General Well-Being

By Dr.  Denise Wiesner, DACM,  L.Ac

When it comes to chronic pelvic pain, incontinence, painful intercourse, or postpartum recovery, many women and men feel like they’re out of options. One increasingly popular technique to support pelvic health is pelvic floor dry needling — a specialized therapy using thin, sterile needles to release muscle tension and improve pelvic function.

As a licensed acupuncturist and integrative health practitioner, I’m often asked about how this therapy differs from traditional acupuncture and whether it’s right for certain pelvic ...

As I write this, so many of my patients and friends are facing the devastation of losing their homes to the recent fires in Southern California. It’s a challenging time for many, and I’ve been reflecting on ways we can protect our health and how I can support my community.

Here are some practical suggestions to help safeguard your well-being:

1. Wear a KN-95 Mask Outdoors

Even if the air quality appears good, lingering debris from combustible materials—like plastics, cars, and older structures—can ...

My 94 year old dad called me and was worried that he had gotten COVID. He has been socially isolated since March so the chances of him contracting the virus is slim to none. It’s already hard for the elderly. My dad has lost many of his friends the last 20 years of his life. He is one of the few remaining. It’s a lonely road for him, full of anxiety and depression like ...