AcuPro - The Wonders of Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine

💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else!

What if everything we’ve been told about postpartum recovery in Western culture is fundamentally flawed?

After facing her own health struggles postpartum after her first pregnancy, Emily Montague leaned into her background of living in Hong Kong and her fluency in both Mandarin and Cantonese. 

She fully immersed herself in the transformative wisdom of “The Sitting Month”—a traditional Chinese approach to postpartum care that prioritizes rest, nourishment, and long-term healing. Now, after having 5 children herself(!) Emily is helping mothers everywhere reclaim this powerful practice.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The ancient practice of “The Sitting Month” and why dedicated rest transforms postpartum recovery
• Key dietary principles and warming foods that rebuild blood and support healing
• The contrast between Western “bounce back” culture and Eastern approaches to maternal care
• How acupuncture and community support play vital roles in long-term wellbeing

➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode!

Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out. 

And connect with @AcuProAcademy on all social media!

💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else!

In this episode, we’re connecting the dots between Frozen Shoulder and Menopause.

Both are incredibly common—especially in women around their 40s and 50s—and TCM offers powerful tools to support recovery and balance.

I’ll walk you through the TCM perspective on frozen shoulder, exploring patterns like Qi and Blood stagnation, Kidney and Liver Blood deficiencies, and how these connect to hormonal shifts and the decline of estrogen from a Western medical lens.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• The TCM patterns behind frozen shoulder and how they link to menopause  
• Key acupuncture points and techniques that target both local and systemic causes 
• How to combine treatments for faster, more lasting results
• Lifestyle tips to support healing between sessions

➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode!

Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out. 

And connect with @AcuProAcademy on all social media!

 💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else! 

Today, we’re exploring the Large Intestine Meridian—an essential channel in Chinese medicine with 20 acupuncture points that treat everything from constipation and diarrhea to toothaches, skin issues, and even emotional stagnation. 

Whether you’re a student or a seasoned practitioner, this episode will give you a clear, practical review of the Large Intestine channel—its pathway, point functions, and clinical applications. 

Here’s what you’ll learn: 

• Why the Large Intestine channel is most active between 5–7 am and how it supports detox and elimination
• The pathway: starting at LI 1 on the index finger and ending at LI 20 beside the nose—explaining its link to digestion, immunity, and the face
• Key Large Intestine points like LI 4 (Master point for pain & immunity), LI 11 (clears heat & regulates blood), and LI 20 (opens nasal passages)
• How this meridian connects digestion, skin health, and emotional balance—making it one of your most versatile clinical tools

➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode!

Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out. 

And connect with @AcuProAcademy on all social media!

💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else!

Do your patients complain of dizziness, fatigue, poor memory, or insomnia?
In Chinese medicine, these are all signs that may point to Blood Deficiency—one of the most common patterns we see in clinic.

In this episode, I break down everything you need to know about Blood Deficiency: its symptoms, causes, and how to treat it effectively with acupuncture, herbs, and food therapy. Plus, I share a powerful point hack at the end that supercharges your treatments for blood-related conditions.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The essential functions of Blood in TCM and how deficiency shows up in patients
• The most common causes of Blood Deficiency (and what makes it worse over time)
• Acupuncture points, herbal formulas, and food therapy that rebuild and nourish Blood
• A powerful point hack + case story to help you get better results in clinic

➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode!

Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.

And connect with @AcuProAcademy on all social media!

💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else!

Today, we’re exploring one of my favourite (and most overlooked) and key parts of practice: marketing. It’s just as important as your diagnosis skills—and yet, it’s something we’re rarely taught in school.

I teamed up with acupuncture marketing expert Michelle Grasek to share strategies on building a thriving practice without feeling overwhelmed by the business side of acupuncture. 

Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:

• How to market your practice without “selling”—through genuine connection and community
• The foundations of effective marketing: clear messaging, consistency, and patient follow-up
• Why your website should instantly answer: Who are you, what do you treat, and how much does it cost?
• Smart visibility strategies—online and offline—that actually bring patients through your door

➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode!

Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.

And connect with @AcuProAcademy on all social media!

💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else!

Happy Fall, rock stars! In Chinese medicine, Autumn is known as Lung time 🍂

Do you want to better support your patients who deal with Lung pattern issues? Well, a big component is Nutrition.

In this episode, I discuss all things Lung (and a bit of Large Intestine!) Get tools, meal inspiration, and recommendations to elevate your practice and your patients' nutrition, while addressing those all-too-common Lung patterns. Let's go!

Key points covered in this episode:

• TCM Nutrition for the 4  most common TCM Lung Patterns
• How you can align with Fall and this transitional period
• Food recommendations for each Lung pattern
• A personal story on how my life path affects my Lung Qi

BONUS: Address symptoms, emotions, and nutrition recommendations for harmonizing all five-year organ patterns with my FREE TCM Nutrition Guide. Get yours in less than a minute right now👇🏻

➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode!

Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.

And connect with @AcuProAcademy on all social media!

💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else!

If you haven’t heard of Key Reteff, you’ve probably seen him on Instagram as Holistic University—where over 1.5 MILLION people follow his work.

Today, Key joins me on the AcuPro Show to share his powerful journey—from military life to near-death experience to becoming a multi-faceted holistic healer in Guatemala. And he brings an important message for every practitioner and student listening.

Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:

• Key’s life-changing near-death experience and how it transformed his path to healing
• Why he believes intention in needling is even more important than point selection
• How following inner guidance led him to Lake Atitlán, Guatemala
• The creation of Maestro Valley retreat center, where he trains healthcare practitioners

🎧 This conversation is about healing, intuition, and remembering the deeper purpose behind our medicine.

➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode!

Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.

And connect with @AcuProAcademy on all social media!

💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else!

Today, we’re exploring one of the most important channels in Chinese medicine: the Lung Meridian.
With 11 points that treat everything from cough and asthma to sore throat, grief, and even emotional release, knowledge of the Lung meridian is vital for every acupuncture student and practitioner.

Together, we will break down each point’s location, function, and clinical application, plus how the Lung channel connects digestion, immunity, and respiration. Think of this as your go-to Lung meridian review—clear, simple, and packed with clinical gems.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• Why the Lung channel is most active between 3–5 am
• The pathway: starting in the Middle Jiao, connecting digestion and immunity, and ending at the thumb
• Key Lung points—like LU 1 for asthma, LU 5 for cough, LU 7 for immunity, and LU 11 for sore throats and emotional release—and how to use them in clinic
• How the Lung meridian helps address both physical symptoms and psycho-emotional imbalances

🎧 Whether you’re prepping for exams or want to sharpen your clinical skills, this episode will make the Lung meridian crystal clear.

➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode!

Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.

And connect with @AcuProAcademy on all social media!

💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else!

In this episode, we’re shining a light down, down, down into the Lower Jiao.
The topic? Vulvodynia—a painful, often overlooked condition affecting millions of women.

Jennifer Dubowsky, a seasoned acupuncturist from Chicago, shares her deep experience treating this complex issue that rarely gets discussed in Chinese medicine circles.

This episode is a must-listen for practitioners wanting to expand their pelvic health skills and compassionately help women living with chronic pain.

What you’ll learn:

• What vulvodynia is and why it affects up to 16% of women with no clear cause
• The common TCM patterns linked to vulvodynia
• Key acupuncture points, treatment timing, adjunct therapies, and patient resources
• The surprising connection between jaw tension, sinus issues, and pelvic floor dysfunction
• Practical strategies to better support patients dealing with this sensitive condition

➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode!

Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.

And connect with @AcuProAcademy on all social media!

💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else!

Ready for another real-life case study?
Today, I’m walking you through one of my patient cases of a woman in her late 20s dealing with chronic PMS, tension headaches, mood swings, and digestive issues.

You’ll hear exactly how I approached her initial consultation, how I made my diagnosis using key TCM frameworks, and how we completely resolved her symptoms…in just two months!

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• How I use the 8 Principles, 4 Vital Substances, Zang-Fu, and 5 Elements to pinpoint the root cause
• How Liver Qi Stagnation and Stomach Heat create distinct symptom patterns
• My exact treatment plan: points, herbs, and easy diet tweaks
• How to apply these clinical insights to your own practice for real results

➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode!

Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.

And connect with @AcuProAcademy on all social media!