Acupuncture and fertility, a natural pair

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As a Licensed Acupuncturist, I practice holistic medicine and one of my areas of special interest is fertility and helping women get pregnant naturally. Men and women can be challenged when it comes to being able to conceive. Acupuncture and Chinese herbs can be useful to re-balance the physical body, enhance fertility and calm the … Read more

Finding the right acupuncturist for you

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When you decide it’s time to choose a dentist, physician or other healthcare provider, what’s most important to you? Surely, the most important thing in choosing an acupuncturist is to ensure he or she is licensed and in good standing with state and national regulating boards. Safety is number one. Ok, you’ve checked the credentials … Read more

Self care to strengthen your lungs

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With the equinox a month away on Sept 22, 2017, you’ve probably felt the crisp morning air telling us we are moving from summer into autumn. Autumn is one of the best times for a seasonal acupuncture tune up!  Now is the time of year when energy flows in and down. You may feel melancholy … Read more

Angie Kociolek, L.Ac. presents at Bozeman Business and Professional Women Luncheon

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I had the distinct privilege of being the Bozeman BPW Luncheon Presenter on April 26, 2017. What a fun event! It was 50% learning about how acupuncture and Chinese medicine can help during all phases of the female life cycle and 50% getting to know each other while locating acupressure points. I created this card … Read more

Relief for anxiety that makes you feel good without unwanted side effects

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One of the most satisfying aspects of my work is bringing relief to those suffering from anxiety. In my role as an Licensed Acupuncturist, I am trained to see the connections between the body, mind, spirit and emotions. I ask each client where in her body she feels what she calls “anxiety.” Some people report … Read more

Three good reasons to include acupuncture in post partum care

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Last week I saw Melissa Bang’s performance of “Playing Monopoly with God” and attended her meet & greet with Bozeman area professionals to expand and diversify the medical model for post partum women. In addition to services such as naturopathy, mental health counseling, and lactation consulting, acupuncture is a great option for post partum care.  … Read more

Why try acupuncture for migraines?

Acupuncture excels at alleviating pain. So it’s no surprise that it can relieve migraines and other types of headaches. The American Headache Society published a review concluding that “Acupuncture seems to be at least as effective as conventional drug preventative therapy for migraine and is safe, long-lasting, and cost-effective.”1 Reduced reliance on medication is expected during … Read more