Acupuncture
Acupuncture is a form of alternative medicine in which very thin needles are inserted into the body at various points to help treat numerous health conditions.
How does it work?
Western Medical explanation: Upon the insertion of an acupuncture needle, the needle itself causes a biological response to the body which in return sends neurotransmitters to the CNS. This allows for endorphins, dopamine, and opiod peptides to be released making us “feel good” and painfree.
Traditional Chinese Medicine explanation: It is believed that disease is caused by the disruption of the flow of energy (also known as Qi) in the body. Acupuncture is used to stimulate certain points on the body to balance and harmonize the energy (Qi) of the meridians in the body which in return creates homeostasis.
Used to treat:
Allergies, cough, sore throat, asthma, cold, flu, anxiety, depression, insomnia, mental health, headache, hypertension, nausea & vomiting, morning sickness, sprain/strain, muscle/joint pain, low back pain, knee pain, neck pain, sciatica, rheumatoid arthritis, postoperative pain, TMJ, malposition of fetus, induction of labor, gastritis, menstrual problems/pain, acid reflux, gastroenteritis, infertility, addiction, bells palsy, cancer pain, nausea from chemotherapy, fibromyalgia, digestion issues, night sweats, prostitis, UTI, & much more.
Fire Cupping
Fire cupping is form of Traditional Chinese medicine in which suctions are created on the skin using glass or plastic cups to pull up stagnant blood to the surface of the skin and stimulate healing. This helps promote more blood flow to the area of the body for faster recovery time.
Used to treat:
Acne, muscular pain, neck/back pain, migraines, anxiety, depression, allergies asthma, arthritis, fibromyalgia, infertility, menstrual pain, skin problems (eczema), high blood pressure, & herpes zoster.
Moxibustion
A form of heat therapy where the herb Ai Ye (known as mugwort) is utilized to tonify the qi and blood in the body to boost the immunity and increase WBC (white blood cells). Moxibustion is used on or on top of an acupuncture point to stimulate heat into the area of the body.
Used to treat:
Pain due to injury, arthritis, digestive problems, gynecological problems, menstrual pain, breeching baby in late pregnancy, cold/flu, anemia, cold hands/feet, & kidney failure.
