by Rachel Hemphill | Aug 9, 2022 | City Pulse Acupuncture Blogs
The age-related decrease in fertility is typically attributed to a decline in egg quality and sperm quality. As we age, the mitochondria in our reproductive systems become less effective at producing Adenosine Triphosphate or ATP. ATP is produced by the mitochondria...
by Rachel Hemphill | Dec 15, 2021 | City Pulse Acupuncture Blogs
What is microneedling? Microneedling is the insertion of very fine short needles into the skin for the purpose of rejuvenation. What does it do? Microneedling stimulates the body to produce collagen. Depending on the depth of the needle penetration, microneedling can...
by Rachel Hemphill | Aug 12, 2021 | City Pulse Acupuncture Blogs
In Chinese medicine, our reproductive function and fertility potential is determined by the strength of our Kidney Jing. At conception, we inherit Jing from our parents. Parents with strong Jing will pass on strong Jing to their offspring. From a Western medicine...
by Rachel Hemphill | Jul 17, 2020 | City Pulse Acupuncture Blogs
Traditional Chinese medicine places a strong emphasis on the efficient functioning of the spleen in order to receive the maximum benefit from food. There are several simple but important factors that help to nourish Spleen qi. According to Traditional Chinese...
by Rachel Hemphill | May 1, 2020 | City Pulse Acupuncture Blogs
City Pulse Acupuncture has adopted the strictest safety procedures and protocols due to COVID-19. Masks remain mandatory at all times, regardless of vaccination status. All of our staff members are FULLY vaccinated and boosted and wear KN-95 masks at all times. STAFF...
by Rachel Hemphill | Apr 27, 2020 | City Pulse Acupuncture Blogs
Due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19), we are taking extensive measures to keep our patients, staff and the communities we serve safe. LIMITED IN-PERSON OFFICE VISITS Rachel is only treating established patients in the clinic on a case-by-case basis. If you are a new...