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Breeze Academy
Welcome to The Breeze Academy Podcast – Everything Acupuncture & Dry Needling! We’re here to help practitioners refine their skills, deepen their knowledge, and stay up to date with the latest in acupuncture and dry needling. Our episodes cover clinical insights, research, practical techniques, and expert interviews to support your growth in the field. DISCLAIMER: The views expressed in this podcast are those of Breeze Academy and reflect clinical guidelines at the time of recording
Episodes
Breeze AcademyAcupuncture & Dry Needling for Athletes: Injury Rehab, Prehab
Can acupuncture and dry needling really enhance sports performance, speed up recovery, and support injury rehab for athletes? In this episode, we explore how…
Breeze AcademyTop 5 Misconceptions About Acupuncture & Dry Needling (and the Truth Behind Them)
What are the biggest misconceptions about acupuncture and dry needling? In this episode, Carl Clarkson tackles the most common misconceptions that confuse both…
Breeze AcademyTop 7 Mistakes Clinicians Make with Acupuncture & Dry Needling (and How to Avoid Them)
Where do clinicians go wrong with acupuncture and dry needling? In this episode, Carl Clarkson shares the most common mistakes practitioners make and how to…
Breeze AcademyHow Acupuncture Can Help with TMJ/TMD Dysfunction
TMJ (or TMD) dysfunction affects up to 12% of the UK population—with 50–90% experiencing it at some point in their lives—and the impact goes far beyond jaw…
Breeze AcademyAcupuncture Points, Meridians & Fascia
Ever wondered what’s actually happening when you insert an acupuncture needle — or why clients say, “I can feel that running down my leg”? In this episode, we…
Breeze AcademyWhat Every Clinician Should Know About Acupuncture
Thinking about trying acupuncture, or offering it in clinic? In this episode, Dr. Carl Clarkson tackles the most common questions asked by patients and…
Breeze AcademyMost Asked Acupuncture Questions (Answered)
In this special Q&A episode of the Breeze Academy Podcast, Dr. Carl Clarkson dives into the most frequently asked questions about acupuncture and dry needling…
Breeze AcademyHow to Grow Your Clinic with Acupuncture & Dry Needling
In this episode, Carl explores the real world economic benefits of integrating acupuncture and dry needling into your clinical practice. From boosting revenue…
Breeze AcademyThe Role of Meridians in Acupuncture
Welcome back to another episode of the Breeze Podcast. This week, we're diving deep into meridians, a cornerstone of traditional Chinese medicine and…
Breeze AcademyPatient Progress to Practice Growth: How Acupuncture & Dry Needling Can Transform Your Clinic
In this practical webinar, Dr. Carl Clarkson shares how acupuncture and dry needling can fast-track patient results, enhance your clinical outcomes, and expand…
Breeze AcademyAcupuncture & the Autonomic Nervous System
In this episode, Carl Clarkson unpacks how acupuncture affects the autonomic nervous system, including the balance between the sympathetic ("fight or flight")…
Breeze AcademyTendinopathy Treatment That Works
In this episode, Carl Clarkson explores the clinical nuances of treating tendinopathies—those frustrating tendon issues that affect up to 30% of adults. Carl…
Breeze AcademyFibromyalgia & Acupuncture: Why It Works, Who It Helps, and What to Try
Fibromyalgia is a complex and often misunderstood condition, affecting up to 2 million people in the UK, predominantly women. In this episode, Carl Clarkson…
Breeze AcademyHow Acupuncture Is Changing the Game for Migraine Relief
In this episode, Carl Clarkson dives deep into the complex world of migraines—one of the most common yet misunderstood neurological conditions. With around 10…
Breeze AcademyAcupuncture vs Dry Needling EXPLAINED
In this episode of the Breeze Academy Podcast, Carl Clarkson dives deep into one of the most frequently asked questions in the clinic and on courses: What’s…
Breeze AcademyThe Chemical Behind Your Highs, Lows, and Habits
Dopamine plays a massive role in how we move, feel, connect, and stay motivated — but most of us don’t realise how much it’s driving our day-to-day decisions…
Breeze AcademyOAB And Acupuncture: Big Impact With Few Downsides
Overactive Bladder (OAB) affects millions — yet it’s rarely talked about. In this powerful episode, Carl sits down with pelvic health physiotherapist Dr. Emma…
Breeze AcademyWhy Are We Ignoring This In Pregnancy? The Truth About Pelvic Girdle Pain
Pregnancy-related pelvic girdle pain (PPGP) affects between 20% and 50% of pregnant individuals, with up to 25% experiencing severe pain that impacts daily…
Breeze AcademyStress, Acupuncture & the HPA Axis: What You Need to Know
In this episode, we explore how acupuncture influences the Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal (HPA) axis, the system that controls stress, metabolism, and immune…
Breeze Academy8 Years for a Diagnosis?! Can Acupuncture Help Endometriosis?
Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 people assigned female at birth, costing economies billions and stealing careers, health, and quality of life. With an average…
Breeze Academy£1.5 Billion Lost to Menopause – Can Acupuncture Help?
Menopause can bring challenging symptoms like hot flashes, insomnia, anxiety, and fatigue—but acupuncture offers a natural way to find relief. In this episode…