The Acupuncture Outsider Podcast

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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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Wednesday Feb 22, 2023

Feedback on my Sydney course and Some Thoughts about treatment methodology

Wednesday Feb 22, 2023

I got some feedback from several people about the Sydney course and wanted to share that.

Also, I want to give my opinion about how Janda influences my thoughts about adding or not adding extra needles for local inflammation.

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Tuesday Feb 14, 2023

My Two Cents on How to Assess Hip Pain

Tuesday Feb 14, 2023

I probably don't assess hips the way you were taught to assess hips.

I organize my thoughts around the assumption that the glutes are weak and don't need me to muscle test them. If they were firing, the patient wouldn't be in my office with hip issues.

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Saturday Feb 04, 2023

Don’t Forget About the Lats!

Saturday Feb 04, 2023

Are you forgetting to test the lats for shoulder flexion and abduction issues? What about for low back issues? Inhibited abs and serratus anterior? QL injury?