acupuncture

We can become so accustomed to poor sleep, muscle tension, fatigue or everyday aches that we stop remembering what it feels like to feel truly well. Acupuncture and Chinese medicine offer a different way of paying attention to these signals — not simply waiting for something to go wrong, but considering how we might feel when our bodies have a chance to settle, recover and function more comfortably.

Are You Really Feeling Well — or Have You Just Gotten Used to Feeling “Okay”?

Dennis 'Kaz' Kasunic LAc | Forest Park Wellness If someone asked you how you were feeling today, what would you say? “I'm good.” It's an automatic answer for most of us. But what if you paused for a moment before answering and really checked in with yourself? How is your stress level? How are your [...]

Acupuncture Heals: Listening to What Your Body Has to Tell You

Dennis "Kaz" Kasunic LAc | Forest Park Wellness One of the things I enjoy most about practicing acupuncture is that no two days are ever exactly alike. Every patient has a different story, different experiences, and different goals for their health. Even so, I often notice patterns. As the seasons change, certain concerns seem to [...]
Summer is the perfect time to get outside and enjoy the activities you love—but increased activity can also lead to strains, sprains, and overuse injuries. Discover how acupuncture may help reduce pain, support recovery, improve mobility, and keep active adults moving throughout the season.

Why Recreational Athletes Are Turning to Acupuncture for Faster Recovery

Dennis "Kaz" Kasunic LAc | Forest Park Wellness The Pacific Northwest was practically built for people who love being active. As soon as the weather improves, trails fill with runners, roads fill with cyclists, pickleball courts come alive, and disc golfers, hikers, paddlers, and volleyball players head outdoors to enjoy the season. But every year, [...]
Weather-related symptoms are more common than many people realize. Changes in barometric pressure can influence joint tissues and trigger headaches. High humidity can make heat feel more intense while reducing the body’s ability to cool itself efficiently. Cold weather can tighten muscles, increase stiffness, and affect circulation. Even changes in sunlight exposure can influence sleep patterns, mood, and energy levels.

Finding Balance When the Weather Can’t Make Up Its Mind

Changing weather patterns can affect everything from headaches and joint pain to sleep, mood, and energy levels, often leaving people feeling out of balance. Discover how acupuncture and Chinese medicine support the body’s natural ability to adapt, helping you stay resilient through Portland’s unpredictable seasonal transitions.

Small Practices That Build Resilience

Restore Peace with Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine

Dennis 'Kaz' Kasunic, LAc | Forest Park Wellness Many people today are carrying a level of tension that goes beyond the usual pressures of work and family life. Political division, economic uncertainty, rising costs, and the constant stream of troubling news can create a background hum of anxiety that never fully shuts off. Even when [...]

What New Research on the Interstitium Reveals About Acupuncture and Fascia

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Starting acupuncture treatments a few weeks before allergy season begins allows the body to regulate ahead of time.

Acupuncture and Cupping: Your best allies for allergy relief

Dennis 'Kaz' Kasunic LAc | Forest Park Wellness There’s a familiar rhythm to spring in the Pacific Northwest. The days stretch out, everything turns green again—and somewhere in the background, a chorus of sneezes quietly ramps up. For many people, allergy season doesn’t arrive all at once. It builds. A little congestion here, a scratchy [...]
Brain fog doesn’t usually arrive all at once. It tends to creep in quietly—misplaced keys, forgotten names, a moment of walking into a room and losing your train of thought.

Is It Just Brain Fog? How Acupuncture Supports Cognitive Health

Dennis 'Kaz' Kasunic, LAc | Forest Park Wellness Brain fog doesn’t usually arrive all at once. It tends to creep in quietly—misplaced keys, forgotten names, a moment of walking into a room and losing your train of thought. For many people, these small lapses raise a bigger question: Is this just stress… or something more? [...]
travel can be hard on the body. Changes in routine, time zones, diet, and environment can disrupt everything from digestion to sleep to emotional balance. The good news? Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), including acupuncture and herbal support, offers a surprisingly effective way to prepare for—and recover from—those disruptions.

Travel Well, Feel Better: How Acupuncture Supports Your Adventures

Dennis "Kaz" Kasunic | Forest Park Wellness Summer has a way of calling us outward—toward road trips, flights, unfamiliar foods, and long-awaited getaways. And while the spirit is often ready for the journey, the body doesn’t always cooperate. At Forest Park Wellness, Dennis “Kaz” Kasunic regularly works with patients who are excited to travel… but [...]
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