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ACUPUNCTURE

Acupuncture is the use of very fine needles to rebalance the body’s natural state of balance. The Eastern philosophy believes that there are 12 meridians or channels that flow freely, one into the next over and through the body like the streams and rivers in nature. When these streams and rivers flow freely, it results in no pain, good energy, and clear state of mind.

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MASSAGE

Massage is a general term for pressing, rubbing and manipulating your skin, muscles, tendons and ligaments. Massage may range from light stroking to deep pressure. There are many different types of massage. Massage is generally considered part of complementary and alternative medicine. Studies of the benefits of massage demonstrate that it is an effective treatment for reducing stress, pain and muscle tension.

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ADDITIONAL MODALITIES

Add on to any massage an additional 25min of traditional fire cupping, hot stones, massage, lymphatic drainage massage, assisted therapeutic stretching, scar tissue massage, pre-recorded hypnotherapy sessions, aroma wellness, gua sha, jade rolling, herbal face masque application, for more of a luxurious or intensified experience.

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HYPNO-ACUPUNCTURE

Our hypnotherapy sessions are personalized to the patient, assisting with a variety of issues and can be played in conjunction with acupuncture. Our hypnotherapy sessions include; pain, weight loss, fertility, IVF transfer, addiction, auto-immune and more.

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Types of acupuncture

Japanese Meridian Acupuncture

Japanese Meridian Therapy is a style of acupuncture that combines a root and branch treatment to help bring the patient into harmony and balance. The biggest difference between Japanese Meridian Therapy and the TCM style of acupuncture is that, in the Japanese style we use the most gentle technique and the thinnest needles possible to treat and balance the patient. The emphasis in the Japanese Style is on the practitioner to feel the arrival of Qi at the point, and therefore we can provide treatment with shallow insertion or even with no needles at all if the patient is fearful of needles. The Japanese style is great for children and people new to acupuncture, or people who are more sensitive overall. Japanese Meridian Therapy is rooted in centuries old tradition and was traditionally practiced by blind practitioners, which is why the emphasis in this style of medicine is on palpation, or touch.

Neuropuncture

Neuropuncture is a special system of acupuncture that combines neuroscience, other Western medical sciences, and present evidence-based acupuncture clinical research. It uses the Traditional Chinese Medicine acupuncture model to effectively modulate the nervous system by intentionally targeting specific receptors for the release of neuropeptides. This technique can also be used to reset dysfunctional visceral autonomic reflexes for improved organ function, as well as depolarizing overstimulated nerve roots for pain management.

Motor Point Therapy

Motor Point Therapy is particular Style of acupuncture designed by Matt Callison LAc. This style of Acupuncture integrates Western awareness of the musculoskeletal system and the channels used in Traditional Chinese Meridian Therapy. This system is a collection of “ motor points” that lie within each individual muscle , once needled accurately will trigger the nervous system to “ reboot” or “ refire” a muscle that may be hypertonic. ( aka as “ locked or stuck” ) During this style of acupuncture , you will in fact feel the muscle itself release immediately and along with traditional channel therapy points also used will erupt in immediate and long term relief.

Tung's Master Points Acupuncture

Master Ching Chang Tung , was an acupuncture guru who recorded the oral tradition of acupuncture points that were traced back to the Han Dynasty. The acupuncture system he shared is a compilation of 500 points that do not relate to the traditional acupuncture meridian system. These ” magic points” have been used to treat all conditions in the body by using fewer needles with speedier results. These points are not for the faint of heart, but for the results oriented patient.

Five Elements Acupuncture

The ” 5 Element style ” of acupuncture is a strong and potent style of acupuncture that is based on the “unblocking” of the flow of Qi in the channels. Each channel has an “entry” and “exit” point as one channel should flow easily into the next. However, emotional trauma as well as physical trauma will stifle, back up or block this flow , inhibiting its smooth transition into the next channel. This style of acupuncture uses 4 points to unblock the channel that is stuck and open the channel it is meant to flow into. ” if ever you feel stuck ” in life, 5 elements is the method to help free you and unleash your full potential .

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)

Traditional Chinese Medicine style acupuncture or TCM is based on balancing the primary 12 meridians or channels using very thin acupuncture needles. It is deeply seeded in the Tao and was derived from thousands of years of empirical evidence. The Channels flow like waterways or streams through the body and if obstructed cause pain and when deficient leave malnourishment and disease. Diagnosis is done by feeling the pulse and examining the tongue. When experiencing this method, the needle is rarely felt on insertion , but the effort to is to achieve “de qi” on the point. Some may not feel the de qi, while others may feel sensations of warmth, soreness, or a light release after the Qi has been summoned or released from the point chosen. TCM is usually accompanied by Moxibustion, cupping or gua sha among many other tools to relieve pain and resume balance and health.

Types of Massage

Swedish Massage

This massage is designed, solely to gently increase blood flow and fully relax the patient. This massage is highly recommended for those looking to reduce stress and anxiety while supporting their immune system.

Deep Tissue / Sports Massage

This is a clinical massage that targets certain areas or muscle groups of the body, with very strong pressure to release tight muscles relieve stress. This is the ideal massage for an injured patient or active athlete. It involves a mixture of deep tissue, tuina, Swedish, as well as active and passive stretching. The goal is to reduce pain and realign the patient while reducing stress and encouraging relaxation.

Lymphatic Drainage Massage

This is a specific type of massage using light pressure and long, rhythmic strokes to naturally increase and activate your lymph which helps the immune system to fight off infections and reduce toxins.

Prenatal Massage

Our Massage therapists are skilled on how to relieve the aches, pains and discomforts of the pregnant mama, while relaxing and calming the “Little One” within. Rest assured that our massage therapists know which points to hit and which ones they should not, to ensure a healthy, happy pregnancy. This massage is recommended for pregnant mamas after 15 weeks of pregnancy.

Tuina Massage

This massage is based in Traditional Chinese Medicine and involves a series of “ rocking and rolling” techniques. it is traditionally done over clothes, but we can do it either way and can be incorporated with other techniques. The history of this massage is one originally based in “ bone setting” which is similar to today’s chiropractic, so it’s primary focus is realignment and stimulating blood flow.

Cranial Sacral

Cranial sacral therapy (CST), also known as sacral massage, is a gentle, non-invasive technique that uses touch to improve the function of the craniosacral system. The craniosacral system includes the bones of the skull, the lower end of the spine, and the membranes and fluid that surround and protect the brain and spinal cord.

Trigger Point

Trigger point massage is a targeted therapy that uses deep pressure to release tension in sore areas of the body. These areas, also known as trigger points or knots, are small, tight areas in the muscle fibers and fascia that can restrict blood flow and cause pain.