Treatments
Acupuncture
Acupuncture has been used for
over 3000
years to assist the “qi” to flow effectively and
restore various parts of the body to normal function.
Think of the qi, the energy in
the body as
water in a winding river. Along its path, the water seeps into the soil
to nourish plants and animals. In a drought, it may dry up or become
stagnant. In a flood it rages uncontrollably.
Acupuncture uses very thin
needles to
balance the energy flow in the body, to restore the proper flow of qi.
All needles are sterile and are
used only
once.
Auricular
Acupuncture
Auricular acupuncture uses small
needles or
“ear seeds” to address specific areas of the body.
The seeds can be left on the ear for several days allowing the
treatment to continue between visits. Specific points on the ear can be
used to treat the underlying causes of numerous conditions.
Herbal
Medicine
Traditional Chinese herbal
medicine uses
specific combinations of herbs to help the body heal its self rather
than masking the symptoms. Only after the underlying cause of a
condition is determined can the correct combination be prepared.
Tuina
Massage
Tuina massage manipulates the
same points
and channels as acupuncture to restore balance to the flow of qi.
Traditionally Tuina massage is done fully clothed but certain
manipulations now use the aid of oil, water or talcum powder.
Tuina massage can be taught to a
patient so
that it can be self administered or a parent can use it with a child.
Tuina massage can be used with
children as a
non-invasive way to soothe them when they cannot express the way they
feel.
Cupping
Therapy
Cupping Therapy involves the use
of
suctioning cups along the acupuncture meridians to help move qi and
assist in healing. Cupping can improve circulation, help relieve pain,
assist with difficulty breathing and provide relief for menstrual
problems.
Food Therapy
When a specific condition has
been
identified, a variety of foods can be used to correct the underlying
problem and restore the body to a state of balance. Once the condition
has been corrected, the diet must be adjusted to maintain that new
balance.
Exercise
Exercise can be a valuable
addition to any
treatment plan. Exercise is essential to achieving a healthy body, mind
and spirit.
The underlying condition should
be
determined in order for the proper exercise to be used. Meditation can
calm the body and alleviate stress while Qigong uses small movements,
meditation and breathing techniques to stimulate the circulation of qi.
Yoga, Taichi, cardiovascular and weight training can also be options
for specific conditions.
Please consult your doctor before
starting
any exercise program.
Gua Sha
Gua Sha is an ancient technique
of scraping
the skin. It is used in the treatment of fever, fatigue, poor
circulation, respiratory problems, muscle and tendon injuries as well
as gynecological and urinary tract disorders.
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