by Rachel Hemphill | Mar 23, 2026 | City Pulse Acupuncture Blogs
Many people are curious about acupuncture but are unsure when it is appropriate to seek care. Acupuncture is a core part of Traditional Chinese Medicine and is used to support a wide range of health concerns. It focuses on restoring balance within the body, improving...
by Rachel Hemphill | Mar 3, 2026 | City Pulse Acupuncture Blogs
March is Endometriosis Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on a condition that affects approximately 1 in 10 women of reproductive age, yet remains widely misunderstood and underdiagnosed. If you’re living with endometriosis, you already know the reality:...
by Rachel Hemphill | Feb 27, 2026 | City Pulse Acupuncture Blogs
If you’re new to acupuncture, it’s natural to have questions. Many people are curious about what acupuncture feels like, how it works, and whether it can truly make a difference in their health. At City Pulse Acupuncture in Oakland, we often meet patients...
by Rachel Hemphill | Dec 23, 2025 | City Pulse Acupuncture Blogs
T.J. Watt Injury Highlights Dry Needling Risks Pittsburgh Steelers star T.J. Watt recently required surgery for a collapsed lung after a dry needling session at the team’s practice facility. While this type of complication is rare, it highlights an important...
by Rachel Hemphill | Nov 24, 2025 | City Pulse Acupuncture Blogs
Many people are surprised to learn that histamine, the same chemical involved in allergic reactions, can also affect reproductive health. For some, an intolerance to histamine may play a hidden role in hormone imbalance, irregular cycles, or unexplained fertility...
