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Patients with pain and stress problems make up the bulk of clinical visits at military bases and veterans hospitals. We Train The Doctors Who Treat The Pain.
The past fifteen years of warfare has generated an enormous number of wounded veterans and service members suffering from chronic pain, post-traumatic stress (PTS), and traumatic brain injury (TBI). Of the approximately 50,000 active duty and veteran service members with war injuries, 90% live with chronic pain. There are no accurate figures for those diagnosed with PTS and TBI, however, an estimated 200,000-300,000 suffer from combat-related stress conditions and impaired cognition. These debilitating conditions commonly do not respond adequately to pharmaceutical and other neurologic and psychiatric interventions. Research has shown acupuncture to be a highly successful treatment for acute and chronic pain, headache, sleep disorders, as well as stress and anxiety symptoms, including PTS. Medical acupuncture, as primary treatment or complement to conventional therapy, has been enthusiastically embraced by military patients, veterans, and military physicians.
06/27/2025
Did you know that an average of 30% of service members and veterans experience Post-Traumatic Stress? Of that percentage, only half seek treatment.
Today, and every day, it is our goal to remind you that you’re not alone.
If you or someone you love is struggling with PTSD, please reach out. To learn more about available tools and resources visit
https://www.ptsd.va.gov/understand/awareness/index.asp
06/27/2025
can affect anyone.
We’re committed to breaking the stigma around mental health and ensuring our service members and families have access to the support they need.
Know that you are not alone. Help is available.
Learn more: https://health.mil/Military-Health-Topics/Centers-of-Excellence/Psychological-Health-Center-of-Excellence/PHCoE-Clinician-Resources/PTSD?type=Article
06/26/2025
The June 2025 issue of the journal "Medical Acupuncture" is accessible online. AAMA members log-in to read for free. Includes a new CME article on auriculotherapy for pain management following rotator cuff surgery. https://loom.ly/oty4VG0
06/24/2025
The outdated idea that asking for help is a weakness crumbles when we celebrate the true courage it takes. Be a leader who models proactive well-being and fosters genuinely open conversations among teammates.
Learn more about the tools available and how they directly support comprehensive well-being.
https://www.dha.mil/News/2025/05/15/12/24/TRICARE-Is-Your-Partner-in-Mental-Health-Care
06/23/2025
Today is National PTSD Awareness Day. For many veterans, the transition from military to civilian life comes with unseen battles. At TMF, we build a community where veterans find purpose after service through mentorship, leadership, and connection. >>
Get Involved Get involved with the TMF mission by exploring programs designed to empower and unite veterans, families of the fallen, and inspired civilians nationwide.
06/21/2025
If you haven't renewed your AAMA membership yet, please do it now. We're looking forward to a productive year in support of medical acupuncture! RENEW AND JOIN US. https://loom.ly/Ow8bdIw
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