Nicole Cutler, L.Ac., MTCM, Dipl. Ac. (NCCAOM)®

Nicole Cutler, L.Ac., MTCM is a long time advocate of integrating perspectives on health. With a Bachelor's degree in Neuroscience from the University of Rochester and a Master's degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine from Five Branches Institute, Nicole has been a licensed acupuncturist since 2000. She has gathered acupuncture licenses in the states of California and New York, is a certified specialist with the National Acupuncture Detoxification Association, has earned diplomat status with the National Commission of Chinese and Oriental Medicine in Acupuncture and Chinese Herbology and is a member of the Society for Integrative Oncology. In addition to her acupuncture practice that focuses on stress and pain relief, digestion, immunity and oncology, Nicole contributes to the integration of healthcare by writing articles for professional massage therapists and people living with liver disease.

Here are my most recent posts:

Five Common Concerns of a First Time Massage Client

June 23rd, 2010

Being in tune with a first time client’s apprehension about massage can immediately escalate his or her comfort level during the massage therapy session.

Bodyworker’s Pearl: The Jaw and Hip Connection

June 22nd, 2010

Backed by a variety of medical traditions that confirm the hip and jaw’s connectivity, learn how bodyworkers can confidently utilize this knowledge for clients affected by pain in one of these regions.

Herpes Mandates Universal Precautions

May 20th, 2010

A large percentage of adults have genital herpes. While genital herpes is classified as a sexually transmitted disease, there is considerable confusion regarding its impact on a massage therapy practice.

Bodywork for Quitting Cocaine

April 29th, 2010

More and more bodyworkers are being recruited to work in a variety of health-inspired settings, including drug treatment programs. By being familiar with the plight of cocaine addiction and withdrawal, massage therapists are more qualified for the surprisingly rewarding job of helping people quit cocaine.

Crossing Over from Symptom Relief Into Holistic Healing

April 27th, 2010

By asking about physical woes and attempting to deliver symptom relief, many massage therapists practice just like allopathic doctors do. However, bodyworkers are in an ideal position to go beyond mere symptom relief by adding a holistic healing dimension to their work.

Arthritis Alert for Bodyworkers: Caution With Avascular Necrosis

March 31st, 2010

Although the pain and inflammation of arthritis can generally be helped with massage therapy, various types of bodywork can actually hurt someone with avascular necrosis, a serious condition that can lead to arthritis.

Four Tips to Help Prevent Back Injury Reoccurrence

March 30th, 2010

On top of being able to help relieve a client’s back pain, find out some suggestions that massage therapists can offer on how to prevent it from happening again.

Educating Clients About the Perils of High Heels

March 29th, 2010

Despite defining the fashion industry for decades, high heels can be problematic for people who wear them. Learn why high heels are the cause of many chronic pain ailments.

What Massage Therapists Should Know About the Q Angle

February 24th, 2010

Although massage therapists typically don’t measure the Q angle, it’s important to understand its definition, normal range and potential implications.

A Refresher on Pernicious Anemia for Bodyworkers

February 23rd, 2010

People can live with anemia for years before being diagnosed and consequently receiving treatment. If bodyworkers can recognize a potential case of pernicious anemia, a swift referral can prompt an evaluation – and potentially get clients the help they need.