The Acupuncture Outsider Podcast

Dr. Richard Hazel is a distinguished Doctor of Acupuncture and a New York State Licensed Acupuncturist, renowned for his expertise in Functional Acupuncture, with a specialized focus on Orthopedic & Sports Acupuncture. With a passion for optimizing athletic performance and facilitating recovery, Dr. Hazel proudly partners as the acupuncturist for UB Athletics, working with their football, volleyball, and other dedicated athletes. A Leader in Integrative Sports Medicine Dr. Hazel's approach integrates advanced acupuncture techniques with a deep understanding of human physiology and athletic demands. His commitment to enhancing recovery, regeneration, and adaptation to exercise stress is evident in his significant contributions to the field. He is a co-author of Chapter 22, "Acupuncture: Its relationship to Recovery, Regeneration and Function," in the authoritative book Fundamentals of Recovery, Regeneration, and Adaptation to Exercise Stress: An Integrated Approach (Springer Nature). This publication solidifies his position as a thought leader in the application of acupuncture for athletic populations. Pioneering Education and Global Influence A graduate with honors from the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine – New York, where he earned both his Master of Science in Acupuncture (Orthopedic & Sports Medicine) and his Doctor of Acupuncture, Dr. Hazel is a dedicated educator. He has developed and taught extensive curricula in Motor Point Acupuncture and Trigger Point Needling, sharing his knowledge through online courses on Podia and at prestigious international seminars. His teaching engagements span across Europe and Australia, including the European Sports and Orthopedic Acupuncture Congresses in Barcelona and Amsterdam, and workshops in Poland, Canada, Ireland, and France. His work has significantly influenced practitioners globally, establishing him as a world-renowned authority in Functional Acupuncture. Dedicated to Athlete Well-being Through his partnership with UB Athletics since 2024, Dr. Hazel provides cutting-edge acupuncture treatments to help athletes achieve peak performance, accelerate injury recovery, and maintain optimal physical well-being. His hands-on experience with collegiate athletes underscores his practical application of advanced acupuncture principles in a high-performance sports environment.

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4 days ago

Femoral Anterior Glide Syndrome

4 days ago

19 min

Deep groin pain in the anterior hip on hip flexion may be AGS and the problem is not in the front of the hip. It's in the back of the hip!

Online Courses: https://richardhazel.podia.com
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4 days ago

19 min

Aug 15, 2026

Advice for New Orthopedic Acupuncturists (or New to Orthopedic Acupuncture)

Aug 15, 2026

1 hr 10 min

Getting started is always challenging. I made a lot of mistakes and I'm sharing what worked and what didn't work.
I'm not your guru so I'm not suggesting that you do anything.
I'm just sharing what I think so maybe some of you will benefit from what I have learned by trial and error.

Online Courses: https://richardhazel.podia.com
Instagram: @richhazel

Aug 15, 2026

1 hr 10 min

Aug 8, 2026

A Tough Case of Lesser Occipital Nerve Entrapment Solved!

Aug 8, 2026

19 min

I didn't know about this muscular entrapment of the LON. I knew that the SCM could entrap the LON but I had not idea, until this week, that there another important zone of entrapment that needs to be considered.

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Online Courses: https://richardhazel.podia.com
Instagram: @richhazel

Aug 8, 2026

19 min

Aug 1, 2026

Thanks for listening! I now have a global audience. Now here are some shoulder mobility tips! :)

Aug 1, 2026

14 min

I can't believe over half my listeners are now in countries that are not primarily English speaking! Please help me grow and reach more people.
I'm grateful for all the listeners who have kept listening for the past 4 years from all the English-speaking countries!
Please like, share and subscribe and review so that more people (especially outside the US/Canada/UK/Australia) will hear my podcast.
Please email me if there are podcast topics you want to hear more of. And please let me know how you found my podcast.
rich@richhazel.com

Online Courses: https://richardhazel.podia.com
Instagram: @richhazel

Aug 1, 2026

14 min

Jul 19, 2026

The Misery of The Diagnostic Odyssey of NTOS

Jul 19, 2026

34 min

The average person with NTOS will not get a correct diagnosis for 4-5 years.
They will likely see about 6 specialist MDs looking for a solution and some relief.
Some will have unnecessary spinal fusion or cardiac procedures or be on pharmaceuticals for years that don't help.
Here's what we need to do to help.

Online Courses: https://richardhazel.podia.com
IG: @richhazel

Jul 19, 2026

34 min

Jul 11, 2026

This Big Muscle is Often Overlooked for Restricted Shoulder Abduction and Flexion

Jul 11, 2026

12 min

If you learned to muscle test the shoulder for treating shoulder pain and mobility you may not have been taught about these important shoulder girdle muscles that are the biggest inhibitors of shoulder abduction and flexion.

Online Courses: https://richardhazel.podia.com
IG: @richhazel

Jul 11, 2026

12 min

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