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.

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.

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.

Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP) is more common than many realize—and often underdiagnosed or misunderstood. In honor of Pelvic Organ Prolapse Awareness Month, we’re sharing a free educational video presentation to shine a light on this important topic and explore how acupuncture and Chinese medicine can offer meaningful support.

The article "The Wood Element and the Pelvis" by Krystal Lynn Couture, PT, LAc, featured in Acupuncture Today, delves into the intricate relationship between the Wood element in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and pelvic health. It emphasizes how understanding this connection can enhance both physical and emotional well-being.

On “A League of Our Own,” host Ashley Blum sat down with Dr. Krystal Couture to explore how Chinese medicine and acupuncture support women at every turn of life’s great cycle. Here’s a closer look at their conversation—and why these time‑honored practices deserve a place in modern women’s health care.

The Jaw & The Pelvis Webinar, Sunday November 17th @ 1:00 pm Eastern time. Join Dr. Krystal Couture and Michelle Gellis as they talk about the fascinating connection between the two.

Dr. Krystal Couture and Dr. Michelle Gellis discuss The Jaw & The Pelvis. The connection between the pelvic floor and the jaw is one rooted to week 3 of embryonic development. In this course, we’ll talk about the unique anatomical and energetic similarities between the pelvis and the jaw. We’ll cover basic pelvic and jaw anatomy, local treatment, spirit of the points, sinews, and extraordinary vessels.

Check out my Introduction to Pelvic Care for Acupuncturists Webinar to see if brining Pelvic Care into your practice is right for you!

I am so honored to be featured in such an amazing magazine that truly embodies to the nature of Chinese Medicine and explores the roots of what we do. I love being able to share my knowledge and passion for all things pelvic care.

Clients who are curious about the pelvic floor and associated dysfunctions as well as those who present with pelvic floor patterns can really benefit from a little bit of understanding and some education. Clients who understand their pelvic floor function have a much greater opportunity to participate in the healing and leaning into the support you’re offering. 

You may have heard of your acupuncturist say something like, “Before we work on your pelvic floor, we need to check for and clear any blocks.” Blocks are essentially barriers to the treatment being effective and holding from one session to the next or long term. Blocks can be diagnosed through the pulses, through your energy or even through the eyes. Blocks can also be physical symptoms like pain.

Pelvic floor dry needling is a therapeutic technique that involves the insertion of acupuncture needles which are sterile, thin, solid needles into specific points in the pelvic region. These points are usually Ashi (tender points or trigger points. “Ashi point” needling is acupuncture trigger point needling, and this is described in Chinese medical texts dating from 200 BCE – 200 CE. Insertion of needles into Ashi points can alleviate pain, improve muscle function, and address various pelvic health issues.