Traditional Chinese Medicine
For 5,000 years, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has been a method of healing the body using acupuncture, herbs, and massage. It is based on the Yin and Yang and the balance specific to your body.
Acupuncture
How does Chinese acupuncture work?
When your natural balances become abnormal, illness and problems may occur. In the body, there are non-visible channels flowing that are full of Qi, an energy. Along these channels exist points where the Qi collects, and each point on each channel possesses the potential to alter the flow of the Qi, thereby rebalancing the Yin and Yang. This imbalance may cause a deficiency or excess of Qi. The imbalances show up as symptoms, and further evaluation may allow a skilled practitioner of TCM to find the root of the imbalance and formulate a combination of acupoints that will help restore the balance
Cupping
How does Chinese cupping work?
Cupping is used in opening up the meridians in the body, which are the channels through which energy flows in the body. Traditional cupping uses heat to get results, and now a new method uses a cold suction technique. Modern cupping techniques use glass or plastic cups that use a one-way valve. The cups are placed on the body as pumps draw air out through the valves, and the glass cups allow the acupuncturist to determine the force of the suction. By leaving the cup in place for a few minutes, a blood stasis is formed and healing is localized to that area.
Tui Na and Massages
How does Tui Na and Massages work?
Tui Na is a massage technique that involves stretching, kneading, shaking and breathing to help release muscles and open joints. A more advanced method called Chi Gong Tui Na utilizes alignment and pulsation to create opening and relaxation is also available. We also have general massage available upon request.
Herbal Medicine
How does Chinese Herbal Medicine work?
We have nationally licensed herbalists here to help you discover the benefits of Chinese herbs. We also have a full powder pharmacy that we can customize a formula for your particular balancing needs. Patent or pill form of many formulas are also available.