In some of the latest news from the acupuncture world, I discovered this article on acupuncture for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in military personnel. This year, a group of active service members are being studied at the Walter Reed Medical Center in Washington. The researchers are exploring the role of acupuncture in healing combat trauma. Acupuncture can be a successful treatment for stress and anxiety in other contexts and I see no reason why it couldn't have a role in the treatment of PTSD. In my brief eight year tenure as an acupuncturist, I've seen positive results in clients with mood disorders. I've seen it profoundly calm the nervous system and decrease the need for medicatons. I'll be curious to see the results of the study!