We’re thrilled to share that Dr. Krystal Couture, founder of The Pelvic Acu, was recently featured in Acupuncture Today with her article “Fire and the Pelvis.” In this piece, Dr. Krystal explores a concept that is both poetic and profoundly clinical — how the element of Fire expresses itself within the pelvis. While most of us associate the fire element with the Heart and Small Intestine channels, Krystal reminds us that the pelvis holds its own unique expression of fire — one that is subtle, sustaining, and deeply connected to our essence.

Continuing education is one of the most important parts of being an effective, confident practitioner — and at The Pelvic Acu, we’re committed to keeping our community inspired, connected, and learning together. Our next Grand Rounds session will be held on Wednesday, October 22nd, and is worth 1 NCCAOM-approved PDA. This is a wonderful opportunity to sharpen your clinical skills, deepen your understanding of Pelvic Care, and engage with fellow acupuncturists and healthcare providers from across the country.

We’re thrilled to share that The Pelvic Acu Map has been updated! This interactive map highlights the growing network of practitioners who have completed our Pelvic Care Practical and Advanced Certificate programs—and they’re making an impact all around the world.

Published in The Clinician, Vol. 3 Issue 2 (Sept 2025)

We’re thrilled to share that Dr. Krystal Lynn Couture’s article, “The Pelvic Bowl: A Window to Source,” was recently published in The Clinician. This piece explores the pelvic bowl as both a biomechanical foundation and an energetic center—a place where structure, function, and spirit meet.

Pelvic health is often overlooked, yet it impacts so many aspects of overall wellness — from sexual function and reproductive health to emotional wellbeing and quality of life. In this blog, we’re exploring a variety of pelvic health tools that can support healing, extend treatment beyond the clinic, and give patients practical ways to care for themselves at home.

The Pelvic Bowl: Deep Conversations with The Pelvic Acu, Dr. Krystal Lynn Couture, DPT, LAc is a video podcast dedicated to acupuncturists bringing pelvic health to the forefront of their wellness practices. In this episode we feature Dr. Julee Miller, AP, DAcCHM, FABORM who practices in Jacksonville, Florida.

At The Pelvic Acu, we are dedicated to helping acupuncturists expand their skills and bring vital pelvic health care into their practice. That’s why we’ve designed Pelvic Care for Acupuncturists—a 2-day, live, hands-on practical trainingthat provides the knowledge and tools needed to safely and effectively address pelvic floor health.

I know it can feel really intense to spend $1600 on a weekend continuing education course. For many of us as acupuncturists, $1600 is going to support our family and our practice, and spending that money without a guaranteed return on investment can really push boundaries and comfort zones.

Calling all licensed acupuncturists! Elevate your clinical practice with an intensive, hands-on workshop in Los Angeles led by Dr. Krystal Lynn Couture, PT, LAc—a pelvic PT and acupuncturist with a unique blend of holistic and Western training.

I have the pleasure of teaching around the country and interacting with acupuncturists on a daily basis. I hear success stories, major milestones, transformations—and lately, a resounding sense of fear. This fear stems from so many questions about our collective identity as acupuncturists. With a good number of acupuncture schools closing their doors, it makes sense that we have a lot of questions.

At The Pelvic Acu, we believe that understanding both Eastern and Western approaches to pelvic health makes us stronger practitioners and better advocates for our clients. That’s why we’ve created another free mini-course, this time focused on the pessary—a non-surgical medical device that can provide support for those experiencing pelvic organ prolapse or incontinence.

Are you a licensed acupuncturist ready to enhance your pelvic health skills with hands-on training? Join Dr. Krystal Lynn Couture, PT, LAc in Louisville, Colorado for an immersive and experiential two-day workshop.

At The Pelvic Acu, our mission is to empower acupuncturists to successfully and sustainably support clients with pelvic health conditions. Sustainable care means more than short-term relief—it means helping clients experience long-lasting improvements in their pelvic health across every season of life. One important piece of that work is understanding the vaginal microbiome—a complex and dynamic ecosystem that plays a key role in reproductive, urinary, and overall pelvic health.

In Episode 3 of The Pelvic Bowl: Deep Conversations with The Pelvic Acu, host Dr. Krystal Lynn Couture, DPT, LAcsits down with Dr. Andrea Orvieto, L.Ac., DACM, FABORM, founder of SoFla Acupuncture & Wellness in Hallandale Beach, Florida. What unfolds is an inspiring and deeply personal conversation about the path to pelvic care, the integration of acupuncture with pelvic floor therapy, and the profound ways these practices change patients’ lives.

Pelvic Care Case Study Care Planning is a grand rounds style live webinar. The concept is such that practitioners bring cases to the table (or I bring some from my own experience) including the biomedical and TCM diagnoses, case history and any other pertinent client information. We'll discuss the most important components of treatment including home programs, acupuncture points, and complementary treatments.

We’re thrilled to share that The Pelvic Acu’s very own Dr. Krystal Couture was recently featured on the Yinspired Podcast in an episode all about pelvic health — and how acupuncture can play a powerful role in supporting it.

Are you a licensed acupuncturist seeking to deepen your expertise in pelvic health? Join Dr. Krystal Lynn Couture, PT, LAc for an immersive, hands-on workshop in Phoenix—where Traditional Chinese Medicine meets precision and compassion.

We’re thrilled to share that The Pelvic Acu was recently featured on the MyDAO Labs blog, where Dr. Krystal Couture explores how Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) can help balance hormones and support women throughout their menstrual cycle.

In the article, Dr. Krystal breaks down the four phases of the cycle—menstruation, follicular, ovulation, and luteal—and shows how the shifting rhythms of Yin and Yang energy can guide everything from the foods we eat to the way we move and rest.

We’re thrilled to share that The Pelvic Acu was featured in the latest FSOMA newsletter! The published article, “Case Study: Resolving Suprapubic Pain and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction in the Third Trimester,” by Dr. Krystal Lynn Couture, highlights a powerful example of how integrative care can ease pregnancy-related discomfort.