CHINESE MEDICINE TREATMENTS
Acupuncture, a modality within Chinese Medicine, involves the insertion of fine needles into acupuncture points within meridians (channels) in the body, directing the body to a unique state of flow and harmony. The body may be disrupted through a number of situations:
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Physical trauma such as accidents or injuries
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Poor lifestyle choices and approaches
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Stress and emotional upsets
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Lingering infections
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Overwork
The goal of treatment is to restore and rebalance our systems, so that the body is supported and directed to our own healing abilities unique to each of us.
Acupuncture treatments may be able to help with a wide range of health issues:
Fertility support
Pregnancy support
Menopausal symptoms
Painful Periods
Anxiety, Depression, Stress Management
Chronic fatigue/ME/fibromyalgia
Cystitis
Hayfever
Headaches & Migraines
Insomnia
Musculoskeletal pain
Skin problems
Cancer treatment support
WHAT IS MOXIBUSTION
One of the pillars of Chinese Medicine and is often used alongside acupuncture. It consists of burning dried mugwort on a particular point or channel on the body. The moxa can either be placed on the needle or a moxa stick may be used manually and gently placed over the point or channel. The pleasant warmth is believed to stimulate the circulation and flow of “qi” and activate the healing process.
WHAT IS GUASHA
A Chinese medicine healing technique that involves using a smooth-edged tool to press, rub and scrape the skin in specific areas to promote circulation, release muscle tension and support the body’s natural healing processes.
WHAT IS CUPPING
A Chinese medicine approach that involves placing cups on the skin to create a vacuum suction. This technique is used to stimulate blood flow and it may help release tension in muscles. Cups used may be made from glass or silicone and there are two types of cupping: fire cupping and suction cupping. Fire cupping uses a small flame to heat inside a glass cup to create a vacuum as the air cools once the cup is placed on the skin. Suction cupping uses a hand pump to create a suction without heat.
WHAT ARe BaZI & Stems & Branches Consultations
BaZi (pronounced “bah-zee”) is a traditional Chinese system used to understand personality, natural strengths, challenges, and life patterns using four moments from your birth: year, month, day, and hour. Each moment is described by one Stem and one Branch. Together, they form your personal energy map.
