Why Dry Needling & Medical Acupuncture Aren't What You Think

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The Original Medicine Podcast

MG McCullough

13 episodes

3 days ago

If you didn't know that Traditional Chinese Medicine was created in the 1950's, you're going to want to listen in. On this podcast, we're going to talk about the acupuncture they don't teach us in school & why it's the key to root cause healing. Millions of people across the world benefit from TCM--the modern form of acupuncture--but for many others, it offers only symptom management. In this show, learn how what's missing from TCM could be the key to getting better results, whether you're a patient or a practitioner. A rising tide floats all boats, and that's the goal of this podcast!

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Why Dry Needling & Medical Acupuncture Aren't What You Think

The Original Medicine Podcast

22 minutes 26 seconds

1 month ago

Why Dry Needling & Medical Acupuncture Aren't What You Think

In this episode of The Original Medicine Podcast, Dr. MG McCullough opens up a vital conversation about the differences between physical therapy, dry needling, medical acupuncture, and true acupuncture as rooted in Classical Chinese Medicine.

You’ll learn why it’s not just about inserting needles—but about how, why, and with what understanding they are inserted. MG unpacks what makes acupuncture a complete diagnostic system, why training matters, and how the integrity of Chinese medicine is often misunderstood—or unintentionally diluted—when techniques are adopted without the full context of the medicine.

This is a must-listen if you’re passionate about preserving the depth of Chinese medicine while advocating for patient safety, respect for lineage, and truly informed healthcare choices.

Themes:

00:00 – Welcome + Why This Conversation Matters

02:12 – The Rise of Dry Needling: What's Missing?

05:48 – Defining Acupuncture as a Holistic Diagnostic System

10:05 – Training Matters: Medical Acupuncture vs. Classical Acupuncture

13:44 – The Dangers of Incomplete Training: Pneumothorax, Chronic Issues & More

18:30 – Why Patients Deserve the Full Medicine

22:00 – Closing Reflections + Resources

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