Date: Sunday, November 6, 2011
Time: 3pm to 4:30PM
Location: Chinese Medicine for Health
1564A Washington Street
Holliston, MA 01746
ph 508-429-3895
The Tai Chi and Qi Gong Healing Institute (TQHI) is a non-profit organization committed to promoting health and improving quality of life by helping people identify and strengthen their own internal energy or Chi.
- Learn about TQHI member benefits
- Explore volunteer opportunities
- Get updated about our expanded 2012 Tai Chi & Qi Gong Conference
- Discover how Qi Gong provides for amazing self healing
- Practice group Qi Gong
- Enjoy tea and snacks
- Discount on membership on the day of open house
Monday, September 26, 2011
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
New Research: Acupuncture treats Breast Cancer Lymphedema
Recent Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center research demonstrates that acupuncture significantly reduces lymphoedema related arm swelling in women after breast cancer surgery. Lymphoedema is a when there is fluid retention and tissue swelling in the body due to disorders of the lymphatic system. The lymphatic system controls the return of interstitial fluid to the bloodstream. After breast cancer surgery, the lymphatic system can be damaged by lymph node surgery or radiation therapy. Symptoms may appear quickly or take several months or years to become apparent. Swelling of the arms and sides of the body is most common after lymphatic system damage due to breast cancer procedures.
The researchers at Sloan-Kettering in New York note that existing conventional treatments for lymphoedema are only “marginally beneficial, rarely reducing arm swelling in any meaningful way.” The new study concludes that acupuncture is safe and that some of the women in the study showed a 30 percent or better reduction of lymphoedema related arm swelling.
Acupuncture Results
In this study, lymphoedema was diagnosed when the affected arm was greater than 2cm in circumference than the unaffected arm. Participants received acupuncture at a rate of 2 times per week for a total of four weeks. Results were tabulated after a six month follow-up. No serious events were reported and the study concludes that “acupuncture appears safe and may reduce lymphoedema associated with breast cancer surgery.”
The researchers at Sloan-Kettering in New York note that existing conventional treatments for lymphoedema are only “marginally beneficial, rarely reducing arm swelling in any meaningful way.” The new study concludes that acupuncture is safe and that some of the women in the study showed a 30 percent or better reduction of lymphoedema related arm swelling.
Acupuncture Results
In this study, lymphoedema was diagnosed when the affected arm was greater than 2cm in circumference than the unaffected arm. Participants received acupuncture at a rate of 2 times per week for a total of four weeks. Results were tabulated after a six month follow-up. No serious events were reported and the study concludes that “acupuncture appears safe and may reduce lymphoedema associated with breast cancer surgery.”
Sunday, March 6, 2011
Why I Wrote My New Book "True Brain Fitness"
Over the last two decades, I have treated a wide range of diseases along with their underlying conditions in order to assist my patients heal. As a healer, I have realized in order to help others in a responsible and productive manner, I need to enhance my brain health.
When I was looking for advice on the subject, I found little practical and substantive information on how to deal with brain aging. For the most part brain aging and the associated consequences were considered to be irreversible.
Recommended ways of dealing with brain aging were often based on limited and unrealistic strategies. During this discovery process it became evident to me that more comprehensive and natural solutions were needed to address brain aging.
As I conducted my research, over several years, I observed and documented that many people's mental and brain abilities were measurably declining, including individuals who are close to me, and under my care. This was evident in their waning memory, inability to track dates and times, and having problem with words, names, places, etc.
Through my experiences in working with, treating, teaching and observing patients, I developed my own theories and solutions I call "Body-Brain-Mind-Healing." Based on this work I was inspired to write "True Brain Fitness" in order to help people lead a life of personal and professional fulfillment.
In this book I detail sequences of specific body exercises and movements that aggressively stimulate the brain by activating critical brain chemicals and bio-electric impulses. As a result, you are bringing vital information to the brain, and helping brain cells form new relationships with each other. These body movement techniques also balance the left side and right side of the brain.
As this balance is achieved, the mind is much more capable of producing thoughtful directions along with constructive behaviors and activities. With this brain foundation established, all kinds of health improvements are possible.
The body is continually experiencing a multitude of chain reactions. To initiate a chain reaction, the mind is a critical player. We need something to catalyze the mind, to prompt the mind to work better. Often the mind can be stuck somewhere in the past, or unable to find reason for things that have happened. This is not because our mind is bad or weak, nor are we stupid. It is because the chemicals in our brain are not balanced, so the mind is unbalanced.
Fortunately, no matter how jammed our mind may be, our body can still move and can stimulate the brain in important ways. You can see somebody walking, moving, doing things, but you cannot see their underlying health problems. If they are able to walk and do things, such as housework or driving, they can certainly move their body with various exercises. If they can move their body in an energetic way regularly, they can change their brain chemistry and mind processes.
I have been quite successful in being able to incorporate Tai Chi, Qi Gong and other body movements into my patient care. This integration and combination of treatments, along with constant guidance, have brought my healthcare practice to a much higher level. That's why I am excited to publish "True Brain Fitness".
Purchase an Autographed Copy of True Brain Fitness
When I was looking for advice on the subject, I found little practical and substantive information on how to deal with brain aging. For the most part brain aging and the associated consequences were considered to be irreversible.
Recommended ways of dealing with brain aging were often based on limited and unrealistic strategies. During this discovery process it became evident to me that more comprehensive and natural solutions were needed to address brain aging.
As I conducted my research, over several years, I observed and documented that many people's mental and brain abilities were measurably declining, including individuals who are close to me, and under my care. This was evident in their waning memory, inability to track dates and times, and having problem with words, names, places, etc.
Through my experiences in working with, treating, teaching and observing patients, I developed my own theories and solutions I call "Body-Brain-Mind-Healing." Based on this work I was inspired to write "True Brain Fitness" in order to help people lead a life of personal and professional fulfillment.
In this book I detail sequences of specific body exercises and movements that aggressively stimulate the brain by activating critical brain chemicals and bio-electric impulses. As a result, you are bringing vital information to the brain, and helping brain cells form new relationships with each other. These body movement techniques also balance the left side and right side of the brain.
As this balance is achieved, the mind is much more capable of producing thoughtful directions along with constructive behaviors and activities. With this brain foundation established, all kinds of health improvements are possible.
The body is continually experiencing a multitude of chain reactions. To initiate a chain reaction, the mind is a critical player. We need something to catalyze the mind, to prompt the mind to work better. Often the mind can be stuck somewhere in the past, or unable to find reason for things that have happened. This is not because our mind is bad or weak, nor are we stupid. It is because the chemicals in our brain are not balanced, so the mind is unbalanced.
Fortunately, no matter how jammed our mind may be, our body can still move and can stimulate the brain in important ways. You can see somebody walking, moving, doing things, but you cannot see their underlying health problems. If they are able to walk and do things, such as housework or driving, they can certainly move their body with various exercises. If they can move their body in an energetic way regularly, they can change their brain chemistry and mind processes.
I have been quite successful in being able to incorporate Tai Chi, Qi Gong and other body movements into my patient care. This integration and combination of treatments, along with constant guidance, have brought my healthcare practice to a much higher level. That's why I am excited to publish "True Brain Fitness".
Purchase an Autographed Copy of True Brain Fitness
Sunday, February 27, 2011
Discover the Secrets of Chinese Medicine and Natural Healing at The Langham, Boston
The Langham, Boston hosts the 2011 New England Tai Chi Conference with Tai Chi & Qi Gong Master, Dr. Aihan Kuhn
WHO: Dr. Aihan Kuhn CMD, President of Tai Chi and Qi Gong Healing Institute and Traditional Chinese Medicine consultant for Chuan Body + Soul at The Langham, Boston, presents her thoughts and expertise on Chinese Medicine and Natural Healing at the 2011 New England Tai Chi Conference. The Langham, Boston unveiled the first Chuan Body + Soul Spa in the United States in 2008. Unlike other spas, Chuan Body + Soul's treatments are based on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). At Chuan Body + Soul, your spa journey is focused on creating a relaxing spa atmosphere as well as balancing the elements, whose harmony is essential for physical and emotional well-being, offering services such as Acupuncture, Moxibustion, and Ho Guan (cupping) and other Traditional Chinese Medicine treatments in a luxury spa environment.
WHAT: The 2011 New England Tai Chi Conference offers several different programs over the course of two days for those interested in discovering the possibilities of Chinese Medicine. Whether new to the idea of Natural Healing, or an established practitioner, the conference introduces a wealth of applicable material.
Programs to be featured at the conference include:
• Chinese Medicine, the Magic of Natural Healing
• Chinese Healing Exercises
• Qi Gong for Internal Healing
• Tai Chi, The Art of Wise Living
• True Brain Fitness (Anti Brain Aging and How to Prevent Memory Loss)
• Experience Free Acupuncture and Massage treatments
• Questions and Answers to Your Health and Healing, the Natural Way
• "5 Elements" lunch provided by The Langham, Boston (Saturday only) to be offered for registrants only
Registration and Booking Information:
Two-day conference fee is $195. Participants who register before March 10, 2011 pay a reduced fee of $175.
For additional information, or to register for the 2011 New England Tai Chi Conference, please call (508) 429-3895 or register via Google Checkout. Visit http://www.tqhi.org/ for details
For hotel information, or to book a room at The Langham, Boston, please call (617) 451-1900. Mention the Tai Chi Conference and receive a special rate of $155.
WHEN:
Saturday, April 2, 2011 - 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Sunday, April 3, 2011 - 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
*Registration begins at 8:30 a.m.
WHERE:
The Langham, Boston
250 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110
About The Langham, Boston
This elegant property, once the Federal Reserve Bank, is a national architectural landmark. An ideal downtown location, the hotel offers a unique blend of historic charm and urban sophistication next to the finest shopping and attractions including: Faneuil Hall Marketplace, Boston Common, the Freedom Trail, the Theater District and the waterfront. The hotel’s award-winning restaurant, Café Fleuri, serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, seasonal Saturday Chocolate Bar, and Sunday Brunch under lofty atrium ceilings. BOND restaurant lounge serves lunch, metropolitan afternoon tea, small plates of global cuisine in the evenings, and distinctive cocktails. Chuan Body + Soul offers guests 24-hour access to the fitness center, an indoor lap pool, a whirlpool and spa treatments based on Traditional Chinese Medicine. The hotel is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World and has won AAA’s Four-Diamond award. For information on The Langham, Boston, please visit: http://boston.langhamhotels.com
WHO: Dr. Aihan Kuhn CMD, President of Tai Chi and Qi Gong Healing Institute and Traditional Chinese Medicine consultant for Chuan Body + Soul at The Langham, Boston, presents her thoughts and expertise on Chinese Medicine and Natural Healing at the 2011 New England Tai Chi Conference. The Langham, Boston unveiled the first Chuan Body + Soul Spa in the United States in 2008. Unlike other spas, Chuan Body + Soul's treatments are based on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). At Chuan Body + Soul, your spa journey is focused on creating a relaxing spa atmosphere as well as balancing the elements, whose harmony is essential for physical and emotional well-being, offering services such as Acupuncture, Moxibustion, and Ho Guan (cupping) and other Traditional Chinese Medicine treatments in a luxury spa environment.
WHAT: The 2011 New England Tai Chi Conference offers several different programs over the course of two days for those interested in discovering the possibilities of Chinese Medicine. Whether new to the idea of Natural Healing, or an established practitioner, the conference introduces a wealth of applicable material.
Programs to be featured at the conference include:
• Chinese Medicine, the Magic of Natural Healing
• Chinese Healing Exercises
• Qi Gong for Internal Healing
• Tai Chi, The Art of Wise Living
• True Brain Fitness (Anti Brain Aging and How to Prevent Memory Loss)
• Experience Free Acupuncture and Massage treatments
• Questions and Answers to Your Health and Healing, the Natural Way
• "5 Elements" lunch provided by The Langham, Boston (Saturday only) to be offered for registrants only
Registration and Booking Information:
Two-day conference fee is $195. Participants who register before March 10, 2011 pay a reduced fee of $175.
For additional information, or to register for the 2011 New England Tai Chi Conference, please call (508) 429-3895 or register via Google Checkout. Visit http://www.tqhi.org/ for details
For hotel information, or to book a room at The Langham, Boston, please call (617) 451-1900. Mention the Tai Chi Conference and receive a special rate of $155.
WHEN:
Saturday, April 2, 2011 - 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Sunday, April 3, 2011 - 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
*Registration begins at 8:30 a.m.
WHERE:
The Langham, Boston
250 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110
About The Langham, Boston
This elegant property, once the Federal Reserve Bank, is a national architectural landmark. An ideal downtown location, the hotel offers a unique blend of historic charm and urban sophistication next to the finest shopping and attractions including: Faneuil Hall Marketplace, Boston Common, the Freedom Trail, the Theater District and the waterfront. The hotel’s award-winning restaurant, Café Fleuri, serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, seasonal Saturday Chocolate Bar, and Sunday Brunch under lofty atrium ceilings. BOND restaurant lounge serves lunch, metropolitan afternoon tea, small plates of global cuisine in the evenings, and distinctive cocktails. Chuan Body + Soul offers guests 24-hour access to the fitness center, an indoor lap pool, a whirlpool and spa treatments based on Traditional Chinese Medicine. The hotel is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World and has won AAA’s Four-Diamond award. For information on The Langham, Boston, please visit: http://boston.langhamhotels.com
Signs of Brain Aging: Various Psychological and Neurological Symptoms
Based on Research from my book "True Brain Fitness", here's a list of Brain Aging signs - conditions that are increasing in frequency and duration:
- Brain fog, or confusion
- Memory problems, especially short term memory
- Speech problems
- Clumsy (lack of body control),
- Calling wrong name
- Apprehension and lack of motivation
- Long time neck problem, upper back problem
- Vertigo, dizzy, light headed
- Stubborn, or uncooperative behavior
- Emotional instability, depression, anxiety
- Difficulty adapting to new social conditions
- Brain fog, or confusion
- Memory problems, especially short term memory
- Speech problems
- Clumsy (lack of body control),
- Calling wrong name
- Apprehension and lack of motivation
- Long time neck problem, upper back problem
- Vertigo, dizzy, light headed
- Stubborn, or uncooperative behavior
- Emotional instability, depression, anxiety
- Difficulty adapting to new social conditions
Thursday, May 13, 2010
Treating Arthritis with Acupuncture
May is National Arthritis Month and there's no better time to take action. If you suffer with arthritis, acupuncture can help.
Arthritis is one of the most pervasive diseases in the United States and is the leading cause of disability. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one out of every three Americans (an estimated seventy million people) is affected.
For most people, arthritis pain and inflammation cannot be avoided as the body ages. In fact, most people over the age of fifty show some signs of arthritis as joints degenerate over time. Fortunately, arthritis can often be managed with acupuncture.
Eastern View of Arthritis
In Oriental medicine, arthritis is called "Bi Syndrome." Bi Syndrome manifests as pain, soreness, or numbness of muscles, tendons and joints. Arthritis is treated according to which type of Bi Syndrome it falls into:
1. Moving (Wind) Bi Syndrome: Pain in the joints is widespread and moves from one area of the body to another. This is often accompanied by fever and chills.
2. Stationary (Damp) Bi Syndrome: The pain is localized and does not move. The body and limbs feel heavy and there is numbness and swelling.
3. Painful (Cold) Bi Syndrome: Severe pain in one part, or over one half of the body which becomes worse with cold and diminishes with warmth.
4. Heat Bi Syndrome: The flesh is hot, the area of pain is red and swollen, and the pain increases upon contact.
Chinese Medicine for Health Treats Arthritis
Arthritis is one of the most pervasive diseases in the United States and is the leading cause of disability. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one out of every three Americans (an estimated seventy million people) is affected.
For most people, arthritis pain and inflammation cannot be avoided as the body ages. In fact, most people over the age of fifty show some signs of arthritis as joints degenerate over time. Fortunately, arthritis can often be managed with acupuncture.
Eastern View of Arthritis
In Oriental medicine, arthritis is called "Bi Syndrome." Bi Syndrome manifests as pain, soreness, or numbness of muscles, tendons and joints. Arthritis is treated according to which type of Bi Syndrome it falls into:
1. Moving (Wind) Bi Syndrome: Pain in the joints is widespread and moves from one area of the body to another. This is often accompanied by fever and chills.
2. Stationary (Damp) Bi Syndrome: The pain is localized and does not move. The body and limbs feel heavy and there is numbness and swelling.
3. Painful (Cold) Bi Syndrome: Severe pain in one part, or over one half of the body which becomes worse with cold and diminishes with warmth.
4. Heat Bi Syndrome: The flesh is hot, the area of pain is red and swollen, and the pain increases upon contact.
Chinese Medicine for Health Treats Arthritis
Monday, March 22, 2010
"Simple Chinese Medicine for Health" Recognized
Simple Chinese Medicine is a finalist in the ForeWord Book of the Year Award in the “Health” category. There were 1400 entries, 60 categories, and 240 finalists. The winners of each category, gold, silver, and bronze, will be announced at the BEA Conference on May 25 in New York City. This is Dr. Kuhn's second book.
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