What does Chinese Medicine Include?
The Modalities,
Acupuncture
Extremely thin needles are inserted in certain specialized points within the body to stimulate circulation, relieve pain, speed healing, and generally bring balance and well-being to mind, body, and spirit.
Fire-Cupping
Glass cups are heated and applied to the body where they will cause a 'suction-effect' on the skin. This technique is excellent for releasing stagnation causing muscular tension and pain, as well as for overcoming fever/colds/or flu.
Gua-Sha
Is the ancient Chinese Method of 'scraping'. It is done with a wooden or ivory tool, and scraped against the skin until some redness occurs. This signifies the release of tension and blockages much like Cupping.
Tui-Na
Is the Chinese form of therapeutic massage. Meant to wake-up or stimulate the acupoints to make them more receptive to needles, as well as to promote circulation and healing to the tissues.
Chinese Herbal Medicine
Extremely thin needles are inserted in certain specialized points within the body to stimulate circulation, relieve pain, speed healing, and generally bring balance and well-being to mind, body, and spirit.
Moxibustion
This is the practice of burning Chinese Mugwort at the site of the acu-point. Generally, the herb is placed on the end of the needle. This method is excellent at warming and moving energy. Great for digestive issues and fertility!