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:

Massage Therapy Helps Common Side Effect of Painkillers

December 12th, 2013

Discover why massage therapy is ideal for addressing the most prevalent side effect from medications dispensed within pain management settings.

Peripheral Artery Disease for Bodyworkers

October 10th, 2013

Affecting 8.5 million Americans, peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a vascular disease most healthcare professionals are likely to encounter. A circulation disorder where narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to the limbs, PAD typically affects the lower limbs causing leg pain when walking. Find out the signs and symptoms, risk factors, suggested lifestyle modifications, as well as how massage therapy can significantly reduce a sufferer’s symptoms.

Is Your Compassion for Clients Healthy?

September 6th, 2013

A requisite for embarking on the career path of massage therapy is the innate desire to help people. While compassion is necessary to be a bodyworker, there is an important distinction between healthful and unhealthful compassion.

A Massage Therapist’s Guide to Constipation

July 30th, 2013

When a healthy diet and exercise do not successfully relieve constipation for your clients, learn which massage techniques you can use to help relax their abdomen, reduce their discomfort, and encourage regular defecation.

Aromatherapy Massage for Alopecia Areata

July 8th, 2013

The purposeful application of human touch alone may lessen the psychological distress of alopecia areata. Discover how bodyworkers with training in aromatherapy can turn a massage for alopecia areata into an especially therapeutic session.

Are You Poised for Greater Insurance Coverage?

June 3rd, 2013

Even though a majority of massage therapists are not yet familiar with CAQH, those who are a part of this nationwide credentialing system have an advantage for the future.

Male Massage Therapist Bias

May 10th, 2013

By understanding why many people request working with female therapists, male bodyworkers can be proactive in leveling out the bodywork gender bias.

Fostering Relationships Between Physicians and Massage Therapists

April 18th, 2013

By using these five suggestions for approaching medical professionals, massage therapists can cultivate valuable relationships with their local physicians.

The Transition from Clinician to Healer

March 22nd, 2013

When bodyworkers obtain mastery of their profession, they are deemed a healer. Most bodyworkers strive for this aptitude level – however few know how to transition into this role.