Water is necessary to convert food into energy, lubricate our joints, cushion bones, regulate body temperature, and to produce tears, saliva, and the mucus that lines our sinuses and gastrointestinal tract. Not to mention, our blood is made up of 90% water. If we’re dehydrated, we are more likely to experience metabolic complications, high blood pressure, … Read more
GET NATURAL SINUS RELIEF WITH ESSENTIAL OILS Here at ERCA, our two favorite essential oils for sinus pain and congestion are peppermint and eucalyptus. Peppermint oil contains menthol which affects the mucus receptors in the nose, helping to open the airways and clear mucus. Lab studies show that peppermint oil may fight bacteria, one of … Read more
Acupuncture vs. Dry needling Have you ever heard of dry needling? It’s a technique used by physical therapists that involves inserting a thin needle into trigger points in your muscles to alleviate pain and tension. A 52-hour course is required for physical therapists to perform dry needling. However, at ERCA, we do not offer this … Read more
Celebrate 14 years with us! I want to take a moment to thank you for your support over the past 14 years. At ERCA, we strive to create a peaceful and healing environment for all of our patients. From finding the perfect pillow to ensuring background music is at the right volume, we go above and … Read more
Effective (and Painless) Bite-Sized Changes for the New Year New Year’s resolutions have a bad reputation, at this point. I find that the wise way to commit to a better habit is by making it doable and easily repeatable. Even if the long-term goal is huge like training for a marathon, there is a series of … Read more
💨 Stay Ahead Of Illness 🧣 Whether you’re spending time with loved ones in far off places or staying home for the holidays at the end of the month, we have some quick tips to avoid getting sick this season: Take Yin Qiao pills* before you get to the airport or train station. It’s also … Read more
Venmo payments now accepted! You asked, we listened. We now accept Venmo payments – look for @ercaclinic under the Business listings.
What is Seed Cycling and How Does It Work? Seed cycling is a food-based approach to hormone balance that involves eating two sets of seeds during each phase of the menstrual cycle. The first phase of the cycle* (days 1-14) is called the follicular stage. At this time, you would ingest 1 tablespoon of pumpkin … Read more
DIY Sea Salt Coffee Scrub Autumn is coming. In TCM, the organ associated with the season in the lung. And the skin reflects the health of the lung. We will often treat points along the lung meridian for conditions like eczema, acne, psoriasis and itching skin. I’ve recently discovered some recipes for an exfoliating scrub … Read more
How does acupuncture crossover with Western medicine? This is a pertinent question, especially with a newcomer to acupuncture. We know acupuncture works with the nervous system, triggering the release of pain-killing endorphins. Can it help the immune system? Studies show regular acupuncture treatments can actually increase the number of T-cells the body produces. T-cells destroy … Read more