Commonly known as TMJ, temporomandibular joint pain affects over 10 million Americans and can involve difficulty chewing, jaw muscle stiffness and painful popping or clicking, according to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research.
Although for some people the pain of TMJ goes away on its own, others develop long-term problems and need treatment to help their pain.
Here are five tips you can practice at home to help your TMJ symptoms. continue reading
I’m excited to announce that starting July 21 I will be practicing at 1405 Fraser St. #1 in Bellingham (MAP). This location is where I currently teach Qi Gong, and is also home to Core Kinetics Pilates & Movement, Carolyn Watson, LAc., M.S., Brad Jones Advanced Rolfer, Seth Burke, PT – Back In Action Physical Therapy, and Massage Therapist Lauryn Marino, LMP.
I feel that this environment will accentuate my skills as an Acupuncturist/Herbalist/Qi Gong practitioner, and will allow me to emphasize my goals of maximizing human potential and bolstering health and longevity within the individual.
I look forward to expanding my current Qi Gong class schedule by adding more beginner classes and more convenient hours, and also utilizing the space to conduct private lessons.
My herbal pharmacy will be more centralized and conveniently located, allowing quicker turn-around times for custom tinctures and the availability of on-demand bulk herbs for acute symptoms.
My Acupuncture hours will also expand starting in September, allowing for more convenient and flexible appointment booking.
I hope that you will be inspired by these happenings as much as I am!
Thank you,
Matt Van Dyke, EAMP
Many of us have already experienced or will experience some amount of hearing loss. This can be due to aging or noise-induced factors. Exposure to loud sound over time can permanently damage the ears and result in hearing loss.
If you find yourself struggling with hearing and feeling the need to turn up the TV or your music louder, you may be experiencing hearing loss. Here are five steps to improve your hearing and prevent further damage. continue reading
There is a difference between being in top physical shape and holistically healthy. Some people may be in great athletic shape, but actually neglecting their body’s other internal health needs.
There have been numerous cases where professional athletes in the peak of their careers have died of heart attacks and other natural complications. Could these deaths have been prevented by taking better care of their overall health? Possibly. continue reading
Skin issues can happen at any age. Whether you have dry, oily or sensitive skin, it can get complicated.
Although there are many products on the market that promise to “cure” your skin ailments, natural alternatives have proven to be effective and one of the safest options for skin treatment.
Here are just a few of the different oils that are easy to add to your skin maintenance routine and can help with frustrations you may be facing. continue reading
