AcupunctureAcupuncture is an ancient Chinese method of healing that uses very thin, sterile needles no thicker than a thread of hair. These needles are inserted in various points on the body where Qi or energy is either blocked or deficient. Blocked or deficient Qi is the source of pain and disease in the body...
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Herbal TherapyHerbs and herb formulas are an integral part of Chinese Medicine. Ancient texts that logged various hundreds of herbs and formulas existed long before acupuncture texts. While acupuncture works with the physical energetics of the body, Herbs address the alchemical energetics and are very powerful in facilitating healing.
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Moxibustion and BodyworkMoxibustion and bodywork are adjunct therapies to an acupuncture treatment. Moxibustion or moxa is a unique way to warm the body and draw energy to portions of the body that need it. It's very relaxing and I use moxa in almost every treatment I give.
Bodywork involves other Chinese Medicine methods of cupping, gua sha, and tuina. Of course, the body likes the comfort of being touched. I love doing some lomi lomi, hot stones, swedish, and some Thai in my practice. |