- Dr. Mindy Boxer3301 Ocean Park Blvd.
Suite 201
Santa Monica, CA 90405(310) 450-9711
Giuditta T.2014-02-21 07:45:28I really love Mindy and as a doula I send her a lot of my pregnant clients and they are always very satisfied. I have sent her moms who had never had...
Shelley Y.2013-06-27 15:14:14I started seeing Dr. Mindy Boxer for acupuncture treatments in February. I was almost 39 and wanted to start a family. I had anticipated it taking a while...
Eric C.2012-10-02 13:43:53I tried a few different acupuncturist in Santa Monica and found that while the treatments worked for my upper back pain, the experience was much like going...
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Acupuncture for Kids
Most kids, as well as a lot of adults, are afraid of needles. So the pairing of Acupuncture and children might not be an obvious one. However, more and more parents are seeking alternative methods of treatment for their children, because our conventional medical system is faltering a bit. Pharmaceuticals are proving to be more harmful than beneficial for
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It’s All In Your Head: Headaches & Traditional Chinese Medicine ~
There are four main types of headache: tension, cluster, sinus and migraine. And, there are varying triggers for these headaches, such as food, stress, hormones, dehydration and weather. Fortunately, eliminating the triggers and finding natural ways to prevent and help an ongoing headache are possible.
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Five Reasons to Get Acupuncture for Migraines
Migraine headaches are a bit of mystery to the medical world. This ailment tends to be poorly understood and frequently undiagnosed and under-treated. According to the Migraine Research Foundation, this neurological disease affects nearly 39 million Americans. Migraines are characterized by severe, throbbing pain usually found on only one side of the head. Migraine headaches can also be
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Positive Side Effects of Acupuncture
During an initial session of Acupuncture, most practitioners began with an extensive health intake that goes over all of the systems in the body. We use this to determine certain patterns of imbalance, allowing us to treat the root cause of issues. This is one way we differ from Western medicine.
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Does Your Liver Need a Spring Tune-Up?
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, each season is ruled by a particular organ system and Spring is connected to the Liver & Gall Bladder. What does this mean? Well, you probably notice changes in the way you feel, both physically and mentally, as the seasons change. I know I tend to feel a bit more contemplative and introspective during the
7 Reasons to Seek Out Acupuncture
Do you ever feel your life’s a ride that won’t ever stop? How many nights do you wait for Mr. Sandman to magically appear? How often do you truly take time for yourself? Do you have aches and pains almost daily? Are over-the-counter or prescription medications controlling your life? When was the last time you actually felt at peace?
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Acupuncture & Colon Cancer
Colon Cancer is the third most common Cancer in the United States with about 60,000 deaths from it every year. Like all Cancer, treatment can be long, uncomfortable and come with many side effects. Those getting chemotherapy may experience Nausea, Vomiting, Postoperative pain, Cancer related pain, Insomnia and Anxiety. The chronic pain can significantly impact quality of life. Most patients
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Relieve Arthritis with Acupuncture
Arthritis is a painful and oftentimes debilitating condition that’s characterized by INFLAMMATION within one or more joints. According to the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 1 in 2 people will develop Osteoarthritis of the knee by the age of 85. It’s important to note, however, that there are several different types of Arthritis, with Osteoarthritis being just one.
7 Secrets You Never Knew About Acupuncture
There’s a certain level of mysticism surrounding the ancient practice of Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine. Those who haven’t tried it may view it as some sham practice with no real value or benefit. On the other hand, those who have tried are fully aware of its powerful and helpful effects on the human body.
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Acupuncture Erases Pain: Here’s How It Works
The thought of treating pain by sticking yourself with dozens of tiny needles might sound like a misnomer. After all, wouldn’t this make the problem worse by creating more pain? The holistic practice of ACUPUNCTURE is a safe and effective solution for relieving pain. Whether it’s chronic or temporary pain, Acupuncture has proven effective time and time again at relieving
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