CSJ Acupuncture

01/06/2026

Following recent national headlines about potential changes to childhood vaccine recommendations, Los Angeles County health officials have issued a clear clarification: there are no changes to immunization schedules or vaccine availability for residents of Los Angeles County at this time.

Los Angeles County confirms no changes to childhood vaccine schedules or availability, reaffirming evidence-based California immunization guidelines.

01/04/2026

Healthcare feels harder to navigate than ever.

Premiums are rising. Appointments take longer to get. More people are managing chronic conditions with fewer options.

That’s where integrative care comes in.

Our latest article looks at how acupuncture fits into modern healthcare. Not as an alternative, but as a supportive, evidence-informed option that many patients are already turning to.

Acupuncture’s role in modern healthcare amid rising costs, aging populations, staffing shortages, and the growing need for safe integrative care.

01/03/2026

Wishing everyone the best this year, and to take care of you health despite circumstance, as best as you can. Treat yourself with respect, and don't use words to harm you, but to enhance you!

12/20/2025

🚨 Mushroom Poisoning Alert in California🚨

California is experiencing a rise in serious illnesses due to people mistakenly eating foraged or hunted “death cap” mushrooms (Amanita phalloides).

⚠️ These mushrooms can look and taste like safe ones, but they are highly poisonous.
❌ Cooking, boiling, drying or freezing does NOT make them safe to eat.
📱 AI-generated tools or apps used to identify mushrooms can be wrong. Don’t risk it!
✅ Only eat mushrooms purchased from reputable sources like grocery stores or retailers.
👀 Watch children and pets closely when outside where mushrooms grow.

Stay safe. Avoid mushroom hunting during this high-risk, rainy season. If you or someone you know may have eaten a poisonous mushroom, seek help immediately.

📞 Call Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222.
🩺 Contact your health care provider.


Learn more: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CCDPHP/DEODC/EHIB/Pages/EIS/Poisonous-Mushrooms.aspx

12/12/2025

Here we practice using the 5 shu points, points primarily bellow the elbows and knees. These points are safe and effective, while still using acupuncture principles and providing the best in patient care. This is not the first time we have heard of "dry needling" leading to a pneumothorax. Patient safety starts with training. Acupuncturists receive thousands (Over 3000 here in California) of hours training as opposed to just 50 hours required for others dry needle providers. To prevent incidence such as below.

T.J. Watt suffered a scary injury after receiving a dry needling treatment.

12/09/2025

One of the most recognized points in auricular acupuncture is Shenmen, often referred to as the "Spirit Gate."

This point is highly regarded within the acupuncture community for its ability to calm the mind, alleviate stress, and regulate emotions.

Explore more insights like this inside our growing Acupuncture Knowledge Base.

Shenmen ear acupoint in auricular acupuncture. Location, benefits, and role in pain relief, stress reduction, and autonomic balance.

12/08/2025

Yale-trained neuroscientist Nailin Yao, PhD, is betting that “digital sunshine” delivered through the nose could help people fall asleep faster and get more deep, restorative sleep. Her new device, Panbrain…



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Digital sunshine device Panbrain Lume blends neuroscience and TCM theory to support sleep. Kickstarter campaign and see's promising future.

12/05/2025

New CDC data show that obesity remains a major challenge nationwide — and Los Angeles County is no exception. Nearly 30% of adults are affected, with clear differences across communities.

Local officials are calling for stronger prevention efforts, better access to healthy foods, and more opportunities for physical activity across the county.

Learn what the new numbers mean for LA residents and the programs already working to support healthier communities.

Read the full update:

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released the 2024 Adult Obesity Prevalence Maps, revealing that obesity remains a major public health

11/30/2025

The Liver does much more than most people realize.
In biomedicine, it filters toxins and stores glucose.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, it ensures the smooth movement of Liver Qi and helps regulate emotions.

Understanding both perspectives gives a deeper view of how the body maintains balance.

Explore the full comparison in our newest article:

The core function of the Liver in TCM is the smooth movement of Liver Qi. This is the idea that the Liver ensures the free flow of the body’s energy. Time

11/20/2025

Spleen 9 is located on the medial aspect of the lower leg, just below the medial condyle of the tibia. Another way to locate this point is by palpating upward along the medial aspect of the tibia, from proximal to distal, until you feel where the curve of the bone begins.

Use as a learning guide or a refresher:
https://csjacupuncture.com/2024/spleen-9-acupuncture-point-location

One of the top online resource for acupuncture information and general wellness.

Visit our knowledge base at https://csjacupuncture.com/knowledge-base

Learn about acupuncture point Spleen 9 anatomical location, functions, and research. Expand your knowledge on integrative healthcare.

11/17/2025

A New York City marathon runner and medical student has officially qualified for the U.S. Olympic Trials, crediting acupuncture and dry needling as key components in her recovery and training routine. According to the announcement, consistent treatment helped her maintain peak performance, manage training-related discomfort, and stay injury-free during crucial preparation periods.

Acupuncture Helps NYC marathoner and med student qualifies for the U.S. Olympic Trials, highlighting their benefits for runners.

11/15/2025

A multicenter randomized controlled trial (RCT) published in 2024 looked at whether acupuncture could help these hard-to-treat cases. The study compared real acupuncture to sham (placebo) acupuncture while patients continued their usual medications. The results were both significant and clinically meaningful.


Acupuncture for Refractory IBS: Study Find Benefits

Acupuncture significantly improved symptoms and quality of life in patients with refractory IBS, according to a large randomized controlled trial.