Injured at work? This quick guide explains your Workers’ Compensation rights in Queens and how acupuncture can help you recover from back pain, stress, and muscle injuries — naturally and safely.

"Leg swelling may come from heart, kidney, or posture issues—or from Spleen and Kidney Qi imbalance in TCM. At Caulo Care Acupuncture, we integrate modern and traditional treatments to reduce swelling and restore circulation."

“Muscle cramps are more than a nuisance—they reveal deeper imbalances in circulation, posture, or organ health. At Caulo Care Acupuncture in Forest Hills, we blend Western medicine and TCM to prevent and treat painful spasms.”

“Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy can cause numbness, tingling, and pain in hands and feet. At Caulo Care in Forest Hills, we offer acupuncture and integrative care to restore comfort, improve circulation, and support cancer recovery.”

Hand numbness at night is often linked to carpal tunnel syndrome, posture, or nerve compression. At Caulo Care Forest Hills, we combine Western medicine insights with acupuncture and TCM to restore circulation, reduce pain, and prevent long-term wrist damage.

“💪 Weak arms and legs aren’t just fatigue—they may reveal deeper imbalances in your body. Discover the causes and how both Western...

"Fingertip numbness can be a warning sign of nerve compression, circulation problems, or Qi stagnation. At Caulo Care Community Acupuncture, we combine modern diagnostics with Traditional Chinese Medicine to restore sensation, relieve discomfort, and improve hand health."

Waking up with neck pain can ruin your day before it even starts. If you've ever experienced a stiff neck after sleeping, you're not alone. Poor pillow support, bad sleep posture, or even trapped inflammatory chemicals in your muscles may be to blame. In this guide, Dr. Phumlarp Caulo — a specialist in Traditional Chinese Medicine for neck pain — explains how to relieve neck pain naturally through acupuncture, gua sha, and herbal remedies

What Do We Mean by “Throbbing” Pain? A throbbing, pulsating pain is a rhythmic ache that seems to beat in time with your heartbeat, almost as if something were “tapping” the nerves from the inside. When it strikes the temples, it can feel like a tiny drum echoing inside your skull.

“Neck pain that radiates to the shoulder, arm, or hand isn't just a muscle ache — it's a neurological warning sign.”This type of pain may indicate a condition known as cervical radiculopathy, where a spinal nerve in the neck is compressed or irritated, also commonly referred to as a pinched nerve in the neck.

For the first time, muscles of the neck—such as the sternocleidomastoid, trapezius, and scalenes, along with the cervical vertebrae (C1–C7)—were accurately described. His work laid the foundation for modern anatomical understanding and remains fundamental in diagnosing conditions like neck stiffness today.

🧠 What Is a Herniated Disc? A herniated disc, also known as a slipped or ruptured disc, is a condition in which the soft, gel-like center of a spinal disc (nucleus pulposus) pushes out through a tear or weakness in the outer layer (annulus fibrosus). This protrusion can compress nearby spinal nerves, leading to pain, numbness, or weakness, especially in the neck, lower back, arms, or legs.

You step onto the stage, your heart hammering in your chest. The spotlight’s glare overwhelms your vision, and dozens of expectant eyes fix upon your trembling form. In that electrifying moment, every fiber of your being screams for escape. Your legs feel like jelly, quivering uncontrollably beneath the weight of your fear. As the audience holds its breath, you find yourself asking: What mysterious force within your brain and body drives this visceral reaction?

Have you ever noticed that some wounds refuse to heal? Days pass, and the cut remains — inflamed, tender, or simply static. In medical science, wound healing is not just a matter of time. It reflects the harmony or imbalance of multiple systems, from your immune and circulatory responses to subtle energy flow and nutrition. In this article, we explore the science behind slow wound healing through five lenses: modern medicine, pioneering researchers, Traditional Chinese Medic

“Have you ever woken up to find your fingertips mysteriously numb—everything feels awkward and lifeless, and you wonder, ‘Will this ever go away?’” Imagine rising in the morning, reaching for your cup of tea, and discovering that your fingertips are numb, your grip weak, and your coordination off. These unsettling sensations trace their origins to the earliest anatomists of antiquity and remain a common complaint in clinics today.

Having muscle bulk (mass) or shape (form) does not automatically mean you have muscle function or force. For strength to occur, several biological systems must operate in sync: Motor Cortex (brain control center) Spinal Cord & Peripheral Nerves (signal pathways) Neuromuscular Junction (NMJ) (connection site) Skeletal Muscle Fibers (contractile units) Cardiovascular Supply & Metabolism (fuel system) 👉 If even one component fails, the muscle may be intact but

In 1664, English neuroanatomist Thomas Willis published a groundbreaking work called Cerebri Anatome, in which he named and described several cranial nerves. Among them was the tenth cranial nerve, which he named “vagus”—a Latin word meaning “wandering.”