In traditional acupuncture practice, locating and inserting needles at the “correct” acupoint (in location, orientation, depth) relies heavily on anatomical knowledge, palpation, and practitioner experience. Novices must learn via repetition, observation, and “feeling their way” over time. But what if technology could help “see beneath the skin” and provide real-time guidance? That is the central idea behind Mixed Reality + Imaging-Guided Acupuncture, sometimes specifically termed MRUCT (Mixed Reality Assistance for Acupuncture Guided by Ultrasonic Computed Tomography).

Sports Acupuncturist Crystal shares her itinerary on the Nootka Trail. Read on for more advice for tackling this incredible hike!

Sports Acupuncturist Crystal shares her adventures on the Nootka Trail. Read on for more advice for tackling this incredible hike!

We are all in a hurry to get to that next trail! However, us hikers and backpackers are are guilty (at one time or another) for failing to engage in a proper dynamic warm-up.

Warming up your (epic strong) muscles and soft tissues (not the kind you cry into) prior to hiking and backpacking is extremely important for injury prevention. Muscle, tendon, and ligament strains, sprains, and tears are less likely to occur when the body is warmed up.

Let’s take a look and see 7 warm-up exercises for hiking!