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Ancient Medicine for the Modern Day

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Understanding Chinese Medicine

Learn valuable information about ancient Chinese medicine and how it can help you with your chronic and acute health issues.

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Can TCM Help With Trauma?

What is Trauma? Lots of people have experienced some type of trauma in their lifetime. For each person, the recovery and influence of that trauma varies. Trauma can be emotional or physical - but the unifying factor is that it is lasting and painful. Some intense...

How I learned to love winter again | Acupuncture for Seasonal Depression

I've done my best to love winter. I participate in every winter activity I can find. Snowshoeing, crosscountry skiing, snowboarding, sledding, etc. I also have a fondness for hot toddys, cozy socks, and fireplaces. I usually love winter for the first few months. The...

Case Study | Acupuncture as Treatment for Holiday Overindulgence

The following is a case study for a Female, age 24 who was experiencing reactions from overindulgence during the holidays. The patient is happy, outgoing, and very social. Since this year she was unable to reunite with family and friends in person, she planned a...

Chinese Medicine Saved My Life | Treatment for Depression & Suicidal Thoughts

My family has a long history of untreated depression. It is very likely that many of my family members have considered suicide without ever admitting it to anyone - and I was no exception. It took a great deal of vulnerability for me to finally own up to my depression...

The Seasonality of Wellness | Prepping for Flu Season with Chinese Medicine

Failing to plan is the same as planning to fail. The predictability of flu season has been infinitely complicated by the COVID epidemic that we are facing today. In this instance, prevention may be the best cure to avoid unnecessary self-quarantine or dealing with the...

Bozeman, are you ready for Flu Season?

The beauty of Chinese medicine is their remarkable way of approaching the body as an entire system. We all thrive our best when we work well not only within ourselves but with the world around us. Traditional Chinese Medicine provides an avenue to not only discover...

Acupuncture for Pregnancy: A Brief Guide

Acupuncture is a safe and effective medicine that can be used through any stage of pregnancy, from troubleshooting fertility issues to dealing with postpartum care. It is important that you fully understand why and when to use acupuncture as a care routine for your...

Chinese New Year

Several weeks after we ring in the American New Year, we get to set the celebration wheels turning once again for the festive Chinese New Year. You may have heard about Chinese New Year but it comes with a whole set of exciting traditions and interesting predictions....

5 Ways to Fight Winter Depression with Chinese Medicine

With so much to celebrate in the New Year, why do Missoulians find themselves struggling against seasonal depression each January? Seasonal Affective Disorder, also known as seasonal depression, is a common problem with many people enduring the hazy winters of...

Chinese Herbal Medicine | Winter Wind

Winter has come early to Missoula this year. And with the cold, many people are suddenly feeling more tired and drained than usual – and who wants to feel that way with all of the fun winter activities that lie ahead? The ancient Chinese believed that we should live...

Dry Needling vs. Acupuncture

We often get questions at our clinic about whether we offer dry needling and/or if dry needling is the same as acupuncture. Dry Needling, also known as intramuscular stimulation (IMS) seems very similar to acupuncture on the surface; however, there are key differences...

What is Community Acupuncture?

At Good Medicine, we offer community-based acupuncture. We often get questions about what this means and how it makes us different from other acupuncture clinics. Here are some of the key differences between private acupuncture and community acupuncture services....

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Hydrating After Your Massage or Acupuncture

You'll hear it from us no matter why you're visiting: "Drink lots and lots of water today." But why do we stress hydrating after your massage or acupuncture session? There are plenty of great reasons to keep your water bottle near by after your visit with us. You're...

Why We Recommend CBD During and After Your Massage

In addition to aromatherapy based massage oils, Good Medicine also offers massage using CBD-based products to enhance your massage session. Why? Because we have found CBD to be an effective anti-inflammatory with powerfully healing properties. It is an excellent...

The Practice of Self Care | Massage as a Medicine

Many of our patients come in routinely. Many of them don't explicitly need massage as a physical therapy. They aren't suffering from an acute injury. They don't have chronic pain. In general, they're in fairly good health. So, why do they seek out massage as a regular...

Case Study – Acupuncture & Massage for Motorcycle Accident

Car accidents are some of the most traumatic experiences we can encounter both physically and mentally. Motorcycle accidents, in particular, leave most of the body exposed to the impact. Without the safety of a seat belt or the protective cover of the vehicle itself,...

Types of Massage Therapy

Our Missoula massage clinic offers a variety of massage styles. Each type of massage is beneficial for specific aches, pains, or relaxation goals. Here are a few of the types of massage that we offer at Good Medicine. Thai MassageSpontaneous Muscle Release Technique –...

Case Study – Athletic Recovery

Good Medicine Case Study #1 Massage & Acupuncture for Chronic PainIn early 2018, a patient named Luke came into the clinic with both chronic and acute pain in the lower back and hip region. His pain was so severe that he was unable to run, bend over, or stretch...

Massage Therapy for Chronic Pain

What does chronic pain look like to you? Could it be that recurring migraine that has plagued you for months? Perhaps an achy joint that only flares up occasionally? What about that tense shoulder that you've grown so accustomed to that it has become your new normal?...

Thai Massage FAQs

Thai massage is a dynamic approach of working through the layers of the body to increase movement and decrease pain. Your Thai massage therapist may use a variety of tools and techniques during any given session such as compressions, stretches, point work, Thai...

Lomi Lomi – The Beautiful, Hawaiian Healing Massage You’ve Probably Never Heard Of

It may surprise you how many different styles of massage there are. From the commonly practiced and clinical Swedish deep tissue massage to the deeply spiritual Reiki healing, you can discover a new subtlety to the art depending on where you are in the world. Lomi...

What is cupping?

To put it simply, cupping is an ancient Chinese therapy that targets areas of inflammation to reduce pain. But I’m sure you’re wondering: how does it work and why does it leave such weird marks on the body? Cupping can be classified into three different styles: dry...

East Asian Bodywork | Meridian-Based Shiatsu Massage

What is East Asian Bodywork? East Asian Bodywork is a meridian-based massage technique derived from the Japanese style of massage, Shiatsu. East Asian Bodywork targets the meridian system within the body. In Chinese Medicine, meridians are passages that carry life...

Self Care at Home | Stretches to Relieve Common Pains

Amid the COVID-19 turmoil, it's hard to keep perspective and stay focused on your own self-care. When massage and acupuncture clinics are closed, you may be missing out on the essential routines of keeping your body health and happy. That's why Good Medicine put...

What to do BEFORE your prenatal massage | Missoula Prenatal Massage

It can be a wonderful experience for both you and your baby to receive a gentle, relaxing prenatal massage. Before you come in for your appointment, there are a few things you should do to properly prepare for your massage. Talk to Your Doctor Before coming to your...

Case Studies

Case Study | Acupuncture as Treatment for Holiday Overindulgence

Case Study – Acupuncture & Massage for Motorcycle Accident

Case Study – Acupuncture for Sciatic Pain

A male patient came in to the clinic complaining of severe lower back pain. He was in his early 60's and worked a desk job for many years. Recently, the pain had become so significant that he was struggling to work. He was diagnosed with sciatica and neuropathy. He...

Case Study – Athletic Recovery

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