Services

Acupuncture

imageAcupuncture is one of the oldest, most commonly used forms of medicine in the world. Originating in China more than 2,500 years ago, acupuncture is currently one of the most thoroughly researched, practiced, and respected forms of complementary medicine available anywhere.

According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, your overall health is determined by the quality of the Qi (energy) flow through the natural pathways of your body (meridians). Acupuncture uses a variety of techniques, including placing very thin sterile needles into specific points on the body, to stimulate and improve your Qi flow. The many benefits of acupuncture include:

  • Pain reduction
  • Stress and tension relief
  • Better sleep
  • Increased energy levels
  • Stronger digestion
  • Relief from bad habits and addictions
  • Greater sense of overall health and well-being


Electroacupuncture

Electroacupuncture is a highly effective holistic treatment for pain, nausea, and chronic ailments. In practice, it is actually very similar to traditional acupuncture. Using the exact same system of Chinese Medicine, I insert very thin and sterile needles into specific points along the meridians of your body. I then attach the needles to a device that delivers gentle electrical pulses between two points. This helps restore the healthy flow of Qi (energy) through your body, removing any blockages and clearing out stagnant areas, as well as strengthing systems of the body to function better.  


Acupressure


Acupressure is based on one the most ancient principles of healing — that simply touching a specific point on the body will release stress and improve harmonization in the body. In an acupressure session, I apply firm pressure directly to these "points" on your body,which relieves your muscle tension and improves your circulation. This simple and powerful technique has been shown to be very effective in treating headaches, backaches, and with children.


Cupping

Cupping has been a part of Chinese Medicine for over 2,500 years. It relieves aches and pains, improves circulation, and also helps with respiratory and digestive issues. I simply place a specialized "cup" onto specific points on your body, and then use suction to draw your skin up into the cups. It doesn't hurt — it simply draws fresh blood to that area of your body, which facilitates the cleansing and strengthening of your Qi (energy). This leaves circular discolorations of skin ranging from pink to maroon or even a "speckled" appearance where cupping is done.  The color will fade in 5 to 7 days.


Gua Sha

Although Gua Sha is an ancient healing technique used by Chinese Medicine practitioners for thousands of years, it is relatively unknown in the West. It is recognized throughout Asia as a highly effective treatment for chronic pain conditions, stress, fatigue, and a host of other ailments.

First, Gua Sha oil is applied to a specific meridian (energy pathway) on your body. I then use a smooth round-edged object (such as a spoon) to apply short brisk strokes to that area. This creates colored patches of skin (called "Sha") that range from pink to maroon.  The function of Gua Sha is to detoxify and restore the healthy flow if Qi (energy) to the area. There is no pain involved, and the Sha will fade in 5 to 7 days. But the sense of health and vitality you experience from it will last much longer.


Tui Na

imageTui Na is an ancient form of bodywork that is based on the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine. I use a variety of pressures and strokes along the meridians (energy pathways) of your body to both relax your muscles and also stimulate the flow of energy throughout your body. This form treats both the physical (musculature) and energetic (Qi) levels of your body at the same time.  For this reason it can be done as a stand alone treatment or with any of the other services offered.


Pediatric Tuina/Massage

This massage can be used on those ranging from infant to age 12.  It can treat specific conditions like colic, enuresis, hyperactivity, etc. or can be used for it's relaxation/calming affect as an adult massage treatment would be.


Chinese Herbology

imageChinese herbal medicine is an old tradition using naturally occurring substances — including herbs — to enhance one's health and vitality. As opposed to Western medicine, the foundation of this approach is to support the body's natural self-healing mechanisms and abilities so that it may help itself.

Since each patient has different needs, I carefully select a combination of a variety of herbs in the form of a patent (pill) that will synergistically blend together to achieve optimal results for your unique situation. I prescribe high-quality, professional-grade herbal medicines that are available only to qualified licensed professionals.


NADA

    This is a specific protocol for acupuncture detoxification.  These points are specific to the ear and can be used to help treat addictions, behavioral and mental health, and trauma.


Reflexology

imageReflexology is a specific type of deep massage for the feet.  It can be used to treat many different specific conditions or can be used to help balance the body for an overall harmonized feeling.


Lifestyle and Nutritional Support

imageA large part of improving health and well being has to do with what you put in your body.  Because of this, part of a Traditional Chinese Medicine treatment can be incorporating different foods into the diet that have specific properties (spicy, salty, bland, etc.) or changing the way you prepare your food to help treat your unique condition.