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HEALING TECHNIQUES

picsTRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE (TCM) is an ancient health care modality that has been effective in treating a variety of health issues for over 3000 years. It not only relieves symptoms, but also addresses the underlying cause of those symptoms.

The goal of this holistic and balanced health care system is to activate the natural, self-healing abilities of the body. TCM helps restore balance to the body while strengthening the flow of Qi (life force energy) to help prevent future illness and disease. When Qi is flowing freely, true health and well-being can be achieved naturally.

To balance the body through TCM the practitioner is looking for the “root” condition along with any “branches” to treat the patient. This starts with the initial intake which consists of a full health history. Next, are the “ten questions” which are a specific part of the evaluation and comes from the “Four Pillars” of Oriental Medicine.

Other “Pillars” are, looking at the patients tongue, taking pulses and an appropriate physical exam. The practitioner then puts all of the assessments together for diagnosis and appropriate treatment plan.

Three Treasures in Oriental Medicine refers three vital substances in the body. One is, Jing (Essence) which is inherited and tells the state of your constitution. Next is, Qi which is vital energy in the body. The third is, Shen (the Mind) which shows the strength of a persons personality. 

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ACUPUNTCURE – sterile, disposable, thin needles are gently placed into specific acupuncture points to unblock and strengthen the flow of Qi in the body.

ACU-ENERGY- For more information go to the next page.

MOXIBUSTION – The Mugwort herb used as a warming therapy during treatment. It is burned on the end of needles, or used to warm points and channels within the body. It is never burned directly on the skin.

CUPPING – Glass cups are warmed and used to create suction on the skin in order to increase warmth and circulation of Qi.
GUA SHA – Using a smooth Gua Sha tool, the skin gently scraped to release toxins and increase the circulation of Qi and blood.

TUINA – An ancient Chinese massage technique which stimulates the meridians and flow of Qi. Effective at reducing muscle pain and healing injuries.

HERBAL FORMULAS – Chinese herbal formulas are used to treat specific conditions. These are available in raw form to create tea, or in pill form.