Osteitis pubis is an uncommon condition caused by inflammation in the pubic symphysis – the joint that connects both halves of the pubic bone. The condition is most often seen in people who frequently and forcefully stretch their pelvis – like athletes. The condition can cause pain, inflammation and swelling in the groin area, but […]

Inguinal hernia is caused by a weak spot in the abdominal muscles and lining. When a hernia occurs, soft tissues inside the abdominal cavity push through this weak spot, often resulting in pain. However, a third of inguinal hernia patients don’t experience any symptoms.   For symptomatic and asymptomatic patients, Chinese medicinal herbs like Ju

A low sperm count can have many causes in both western and Chinese medicine, but it is rare that an exact cause can be pinpointed in a particular patient. As such, Chinese medicine practitioners typically associate the condition with underperforming organs – particularly those associated with sexual function. To help with this issue, practitioners often

In Chinese medicine, threatened miscarriage is often a case of deficiency – specifically, deficiencies in vital life energies that the mother and developing child both rely on during pregnancy. If these deficiencies aren’t corrected, it can lead to miscarriage, or even recurring miscarriages. To ensure the mother and fetus both remain stable through pregnancy, Chinese

Recurrent urinary pain is often explained away as recurring urinary tract infections, but UTI treatment doesn’t always seem to resolve the pain. These patients may be diagnosed with recurrent urinary pain even without an obvious underlying cause – pain that may flare up at times and calm at others. Western physicians frequently prescribe antibiotics to

Atherosclerosis (coronary heart disease) is characterized by plaque formation on the artery and vessel walls and is a common condition that affects millions of Americans every year. Atherosclerosis is a major risk factor for heart attacks and stroke, and both are responsible for nearly a million deaths in the U.S. every year. Thankfully, Chinese herbs

Premature gray hair isn’t considered a health concern in western medicine, but Chinese medicine practitioners have a different perspective. In fact, practitioners consider premature gray hair to be a treatable condition – with herbs like Han Lian Cao.   What is considered premature gray hair? Premature gray hair refers to graying that occurs 10-15 years

Dry eye disease is an extremely common condition worldwide, affecting up to 50 percent of all adults at some point. Though cases range in severity, some people are bothered by their dry eyes to the point where they seek treatment, including Chinese medicinal herbs like Nu Zhen Zi. What Causes Dry Eyes? Western medicine observes

End-stage renal disease (ESRD) and joint pain are linked, as one of the many complications of late kidney failure is persistent joint pain that can adversely affect quality of life. This joint pain is often overlooked, as there may be other, more pressing ESRD complications for physicians to consider. In patients with ESRD-caused joint pain,