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Introducing Life After Impact: The Concussion Recovery Podcast
We are thrilled to announce the launch of Life After Impact: The Concussion Recovery Podcast , co-hosted by Dr. Ayla Wolf and Sophia...

Dr. Ayla Wolf DAOM, L.Ac., Dipl OM
Mar 192 min read


Breathe Easy This Allergy Season with Our Help!
Acupuncture is a powerful tool in reducing inflammation, regulating the immune system, and promoting better respiratory health.

Dr. Ayla Wolf DAOM, L.Ac., Dipl OM
Mar 192 min read


Mitochondrial Dysfunction - Fueling Long COVID Symptoms
One of the most important pieces of the long COVID puzzle lies in how the virus messes with mitochondria, the "power plants" of our cells.

Dr. Ayla Wolf DAOM, L.Ac., Dipl OM
Nov 15, 20246 min read


Three Distinct Mechanisms in Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome
In this post we will discuss the difference between Neurogenic POTS, Hypovolemic POTS, and Hyperadrenergic POTS.

Dr. Ayla Wolf DAOM, L.Ac., Dipl OM
Nov 4, 20245 min read


Finding Relief from Bell’s Palsy at Healing Response Acupuncture & Functional Neurology
Bell’s Palsy can be a sudden and distressing condition, often leaving those affected with facial paralysis, discomfort, and a sense of helpl

Dr. Ayla Wolf DAOM, L.Ac., Dipl OM
Sep 16, 20242 min read


Elevating Performance: How Olympic Athletes Use Acupuncture
In the quest for peak performance, athletes constantly seek out the most effective ways to enhance their training, recovery, and overall...

Dr. Ayla Wolf DAOM, L.Ac., Dipl OM
Jun 30, 20243 min read


Contributing Factors to Brain Fog
Brain fog is one of many cognitive symptoms commonly experienced people report following a TBI. Traumatic brain injuries are highly complex

Dr. Ayla Wolf DAOM, L.Ac., Dipl OM
Feb 25, 20244 min read


What is Orthopedic Bodywork?
Orthopedic Massage, and the way I perform it, is what I like to call “therapeutic bodywork” that stands out as a specialized approach...

Jason Lee
Feb 22, 20244 min read


The Best Forms of Magnesium for The Brain
Magnesium L-threonate is a form of magnesium that has been shown to be effective in increasing the magnesium concentration in the brain.

Dr. Ayla Wolf DAOM, L.Ac., Dipl OM
Feb 21, 20245 min read


Surviving the Scorch: The Importance of Kidney Function in Heat Stroke
As summer temperatures soar, the heat becomes more than just a matter of comfort; it can pose serious health risks, with heatstroke being...

Dr. Ayla Wolf DAOM, L.Ac., Dipl OM
Feb 20, 20244 min read


Dysautonomia: Historical Perspectives from Chinese Medicine
What do the following have in common: insomnia, pain, fevers, digestive complaints, anxiety, tachycardia, poor breathing patterns, paresthe

Dr. Ayla Wolf DAOM, L.Ac., Dipl OM
Jan 31, 20244 min read


Podcast: Living with Chronic Head Pain
Meet Dr. Ayla Wolf – a leader in her industry and powerhouse brick and mortar business owner.

Dr. Ayla Wolf DAOM, L.Ac., Dipl OM
Jan 26, 20243 min read


Dizziness or Vertigo? Why it Matters
Dizziness versus vertigo, important for proper diagnosis.

Dr. Ayla Wolf DAOM, L.Ac., Dipl OM
Jan 26, 20241 min read


Concussions, Pain, the Parietal Lobe and Acupuncture
Why injuries that occur at the time of the concussion, or pre-existing injuries can turn into chronic pain following concussions

Dr. Ayla Wolf DAOM, L.Ac., Dipl OM
Jan 26, 20241 min read


Acupuncture and Telemedicine?!?
How can acupuncturists provide telemedicine? Watch this short video to find out! In this video: Why I don’t like the term...

Dr. Ayla Wolf DAOM, L.Ac., Dipl OM
Jan 26, 20241 min read


Concussions & Traumatic Neck Injuries
Dr. Ayla Wolf discusses the overlapping symptoms between concussions and traumatic neck injuries, which often occur together.

Dr. Ayla Wolf DAOM, L.Ac., Dipl OM
Jan 19, 20241 min read


5 Ways Acupuncture Aids in Concussion Recovery
Acupuncture has a regulatory, or modulatory effect on a person’s physiology and is a great tool that can be used as part of a concussion rec

Dr. Ayla Wolf DAOM, L.Ac., Dipl OM
Jan 12, 20242 min read


Concussions, Post-traumatic Headaches and Migraines
In this Video: 0.26: Problems with misdiagnosing post-traumatic headaches as migraines 1:10: Why this misdiagnosis occurs 1:57: ...

Dr. Ayla Wolf DAOM, L.Ac., Dipl OM
Dec 1, 20231 min read


Clinical Trial Opportunity: Acupuncture for Individuals with Myasthenia Gravis
Healing Response Acupuncture & Functional Neurology is collaborating with the HealthPartners Neuroscience Center in a new clinical trial on

Dr. Ayla Wolf DAOM, L.Ac., Dipl OM
Oct 10, 20232 min read


Long-Covid Symptoms Explained
The difficulty about naming this experience long-COVID however, is that the name does not convey the huge degree of variation between people

Dr. Ayla Wolf DAOM, L.Ac., Dipl OM
Oct 3, 20235 min read
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