Acupuncture:
treats the whole person, rather than the
disease. This means that the acupuncturist
looks at the patient as a whole to find the
origins of an illness. Very fine needles
are then inserted to rebalance the flow of
energy in the system, by dispersing
blockages or by tapping reservoirs to
replenish energy, where the body requires
it. Acupuncture has always been used as a
preventative medicine to correct
imbalances in their early stages, so that
more serious conditions do not develop.
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Herbs and
nutrition: Traditional Chinese herbal
medicine is at least 2500 years old and
often used as an important adjunct to
acupuncture treatment. They are usually
dispensed in pills, capsules, tinctures, or
in raw form, which requires boiling as a
tea. Herbal formulas are gentle yet potent.
They should be prescribed and taken under
the guide and supervision of a certified
herbalist. Western Pharmacology is beginning
to acknowledge these natural counterparts
without the side effects of processed
pharmaceuticals.
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Medical Massage (Tuina): by promoting the flow
of energy through the body, muscle pain and
stiffness is greatly reduced. Tuina promotes
the lymphatic system and venous return by
acting like a pump to get rid of the toxins
in the muscles such as lactic acid.
"Fresh blood" can get into the
tissues and regenerate the cells with
oxygen.
Plus it's a great way to
relax!!!
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Cupping:
glass or bamboo cups are placed on the skin,
with a vacuum to suck out the toxins to the
superficial layer, where the body can deal
them more effectively. Cupping also
stimulates the lymphatic system. This
treatment is good for tight neck and
shoulders and also for the very start of a
cold or flu.
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Moxibustion:
treats disease by applying gentle heat to
acupuncture points. Smouldering herbs are
held near the needle to create a warm
sensation. Moxa is particularly effective
for ailments such as
bronchial asthma,
bronchitis, certain types of paralysis, and
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