committee March 19th, 2026 and proposes a significant expansion of physical therapy scope of practice. This...

04/28/2026

The AHM Coalition is hosting their monthly town hall, covering key policy updates and profession-wide initiatives.

A great opportunity for practitioners and students to stay informed and connected.

https://www.ahmcoalition.org/events

04/25/2026

04/24/2026

Continuing the spirit of Earth Day, we’re revisiting this piece from Eva Lau on connecting with the natural world through herbs.

From identifying medicinal plants in your neighborhood to rethinking everyday materials as herbal resources, this article offers practical ways to deepen your relationship with both your health and the environment.

Take a moment to walk, observe, and rediscover the herbs around you.

In this special episode, Eva Lau reconnects us with the roots of Earth Day and shares ways to recognize and work with herbs growing all around us. From Chinese Yam and Red Sage to tangerine peels and longan pits, discover how everyday plants and k...

04/24/2026

In this week’s episode of Chinese Medicine Matters, Dr. Skye Sturgeon takes a closer look at Blood stasis in TCM.

Explore how stagnation develops, how it presents clinically, and how patterns like fixed pain, blood clots, and circulatory disruption are understood in practice.

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In this episode, Dr. Skye Sturgeon explores the physiology and pathology of Blood in TCM, with a focus on how stagnation develops, how it presents clinically, and why it can lead to serious systemic effects. From characteristic pain patterns and c...

04/17/2026

A Chat About Blood is back! In the second part of this conversation, Yvonne Lau and Dr. Skye Sturgeon turn to the pathology of Blood in Traditional Chinese Medicine, exploring patterns like Blood Deficiency and Blood Stasis and how they appear in the body. Along the way, they discuss the broader role of Blood in immunity, neurological function, and clinical practice, offering a thoughtful look at how Eastern and Western perspectives can deepen our understanding of health.

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In the second part of this conversation, Yvonne Lau and Dr. Skye Sturgeon turn to the pathology of Blood in Traditional Chinese Medicine, exploring patterns like Blood deficiency and Blood stasis and how they appear in the body. Along the way, the...