Acupuncture by Kim

18/12/2025

Don’t forget about 21st of December. Because that day marks Winter Solstice. The Winter Solstice is the day were Winter is at it’s peak, same as the Yin energy, but it is also moment when the subtle Yang energy begins to take over. It’s a turning point.

In Taoism, the yin and yang also relate to the seasons and our beings are interconnected with them and with nature. Seasonal living is important. The winter is connected to the water element and the kidneys. The water element stands for intuition, wisdom, fear, depth and stillness.

The winter solstice is a harmonious, fertile turning point for rebirth and new beginnings, a time for deep rest, introspection just like the water element. It is the time to set intentions and get ready for the next cycles.

In my clinic I practice five-element acupuncture where we look deeper into each element to restore balance. Do you feel like your water element is out of balance?

Comment below to let me know what topics you would like to cover next.

PS: I’m open between Christmas and New years. You can book your consultation at www.acupuncturebykim.nl.

See you soon
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Kim

15/12/2025

If you experience discomfort and sometimes pain after long hours working in front of your computer, then these acupuncture points got your back🙂‍↔️

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the area near the spine is home to the Back Shu points— which are really good for all of us with (lower) back and neck pains, but also posture problems.

The back shu points are located 1.5 cun lateral to the spine on the Bladder meridian.
Here’s a 3 reasons why I love including them in my treatments:

1. Direct Organ Connection: Each Back Shu point corresponds directly to one of the 12 main organs (like the Lung, Heart, or Kidney). Needling here transports Qi (energy) directly to the related organ.

2. Treating the Root: Back Shu points are considered best for addressing chronic conditions and pain. They treat the root cause by nourishing the different organs connected to them. This way they help to offer long-term support for your body.

3. The pairing: They are half of a dynamic pairing, often used alongside their counterparts, the Front Mu points (found on the chest or abdomen). This combination treats both the root (Shu) and the branch (Mu), front and back, addressing both chronic issues and acute flare-ups simultaneously.

When we needle these points, we are not just treating back pain; we restore deeper balance to your internal organs in order to have a long lasting positive impact to your back neck and improve posture problems.

If you have any questions about this, comment below!

PS: Would you like to give an acupuncture or cupping session to your partner, family, friend and loved ones? I’m currently offering giftcards. DM or email me at info@acupuncturebykim.nl.

Book your consultation at www.acupuncturebykim.nl.

See you soon
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Kim

09/12/2025

❄️TCM tips to survive this ❄️ December can be cold and so stressful. We want to be finishing off things before the holidays, stressing for those family gatherings and dealing with the cold weather. But TCM has some interesting perspectives.

In TCM winter is associated with the element of water and the Kidney organ system. The Kidneys are considered to store and distribute the Jing Qi and are responsible for growth, reproduction, sexual functioning and they store the Jing Qi. The Jing Qi is very interesting type of qi, it’s a type of qi we are born with. We use this throughout our life and it is easily depleted by stress, hard work and even sexual activity and that all leads to lower backpain, infertility, sexual dysfunctioning and more.

During winter the body’s yang energy is at its lowest and the yin energy is highest. So even with the December madness it is the time to look inward and respect the calmness of the yin energy. Try to avoid things like overworking, excessive stress, and little sleep. They are extra harmful this time of year.

To maintain good health during this winter here are some tips to getting into balance:

Prioritize Deep Rest: having a full december and stressed about deadlines and buying gifts? Priotize your peace and nourish the yin state of your body. Take a step back, rest well.

TCM Herbs: Incorporate TCM herbs into your food and drinks like ginger and tumeric for warmth and hawthorn to support circulation and indigestion.

Nourishing Foods: Focus on slow-cooked stews and broths to easily build Qi and Blood without taxing your digestion. Don’t eat cold raw foods as well as excessive alcohol.

Targeted Warmth: Use external heat (like Moxa) and acupressure (ST 25, SP 15) to protect your vital center from the cold.

And don’t forget to ask your acupuncturist to support your balance and especially the Spleen, Stomach and Kidneys. You can book Your Consultation to get ready for the holiday season in the link in bio.

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Kim

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03/12/2025

Lung -7 - Lièquē - 列缺: The Broken Sequence is a powerful acupuncture point. A point I would like to spotlight. This acupuncture point has the intention to create a sudden divergence of the qi in the Lung channel to create widespread effects throughout the body.

In clinical practice it has many uses and benefits. I use it as a distal point for addressing headache, stiff neck, and upper body tension. And also as a local point for RSI, wrist/thumb pain. Besides this it’s a key point for benefiting the immune system and help with clearing symptoms of colds, supporting the body’s Wei Qi.

By activating acupuncture points, we restore balance through ancient pathways to reset, recover and recharge the body and the mind. There are more than 360 acupuncture points throughout the body with all having their own benefits. In a treatment we choose a unique combination that benefits your health.

Which acupuncture points should we talk about next?
Comment below! Or come by to the clinic :)

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X Kim

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27/11/2025

How does it feel? Getting acupuncture is just something else ⁠=^.^=

It’s a deep, welcoming relaxation or heaviness. A wave of pleasant warmth or tingling (qi)sensation. Or even a body mind and soul altering nap. Some people say they’ve never been this calm for years. And for some they feel acu-high after a session, being happy calm and unbothered at the same time.

Is this something you, your family and your besties need? Comment below for questions ^_^.
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Tap the link in my bio if you are ready to calm your nervous system with me. Hope to see you soon x Kim☯️

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20/11/2025

Understanding your anxiety. The acupuncture edition
In my clinic anxiety isn’t the same for everyone. In general actually TCM and acupuncturists treat anxiety as a symptom pattern involving different organs that are out of balance. We identify symptom patterns to find the root imbalance to calm the nervous system.

These are the three most common anxiety patterns:
Spleen Qi Deficiency (The Worry type): Often involves constant overthinking, rumination, feeling mentally drained, poor digestion, and fatigue. We will focus on mind gut relation and strengthening the Spleen qi.

Heart Qi Deficiency (The Palpitations type): Characterized by nervousness, insomnia, easily startled, and heart palpitations. The heart qi is deficient and sometimes scattered. We work to calm the Heart and the Shen (Spirit).

Kidney Yin Deficiency (The Burnout type): Anxiety that comes with deep exhaustion caused by work, restlessness, tensed muscles or muscle pain, and night sweats. We focus on nourishing the Kidney yin.
Besides these there is anxiety related to heart fire and liver and some combinations of them. The one related to heart fire and liver often comes with emotions like frustration and anger.

Acupuncture is always a complementary therapy. But can be in many cases very effective. Even though I was trained in psychology. Always check with your primary therapist.

Did this help you to recognize your pattern of anxiety? Let me know in the comments.

x Kim

PS: Don’t forget to book your acupuncture session or a introduction call at www.acupuncturbykim.nl

17/11/2025

Cook TCM inspired food with me. In TCM a meal should be harmonizing and balancing besides being delicious and healthy. Here are some of my essentials for starting your healthy food journey according to principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).

Herbs
Herbs are added to cooking either to enhance properties and flavor and/or to benefit one’s bodyconsitution. In TCM there are 9 body constitution types and depending on which type you have you can benefit from increasing or decreasing certain foods. That’s why in general you should use herbs with moderation.

Goji Berries: in TCM this is good for the Kidney, Liver and eyes. Use for tea (together with for instance chrysanthemum flower), porridge, but also soup.

Jujube Dates: Good for blood and Qi. They also calm the Spirit (Shen) and are great for anxiety and insomnia. Also for broth, soups, and tea.

Ginger: A warming herb. Used to warm the digestive center (Spleen/Stomach) and clear the channels, especially useful for cold hands/feet or nausea. For stirfry, steamed dishes and soups.

Mint & coriander: are my personal favorite herbs because they balance out the dishes when and are both cooling. So you can use them to complement a spicy or fried dish.

Mixing methods:

In TCM cooking can emphasize thermal properties of food. We don’t like eating raw food. Mix your methods within each meal.

Variety of greens and proteins:

Seasonal eating/living is important in TCM. For proteins I like to use easily digestible ones like tofu and chicken. And also whitefish and beans/legumes are great as they are more neutral compared to red meat which is warming. It is important to understand the body constitution and get to know what foods to increase or decrease. At an acupuncture treatment your acupuncturist always assesses your body constitution for a tailored treatment plan.

If you have any questions, let me know me know in the comments 🫶🏼☯️

Kim
Www.acupuncturebykim.nl

21/10/2025

AMSTERDAM DANCE EVENT | Chinese Club Culture - UITVERKOCHT

Chinese artists are shaping their own unique styles – from music and dance to fashion and visual culture. They mix traditional influences with global sounds and vibes, and there's a thriving underground scene not known to many. Where does innovation come from? And in what ways can we inspire each other beyond the copy?

Meet Shanghai-born, Amsterdam-based performance artist Qiyun Zheng/Qotton: As an early member of VoguingShanghai Studio, Qiyun Zheng/Qotton was active in introducing Ballroom culture to the Shanghai club scene, performing extensively in the city and beyond.

🎧 Explore Chinese club culture at Wereldmuseum Amsterdam on October 25 during Amsterdam Dance Event with YU SU, SUNK, Tommy Hendriks, Kexin Hao, Qiyun Zheng/Qotton and Lin An Phoa.

Expect a thought-provoking night filled with music, performances, and conversations about creativity, culture, and cultural cross-pollination. 🍸Including a healing Chinese medicine cocktail by CHAxART x Thien-Kim Tran.

🎟️ Get your tickets via: https://ow.ly/bZUf50Xb1b8

04/07/2025

Hi everyone!

We’ve been busy working on the launch of the new website. And here it is!!

Please have a look to learn more about acupuncture and let me know your thoughts below🙏🏼☯️

https://www.acupuncturebykim.nl/

Acupuncture by Kim | Acupunctuur Amsterdam

If you're looking for an acupuncturist in Amsterdam who can offer more than just needles, you've come to the right place. I'm a TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) practitioner with a background in psychology and mindfulness who can help you heal your body and mind.

29/12/2023

Hi 👋🏼😊 as you may know I’m currently enjoying my maternity leave and connecting with my baby. This finally gave me some time to reflect on my pregnancy. You can read more about that on a blog I recently wrote for .

Make sure to read if you are curious about what it’s like being pregnant as an acupuncturist and what acupuncture can do for you during your pregnancy.

👉🏼 https://www.mamamoonapp.com/blog/acupuncture-during-pregnancy

📸 Christina Seminskaja

04/09/2023

🌞This summer a lot of clients came by with pain complaints. Sometimes it’s chronic, sometimes acute. Due to sports or inflammation, overuse, accidents or auto immune.

With acupuncture we can help support management of pain complaints. One of my favorite methods is to use⚡ Electro Acupuncture (EA). EA is when tiny electrodes are attached to the needles. A small amount of electricity is running through the electrode. This creates a humming and slight vibrating sensation. Very nice feeling I would recommend to try 🙂

The use of ⚡EA is too boost the Qi flowing through the channels so blood circulation is improved and this alleviates the pain. Another system which EA activates is the sympathetic nerve system that helps your body releases endogenous opioids such as endorphins, which help to reduce inflammation. The activated nerve fibers may then reduce feelings of persistent pain and even stress.

I’ve been using EA a lot on acute and also chronic (hernia) pain of the whole body, but also back, neck, knees, face and arms.

⚡💕☯️Are you curious to try this out? Or do you want to know more, let me know!

07/08/2023

Mantra of the month ✨