Stephen Cina MAOM, Lic. Ac., ATC, ACSM H/FI
Though trained as a generalist in Traditional Chinese Medicine with the knowledge to treat a variety of condition using acupuncture and herbal medicine, Stephen integrates Eastern and Western orthopedic techniques to approach pain and musculoskeletal dysfunction from a perspective unique in the field of acupuncture.
Stephen's Background
PROFESSIONAL SPORT TEAM AFFILIATION
Acupuncturist for the New England Patriots 2006-2007
Acupuncturist for the Boston Bruins 2001-Present
EDUCATION
New England School of Acupuncture
Master’s Degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, 2001: Herbal Medicine Concentration
Northeastern University
B.S., 1994: Athletic Training; minor: Cardiovascular Health & Exercise
Boston Bouve College of Pharmacy and Allied Health Science
Honors: Dean’s List, Academic Achievement Award
LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION
Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine Licensed Acupuncturist and Herbalist
NCCAOM Diplomate of Acupuncture
Athletic Trainer Certified
American College of Sports Medicine Health and Fitness Instructor Certified
ACADEMIC APPOINTMENT
Faculty, New England School of Acupuncture, Watertown, MA, 2004-present
HOSPITAL APPOINTMENT
Massachusetts General Hospital Research Technician at Athinoula Martino’s Center for Biomedical Imaging utilizing fMRI technology in acupuncture research. 2008
PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES
American Association of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine Society of Massachusetts
National Athletic Trainers Association
Athletic Trainers of Massachusetts
Eastern Athletic Trainers Association
RESEARCH
In collaboration with the New England School of Acupuncture and Harvard University’s Osher Institute. Co-author Ahn AC, Colbert AP, Anderson BJ, Martinsen OG, Hammerschlag R, Cina S, Wayne PM, Langevin HM: Electrical properties of acupuncture points and meridians: A systematic review. Bioelectromagnetics 2008 May;29(4):245-56
Electrical Properties of Acupuncture Points and Meridians A Systematic Review (.pdf)
PRESENTATIONS
April, 2004. Lasell College, Athletic Training Program, Newton, MA. "Acupuncture Overview in the Treatment of Orthopedic Conditions". Lecturer.
March 2005. New England School of Acupuncture, Watertown, MA, "Orthopedic Acupuncture, Required Clinical Faculty Training". Lecturer/Instructor
June, 2006. Tufts University & New England School of Acupuncture, Pain Management Program, Boston, MA. "Acupuncture and Connective Tissue Planes." Lecturer.
September, 2007. 14th Annual New Hampshire Musculoskeletal Symposium, Manchester, NH. Seminar Series, "Acupuncture for Orthopedic Problems" Lecturer. 200+ Physical Therapy and Athletic Training professionals.
ADVANCED TECHNIQUES
Motor Point Needling Methods
Trigger Point Needling Methods
Balance Method – Dr. Richard Tan
Korean Physical Manipulation
Tuina (Form of Chinese Massage)
Muscle & Meridian Motility as part of Craniosacral Therapy
Traumatology (Die Da)