Gentle Tiger Acupuncture

     What do I do here at Gentle Tiger Acupuncture? I do NOT do acupuncture. What? you may be thinking/saying. That’s a bold statemtent considering I have a degree in Oriental Medicine and a license to practice acupuncture in the state of WI (www.drl.wi.gov Lic # 510-055). What I intend is thus: the word “acupuncture” doesn’t convey much ABOUT acupuncture. Usually if it does mean something it’s “NEEDLES”. I understand that feeling intimately, especially with the phobia many of us (yes, I too cannot handle hypodermic needles – eeewwww!) have here in the West with those MASSIVE (I exxagerate, but they FEEL massive!) hypodermic needles that are hollow. – ACK. It makes me naseous if I ponder it too long.

     The beauty of acupuncture needles is that (continue reading…)

I am excited to share with you that I have received a new Ratepoint review and you can check it out – click on the “check our reputation” button to the RIGHT. I encourage you to do so if you’re trying to decide where to go for your acupuncture: whether you’d like to switch from your current acupuncturist, new to town or would like to receive it for the first time. Or you’re already coming to Gentle Tiger Acupuncture and are curious as to what others are saying about their experiences. thanks! – Miguel

Back on May 18, 2010, I blogged about the safety of acupuncture needles. It included an article debunking some old information that is no longer valid. What I’m including in this super blink of an eye blog is MORE information AND a little known secret about acupuncture needles  that will allow you to rest easy when you come to Gentle Tiger Acupuncture: (continue reading…)

I would like to give a little insight into a few of the comforts and features of the acupuncture experience at Gentle Tiger Acupuncture. I’ve thought about what we do for you and for those of you who are working to decide whether or not acupuncture is right for you, I’d like you to know that receiving acupuncture at Gentle Tiger Acupuncture is just the tip of the iceberg. So check out this list and enjoy… (continue reading…)

That’s right, count ‘em 3 new practitioners in suite 250. I intro’d you to Merv Rawson in the last newsletter (remember, “no charge for awesomeness”?). I’ll be sending out an invite for the intro to Donna Eden Energy Medicine, soon. The other new practitioner in the space will be Stephanie Gifford. She’s an occupational therapist. I’ll also be giving you more info in regard to her soon. And last but not least el tercero! (that’s spanish for “the third”) Martyn Luberti. Martyn is a long time resident of Madison and a body worker.

      Here’s the 411 (information) on their arrivals into the new space: (continue reading…)

Hello faithful website visitors and blog article readers. I have been a little busy as of late with potential new health and wellness practitioners desiring space in suite 250 to practice along side Gentle Tiger Acupuncture. I’ll have all the details hammered out by next week and will let you all know about the changes soon thereafter. Keep your eyes peeled.

In the meantime, I’ve been going on about fermented cod liver oil. Not just cod liver oil, but fermented cod liver oil. I’ve been meaning to post something on the GT Facebook page, but what I found was way to long for a post, so here it is. From me to you, originally read by me on the website – www.westonaprice.org. There’s a link below or click to the left on the website for much more about REAL health and the food that provides it. Read on Gentle Tiger-ites and enjoy. (continue reading…)

A few of my colleagues have had the article in question citing that acupuncture is unsafe brought to their attention by a few of their patients. I figured I’d post this great and sobering article that I believe will point out the real facts about how VERY safe acupuncture is and that there is nothing to fear and everything to enjoy and utilize for not only becoming well, but staying well. Read on!

Clean Needles for Acupuncture Safety

By Michael Jabbour, MS, LAc, William Morris, DAOM, PhD, LAc and Steven Schram, PhD, DC, LAc

A recent article in the British Medical Journal by Woo et al. argues that infection from acupuncture needles is a serious problem.1 Pointing at 50 cases worldwide since 1970, the author implies that acupuncture is dangerous because the risk of infection is high and that acupuncturists are not using sufficient care to prevent infections. (continue reading…)

 Wisconsin is a very progressive and technologically generative state. “Forward On” is a very appropriate state motto. From recombinant DNA experiments, to taking measurements at the South Pole, to creating new chemical compounds, to the controversial subject of stem cell research, Wisconsin leads the way in outside the box thinking. On a social level, Wisconsin is also progressive, the LGBT community has several outlets for their strong voice, the Hispanic community is served by local radio station La Movida and state and private programs encouraging economic growth and prosperity. There are 388 public libraries with 79 branches. The Rosemary Garfoot Library in Cross Plains for example is a LEEDS ”silver” rated green library. The extensive list of recyclable items magnetted to my fridge also speaks to Wisconsin’s progressive attitude toward taking care of all aspects of living and personal accountability. In the spirit of this progressive thinking/living I’m offering you 20 ways to go green/be green/stay green. (continue reading…)

Hello Gentle Tiger-ites! I was talking about my backyard planter boxes for the lovely and luscious zucchinis that we grow every year and I was asked how to prepare zucchini flowers. Wellllll, I didn’t have enough space in those little boxes Facebook provides, so I decided to plant the recipe RIGHT HERE! (If you’d like to follow Gentle Tiger Acupuncture on Facebook, we’d appreciate it and its fun – just click on the “Gentle Tiger Acupuncture LLC on Facebook” link located  to your right on this page (under the Ratepoint “Check Out our Reputation”  badge)’ The link will take you to Facebook -  log in and then click “become a fan” on the Gentle Tiger Facebook page – EASY.) (continue reading…)

Yes, I understand that it isn’t until the 20th of this month that Spring OFFICIALLY begins. But I’m officially feeling that warmth – I can see my grass again! Well, not ALLLL of it, but my yard is showing it’s face again. I can feel the hum of the push handle on my mower vibrating through all the way up to my elbows…oooooh man! But what about that other thing about spring? The wind that blows all the nooks and crannies clean? Well, that’s good, Nature has its own “spring cleaning”. I’d bet that’s where the phrase came from. So, still keep your scarves, hats and jackets on hand. Well, keep your gloves on hand, too – heh! I did see a young man (in his early 20s) walking down W. Johnson downtown with nothing but a t-shirt and jeans on. While appropriate for wearing in public, I strongly disagree that it’s appropriate for this weather. In this blog I’m going to explain to how Spring should not be underestimated in regard to contracting illness, based on weather alone. I’ll also explain how Chinese Medicine translates to keeping our United States of American bodies healthy and well in this time of rejuvenation, growth and coming out after Winter.   (continue reading…)