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Learn about how acupuncture and dry needling can help with everything from back pain, to physical symptoms of stress, and sports injuries.
Zigong Acupuncture Point (M-CA-18)
Zigong: the extra uterus point beside CV3. Anatomy, segmental pelvic mechanisms, clinical use for menstrual pain and fertility, and what research shows.
Muscles That Cause Knee Pain
Knee pain is often caused by trigger points in the quadriceps, hamstrings, TFL, and gastrocnemius. Learn which muscles refer pain to the knee and why.
BL11 Acupuncture Point (Dazhu)
BL11 (Dazhu): the hui-meeting point of bones beside T1. Anatomy, segmental mechanism, clinical use for upper back and neck pain, and what research shows.
Taiyang Acupuncture Point (M-HN-9)
Taiyang (M-HN-9): the temple extra point. Anatomy, trigeminal mechanism, clinical use for temporal headache, migraine and eye strain, and what research shows.
SP5 Acupuncture Point (Shangqiu)
SP5 (Shangqiu): the Jing-river and Metal point of the Spleen channel at the medial ankle. Anatomy, nerve mechanism, clinical use, and what research shows.
Acupuncture for SI Joint Dysfunction
Acupuncture and dry needling for sacroiliac joint dysfunction: addressing the myofascial layer, gluteal trigger points, and the evidence for SIJ pain relief.
SP9 Acupuncture Point (Yinlingquan)
SP9 (Yinlingquan): the he-sea and water point of the Spleen channel. Anatomy, segmental mechanism, clinical use for knee pain and swelling, and research.
Dry Needling for Headaches
Dry needling for headaches targets the neck, shoulder, and jaw muscles that generate and sustain head pain. Learn which headache types respond best and which muscle may be involved.
LU1 Acupuncture Point (Zhongfu)
LU1 (Zhongfu): front-mu point of the Lung below the clavicle. Anatomy, segmental mechanism, use for cough and chest tightness, and what research shows.
BL2 Acupuncture Point (Zanzhu)
BL2 (Zanzhu): the eyebrow point at the frontal notch. Anatomy, supratrochlear nerve mechanisms, clinical use for frontal headache and eye strain, plus research.
BL40 Acupuncture Point
BL40 (Weizhong): command point of the lumbar region. Anatomy, segmental mechanism, clinical use for low back pain and sciatica, and what research shows.
Spinal Stenosis Treatment NYC
Spinal stenosis treatment in NYC with acupuncture and dry needling. We address the muscle trigger points and central sensitization that may amplify stenosis pain.
CV17 Acupuncture Point (Shanzhong)
CV17 acupuncture point (Shanzhong) at chest: location, point information, and how this conception vessel point can treat a range of symptoms.
CV12 Acupuncture Point (Zhongwan)
CV12 (Zhongwan): front-mu point of the Stomach. Anatomy, segmental and vagal mechanisms, use for indigestion, nausea, and bloating, and what research shows.
Acupuncture for NYC Marathon Runners 2026
Acupuncture and dry needling for TCS NYC Marathon 2026 runners. Prevent and treat knee pain, IT band, plantar fasciitis and other common running issues that commonly occur during marathon training..
BL60 Acupuncture Point (Kunlun)
BL60 (Kunlun): jing-river and fire point of the Bladder channel. Anatomy, sural nerve mechanism, use for ankle, heel and back pain, and what research shows.
GB20 Acupuncture Point (Fengchi)
GB20 (Fengchi): the Wind Pool point below the occiput. Anatomy, occipital nerve mechanisms, clinical use for headache, neck pain, and dizziness, plus research.
LI20 Acupuncture Point (Yingxiang)
LI20 (Yingxiang): the nose-opening point beside each nostril. Anatomy, trigeminal mechanisms, clinical use for congestion and allergies, plus research.