Traditional Chinese medicine has been used for centuries to treat different ailments naturally. Chinese medicine has been used to treat a wide variety of conditions, focusing on the root cause, to heal and not just treat symptoms. At Seasons in Our Life, Dr. Durana has years of experience in Chinese medicine Bethesda MD to help ... Read More
There was a time when acupuncture was something that very few people had any knowledge of and most had little desire to learn more about the seemingly mysterious service. Now acupuncture has moved into mainstream medicine, and its benefits have become a topic of regular conversation. There have been numerous studies undertaken to validate the ... Read More
Americans spend a great deal of money dealing with back pain. It has been estimated that over $37 billion is spent annually for the care of back pain along with another $19.8 billion incurred from losses in production and work hours. A recent study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine (May, 2009) looked at ... Read More
Carlos Durana Ph.D., M.Ac. practices acupuncture in Reston, Virginia, Bethesda, Maryland and in Washington D.C. As we age, our postures worsen, our muscles and the fascia that binds them become shorter and tighter.These patterns create weaknesses, reduce our mobility and range of motion, and cause compensations that increase the risk of injuries. There are many ... Read More
Carlos Durana Ph.D., M.Ac. practices acupuncture in Reston, Virginia, Bethesda, Maryland and in Washington D.C. Menopause is a natural transitional period in a woman’s life. As the body tries to adjust to decreasing amounts of estrogen, symptoms arise. Varying from mild to severe, these may include hot flashes, night sweats, fatigue, mood swings, vaginal dryness, ... Read More
Carlos Durana Ph.D., M.Ac. practices acupuncture in Washington D.C., Reston, Virginia, and in Bethesda, Maryland. When Kobe Bryant tweets a picture of acupuncture needles in his leg, you know it’s time to consider how acupuncture and Oriental medicine can help improve your sports performance. All athletes and coaches are involved in an ongoing search for ... Read More
Carlos Durana Ph.D., M.Ac. practices acupuncture in Reston, Virginia, Bethesda, Maryland and in Washington D.C. Repetitive stress injuries such as carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) are responsible for the highest number of days lost in work related injuries. Carpal tunnel injuries account for over two-million visits to physician’s offices; it is estimated that there are about ... Read More
Carlos Durana, PhD., M.Ac. practices acupuncture in Reston, Bethesda and Washington D.C. In the last forty years, science has made great strides in understanding the connection between acupuncture and pain. Specifically, research has focused on the effects of acupuncture, especially where pain and analgesics are concerned. Traditional Chinese views of acupuncture suggest the existence of ... Read More
Carlos Durana Ph.D., M.Ac. practices acupuncture in Reston, Virginia, Bethesda, Maryland and in Washington D.C. Making important changes in our lives can sometimes be more difficult than we think. To make lasting changes occur, we need to see the steps it takes to get to the goal, not just the single decision to act. Making ... Read More
Carlos Durana Ph.D., M.Ac. practices acupuncture in Reston, Virginia, Bethesda, Maryland and in Washington D.C. Millions of people suffer from migraines daily. A migraine headache is a severe pain which may be experienced on one or both sides of the head. Some may experience sensitivity to sound, light and feelings of nausea, or vomiting. Acupuncture ... Read More
