According to the World Health Organization, the following is a list of diseases that can be helped with acupuncture:
Sciatica/Low Back Pain, Headache & Migraine, Frozen Shoulder & Tennis Elbow, Toothache (after extraction), paralysis following stroke, facial palsy (early stage), Trigeminial Neuralgia, acute bronchitis, bronchial asthma/allergies, common colds, acute sinusitis, gastric hyperacidity, acute/chronic gastritis, duodenal ulcer, constipation & diarrhea.
(THE WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION)
Other Treatable conditions:
Chronic pain & sports injuries, accident/whiplash injuries, arthritis & rheumatism, depression, fatigue (CFS) & stress, trauma & Insomnia, addictions (quitting smoking - read more).
Other Benefits from acupuncture:
Constitutional Facial Rejuvenation also known as Acupuncture Facelift or Cosmetic Acupuncture… Read more
Non needle Facelift (Facial Rejuvenation) with Micro-current…. Read more
Plus more…
Acupressure
Reflexology… Read more
Acupuncture Read More...
Acupuncture is the stimulation of acupoints and energy channels to move Qi and blood. The Chinese believe that the body’s energy, or chi, flows along pathways called meridians. Illness occurs when the cycle of chi is stalled or blocked. Placing fine sterile needles into specific points on the body, redirects the flow of Qi (chi) and restores balance. Acupuncture regulates Qi, nourishes organs and tissues, benefits the spirit and calms the mind. It is very effective in the treatment of pain disorders. Scalp acupuncture is particularly effective in treating paralysis and numbness, motor skills dysfunction and mental disorders.
Today, many additional forms of stimulation are incorporated, including herbs, electricity, magnets and lasers.
- Moxibustion
Moxa (which is utilized in Moxibustion) has unique warming qualities. The herb is ignited at about one inch away from the skins surface at the same points used in Acupuncture. The Acupuncture needle is made of metal which conducts heat deep into the body. Moxibustion can be used separately or as an accompaniment with Acupuncture.
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- Cupping
Cupping is a safe, non-invasive technique, which practitioners use to treat a myriad of conditions, like colds & flu, upper respiratory infections, and problems of the internal organs. Recently, cupping has been in the media for muscular pain, bone pain and spasms, particularly on the back and shoulders. Cupping therapy stimulates micro blood circulation, to the localized area and is often partnered with acupuncture in various treatments.
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Acupressure
The acupuncturist will use thumb/finger pressure on the acupoints on the meridians of the body instead of needles to treat the patient.
Acupuncture Facelift
also known as Constitutional Facial Rejuvenation
- with Acupuncture – Cosmetic acupuncture is a good alternative for women (or men) who don’t want the side effects associated with a surgical facelift. After a series of 12 treatments (more could be required depending on your lifestyle) the skin becomes more delicate and fair, and there are fewer wrinkles.
The treatments also result in an erasing of fine lines and a reduction of deeper lines, less sagginess, a lifting of droopy eyelids, reduction of puffy pockets under the eyes/dark circles and a clearing or reduction of age spots plus there is an overall rejuvenation that is not confined to your face. Moving energy through the body with extremely fine facial needles not only in the face but also the feet, legs, arms, head and ears, stimulates collagen production and brings blood to the face. Read More
- non-needle micro current - A non needle acupuncture and meridian balancing system using therapeutic grade essential oils. Safe and small therapeutic does augment the body’s own healing ability with no discomfort to the patient. Facilitates healing of low grade inflammation, increases health of collagen and elastin fibers. A muscular re-education of the face, the Micro-current therapy uses a tiny electrical current administered through two Q tipped probes attached to the micro-current device which feels like a gentle tingle.
Micro-current stimulation works on the spindle cells and Golgi tendon organs, reflexes found within each muscle, which control the length and tone of the muscle. As the muscles regain tone and tighten up, the skin they are attached to also tighten up. Micro-current also increases circulation to the facial skin, improving the texture and elasticity of the skin. A course of 12 treatments are recommended (more could be required depending on your lifestyle). Read More
Reflexology (foot)
The Reflexology Association of Canada defines it as "A natural healing art, based on the principle that there are reflexes in the feet which correspond to every part of the body." By stimulating and applying pressure to the feet, you are increasing circulation and promoting specific bodily and muscular functions.
Reflexology is for everybody of any age! Relieves stress, increases mental and physical function, reduces pain and discomfort. A reflexology session can be 30 to 45 minutes and is often added to an Acupuncture session.
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Herbology
Herbal prescriptions are recommended in the treatment of various diseases and may be used separately or in conjunction with acupuncture. The most commonly prescribed herbal remedies are herbal teas/decoctions consisting of a variety of raw/dried Chinese herbs or Chinese herbal powders.
