This year has been packed with a lot of education for me and new treatment options for you. I always enjoy learning and finding more healing solutions to add to my toolbox. The three new additions I learned about this past year are the Soliman Auricular Allergy Technique (SAAT), Electro-Acupuncture Medicine, and Auricular Trauma Release. If you have been keeping up with the newsletters you will have heard of, and maybe experienced, the first two. And, there is something new in the works that you will learn more about in the next issue of the newsletter, in early March: Auricular Medicine, which is briefly described below. 

Soliman Auricular Allergy Technique

I have now practiced SAAT for a little over a year. I have been thrilled at how effectively this method can treat allergies. I find that people who have intense symptoms caused by only a few substances have the fastest, most amazing results. People who have a high allergic load, i.e., they are allergic to many different things, tend to take more time and more sessions, but can also get good relief. The treatment consists of tiny, intra-dermal needles retained in the ear for three to four weeks. 

This method works great for treating Alpha Gal Syndrome and Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS). Both of these syndromes are very disruptive to daily life, and it is a true joy to be able to help people get their lives back. 

You can jump to past issues to learn more about SAAT, Alpha Gal Syndrome  and MCAS.

Electro-Acupuncture Medicine

Electro-Acupuncture Medicine has been a great addition to my practice and my personal life. I find that it is very effective at treating pain, stress, anxiety, and low energy. Having better energy also means your cells and organs are working better, which means better overall health and vitality. I’ve had a lifelong struggle with low energy and have been relieved to move through my days more easily and with more enjoyment since adding this method to my healthcare regimen.

One way to get the benefit of this treatment at home is with the Blood Electrification Treatment. Red Clover Clinic stocks a small piece of equipment that allows you to treat yourself daily. Regular use really boosts energy, cellular function, the immune system, circulation, detoxification, and reduces stress hormones. 

See these past issues to learn more about Electro-Acupuncture Medicine and Blood Electrification Treatment.

Auricular Trauma Release

During the fall, I attended two Auricular Trauma Release (ATR) seminars offered by the Canadian Institute of Auricular Medicine, the organization from which I have received all of my German auricular medicine training. In 2020, I attended their training on treating traumas of the soul, which is effective, but a more complicated approach to treating trauma. Since then, Dave Maybee, the primary instructor, has developed a more accessible, straightforward approach that is easily integrated into regular auricular treatments. 

ATR consists of efficient ways to calm the body and promote healing from trauma by applying the concepts of Polyvagal Theory. Polyvagal Theory focuses on how the autonomic nervous system regulates our health and behavior. This understanding helps guide the practitioner on which auricular points to check for  electrical activity. Only active points are treated, making each treatment very client-specific. 

What’s to come?

In October, I returned to Rockville, MD, for more training from Dr. Soliman, from whom I learned the SAAT protocol. This seminar was focused on learning his method of Auricular Medicine (AM). This method uses the body’s electromagnetic field to assess the body’s state of health and determine what underlying factors are causing illness. The treatment is focused primarily on taking a series of bioenergetic remedies and auricular (ear) acupuncture. AM focuses on detoxifying the organs at the cellular level and stabilizing the immune system, which allows the body to restore normal function and heal itself. 

AM is particularly effective at addressing chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, pain, psycho-emotional disorders, chronic Lyme disease, MCAS, allergies, and more. I hope this got your attention and that you’ll be interested to learn more in the next newsletter.

All of us at Red Clover Clinic appreciate you, our clients, and wish you a healthy and happy 2025. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Marie's Body of Knowledge

Winter's short and cold days are upon us. During spring, summer, and fall it seems easier to stay active and get up and get moving. In the winter, it seems easier to curl up, stay warm, and hibernate—patiently or impatiently.

Even during winter’s short, cold days, it is important to stay active and keep moving. Some people head off to use their health club membership that has been dormant for months. Others can’t bear to go out and face the snow, ice, cold temperatures, and darkness.

The human body craves movement for overall health and wellbeing. Movement helps improve blood flow to all parts of the body especially the heart, brain, lungs, joints, and muscles. It helps stimulate and improve digestion, overall energy, and mood.

It is possible to accomplish healthy benefits without leaving the house just by moving through “many small moments” throughout the day. If you’ve been sitting for an hour, it’s time to get up and get moving. Sitting has been dubbed the new smoking due to the negative effects on the body.

In taking the opportunity to capitalize on “many small moments,“ choose a different activity every hour and move for a few minutes. Walk up and down the stairs a few times. Sit to stand from the chair 10 times. Stand and do giant arm circles and snow angels with your arms. Walk up and down all the hallways for a few minutes. Stand and march in place. Have a dance party for a few minutes. Do wall or floor push ups. Do ten minutes of yoga on a free yoga app. Or, simply knock out a load of laundry, unload the dishwasher, or vacuum.

If “many small moments” feels unattainable due to aches and pains or you experience joint or muscle pain performing activity, seek the help of a physical therapist to get moving comfortably. The next thing you know it will be spring and your body will be ready to roll for outdoor activities!

Thank you and farewell to Roberta!

I’m sad to announce that Roberta Benson, our much-loved bodyworker, will be leaving us at the end of January. She has been working out of Red Clover Clinic for nearly seven years. We will miss her, as will many of you. 

Nobody will ever replace Roberta, but we are looking for a new bodyworker. If anyone reading this knows of someone who might like to work out of our office and would be a good fit, please get in touch. You can simply reply to this email.