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02/19/2026

Acupuncture isn't just for back pain. Recent clinical reviews found it can help with mild to moderate depression about as well as medication—and it's a great option when medication side effects become overwhelming (Harvard Health, 2023).

This isn't about toughing it out. It's about giving your nervous system another tool to settle, lift, and find balance—without white-knuckling your way through each day.

At Point Well Taken, we work with people who've tried many approaches and still feel stuck. We listen, keep sessions gentle, and collaborate with your current care team when that makes sense.

Reach us at +1-410-370-5858 or learn more at http://pointwelltaken.net

Source: Harvard Health Publishing — "Acupuncture for Depression: Clinical Practice Update" (Wayne & Denninger, 2023)

02/18/2026

Happy Lunar New Year 🌙🧧🎇 - the year of the Fire Horse! 🔥🐎

We will be having an OPEN HOUSE at our new location inside the Quad office complex of Cross Keys:
2 Hamill Rd, Suite 155 West, Balimore, MD 21210
Saturday, Feb 28 from 1-5pm

Come celebrate our new space ✨🕋 the Lunar New Year, 🐲🏮and the start of spring! 🌷🪻
We hope you'll stop by to say hi, and bring a friend for snacks 🍊🥟, ear treatments 👂, discount on herbs 🌿💊, and to meet Archie - our new therapy dog. 😇🦮

02/13/2026

Spring, in the Chinese calendar starts in Mid February. The Chinese New Year at end of January begining of February is also called Spring Festival. So, you may be beginning to feel the uprising of Spring energy now! Some agitation, some desire to get things moving, some plans for summer starting to come alive... In TCM, spring is associated with the Liver/Gallbladder and the rebirth of the natural cycle. A creative time of new growth and life. It is the uprising and the emotion associated with Spring / Wood is anger. If you're feeling extra irritable, it could be Liver Qi stagnation. Other signs include frequent sighing, headaches, jaw clenching, digestive issues, PMS, and 1-3am waking.

To get your Qi flowing smoothly again, we recommend acupuncture, herbs, cupping, gua sha, meditation, exercise, and lots of water. Let Point Well Taken help you embrace the energy of spring! Book now: http://pointwelltaken.net | +14103705858

02/04/2026

Research shows acupuncture can significantly boost IVF success by improving circulation to reproductive organs, balancing hormones, reducing inflammation & more. Ideally start treatments 3 months before an IVF cycle for best results. But acupuncture helps in all phases of IVF! Learn more about our fertility program: +14103705858 or http://pointwelltaken.net

01/28/2026

To live your best life, it's crucial to spend your energy on what uplifts you and supports your wellbeing. Acupuncture is a profoundly nourishing therapy that can help you release stress, recharge your batteries and reconnect with your most vibrant self. Combine it with restorative self-care practices like massage, time in nature and nourishing foods to feel renewed inside and out. Ready to invest in yourself? Call Point Well Taken at +14103705858.

01/27/2026

We've been no ICE crowd for centuries 😉👎🧊☯️🚫

01/21/2026

Research shows that people adding acupuncture during to***co, alcohol, or opioid detox were more likely to finish their programs—and the withdrawal symptoms felt less overwhelming (Chavez, 2020).

It's a small boost that makes a real difference on the hardest days. Tiny needles help activate your body's natural endorphins, steady dopamine levels, and calm your stress response so cravings become more manageable.

At Point Well Taken, we work alongside your existing treatment plan—not in place of it—to help you stay on track. We keep sessions calm, collaborative, and focused on your goals.

Safety? Studies show acupuncture has a strong track record with very few side effects (Chavez, 2020). If your goal is to make recovery a little more doable, we're here to help.

Call us at +1-410-370-5858 or visit http://pointwelltaken.net to learn more.

Source: Chavez, 2020.

01/14/2026

The redness around these acupuncture needles is a sign that the body's vital energy, or qi, is activating healing. Known as 'de qi' sensation, it involves the release of neuropeptides that boost circulation and reduce inflammation. At Point Well Taken, we precisely target acupoints to alleviate issues like anxiety, painful periods and muscle tension. Experience the art of healing - call +14103705858 or visit http://pointwelltaken.net

01/14/2026

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Taiwanese researchers discovered acupuncture triggering stem cell release healing damaged organs naturally. Scientists at China Medical University found that electroacupuncture at specific meridian points stimulates bone marrow to release mesenchymal stem cells into circulation, which then migrate to injured organs and promote tissue repair. This mechanism explains acupuncture's therapeutic effects through measurable biological processes rather than placebo.

Traditional Chinese medicine has used acupuncture for thousands of years, but Western medicine dismissed it as placebo due to lack of biological mechanism. Taiwanese researchers using advanced imaging and cellular tracking discovered that needle stimulation at specific points triggers measurable stem cell mobilization—providing the first clear biological explanation for acupuncture's effects.

Electroacupuncture (needles with mild electrical current) at ST36 (Zusanli point) and GV20 (Baihui point) causes a 300% increase in circulating stem cells within 24 hours. These mobilized stem cells express homing signals drawing them to damaged tissues—injured liver, heart, kidneys, or brain—where they differentiate into organ-specific cells and release healing factors. It's like acupuncture triggers the body's internal repair dispatch system.

Stroke patients receiving electroacupuncture within 48 hours of stroke showed 40% better functional recovery than those receiving standard care alone. Liver cirrhosis patients showed reduced fibrosis markers. Heart attack survivors demonstrated improved cardiac function. The mechanism is entirely biological—traced stem cells from bone marrow to damaged organs. Skeptical Western physicians are reconsidering acupuncture given this mechanistic evidence. We're discovering that ancient healing practices work through sophisticated biological mechanisms science is only now capable of detecting.

Source: China Medical University, Stem Cells Translational Medicine 2025

12/31/2025

Tossing and turning at night? Acupuncture could be your solution for deeper, more restful sleep. This gentle treatment relieves anxiety, stimulates melatonin, induces sleep onset, and reduces middle-of-the-night waking.

At Point Well Taken, we develop a personalized plan to target your unique sleep challenges and get you the quality z's you need. Wake up refreshed and restored!

Contact us to get started: http://pointwelltaken.net | +14103705858

12/25/2025

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Why NCCAOM® Certification Matters?

When needles are involved, training matters. Recent reports of a serious complication following a dry needling session highlight the importance of proper education and credentialing.

NCCAOM® Board-Certified Acupuncturists complete extensive, acupuncture-specific education and supervised clinical training—far beyond short certification courses. NCCAOM programs are independently accredited and held to rigorous, evidence-based standards designed to protect patient safety.

Bottom line: Dry needling and acupuncture are safest when performed by NCCAOM Board-Certified professionals trained in anatomy, clean needle technique, risk recognition, and emergency management.

What you can do:
✅ Verify credentials in the NCCAOM Practitioner Registry
✅ Choose a NCCAOM National Board-Certified Acupuncturist™

NCCAOM Position Statement:https://www.nccaom.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/NCCAOM-Dry-Needling-Position-Statement.pdf