Pregnancy and Acupuncture: A Note from Kim

In a year full of milestones, it’s safe to say that for a lot of us, none of our plans for 2020 went according to plan. For me, a year that’s been arguably tainted by the pandemic was also the year...

Immunity: TCM approved lifestyle and food recommendations and get your through winter

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the body’s Wei Qi (natural defense system) is the first protective layer that defends the body against external pathogens as well every-day stressors.  In order to ...

Winter Transition

According to the 5 elements of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Winter represents the Water element and is associated with the Kidney-Bladder organ system. This is also a time to hardness the Yin ener...

ORA’s Holiday Guide

The perfect gift for everyone on your list. ORA is here for the healing this holiday season. Our experts have curated a few gift sets for you to add to your secret stash. Designed to boost immunity...

TCM Perspective on Autumn

Autumn has officially arrived. And as the colder weather starts to kick in, it’s time to talk about tips for a healthy fall.  This season is ruled by the element of metal, meaning that the fall sea...

ORA @ Home

Hey Hamptons. Feel better without leaving the pool chair. You can now have our premium, personalized acupuncture treatments in the comfort and privacy of your own home. With everything going on, we...

What is Libido?

How is libido connected to Eastern medicine? Meridians/channels of the body? Energy or chi? Libido refers to our natural feel-good state, the one that catapults us into remembering who we are and i...

#WFH Tips

Working from home is a different experience for most of us—and our bodies, just like us, are adjusting to our new environments.  Whether you’re emailing from your home office or taking Zoom calls f...

Acupuncture vs. Acupressure FAQs

What’s the difference between acupuncture and acupressure? Acupuncture involves the insertion of needles into specific points in the body by a licensed acupuncturist. Acupressure uses firm pressure...

COVID-19 Safety Protocol

Say hello to more mellow. Plus new protocols for sanitary safety.    Dear ORA Community, Balance is a benefit many of us need now more than ever, and we are thrilled to announce that ORA will reope...

ORA With Friends

For your weekend plans: ORA With Friends Spend time disconnecting—by connecting with friends, family, or co-workers. Choose from fun (and healing) session options: ORA in the Kitchen: Get TCM...

VIRTUAL SESSION FAQS

What’s the difference between a Virtual Consultation and a Virtual Session? A virtual consultation is a free 15 minute conversation with one of our acupuncturists to answer any questions you might ...

Let’s Get Virtual

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT A VIRTUAL SESSION At ORA, we believe everyone deserves to feel their best. Which is why we’re extending our offerings to wherever you may be. Whether you need an i...

Using Acupressure to Calm the Mind, Relieve Stress and Improve Sleep

Looking to feel calm, soothe the mind, treat a headache and improve sleep? Acupressure can be an effective way to get some of the benefits of acupuncture when you aren’t able to come in to ORA for ...

Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine for Immunity

Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine are all about bringing balance between our physical body and emotions (yin and yang). When we are in balance our immune system can fend off illness. We ...

Staying Grounded and Centered During Quarantine

Feeling stressed during quarantine? We’ve all heard about the negative effects of stress on our health. In times of crisis, it’s even more important to stay grounded and centered. It’s easier said ...

Tonics to Boost Your Respiratory Health

Now that you know how important it is to improve your respiratory health to fight off viruses—we’re sharing a few recipes to help. See below for three easy (and delicious!) at-home concoctions that...

Keeping Our Respiratory System Strong

How to Clear Phlegm and Mucus for a Healthy Respiratory System During concerns about COVID-19, we turn our attention to making our respiratory system strong and resistant to any external pathogens...