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This is our blog section where people like you can learn more about what we treat and why we treat certain conditions the way we do. We love to look at research and apply that to all our treatment approaches.


Breaking New Ground: Dry Needling & Acupuncture for Vestibulodynia
Evidence-Based Relief for Chronic Pelvic Pain in Asheville If you're experiencing burning, stinging pain at the vaginal opening that makes intimacy difficult or impossible, you're not alone, and more importantly, effective treatment options exist. Groundbreaking research published in 2025 demonstrates that dry needling can provide significant relief for provoked vestibulodynia (PVD), a chronic pain condition affecting up to 16% of women during their reproductive years. At Sou

Dr. Autum Kirgan
Jan 148 min read
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Fertility Acupuncture in Asheville, NC: Evidence-Based Support for Your Conception Journey
In this blog I talk about why, when, and how's of fertility acupuncture. I also discuss the collaborative approach Dr. Britta and I take with all our fertility patients in our TEAM Fertility program.

Dr. Autum Kirgan
Dec 13, 202511 min read
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Taming Holiday Stress: An Asheville Acupuncturist's Guide to Calm and Centering
The holidays are meant to be a time of joy and celebration. But for many people in Asheville and beyond, they can feel like a whirlwind of obligations, family dynamics, and endless to-do lists. Growing up in a home filled with quite a bit of drama and stress, I know firsthand how overstimulating this season can be. As an acupuncturist with 16 years of experience helping patients manage stress and anxiety in Asheville, NC, I've witnessed how the holidays can ramp up our bodies

Michael Johnson L.Ac
Dec 13, 20254 min read
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