Acupuncture
Japanese Acupuncture
Japanese style acupuncture focuses on what is referred to as the “root treatment”. Its focus is stronger on your constitution and overall pattern versus the ” branch” which is the manifestation of the root problem via the symptoms. It uses superficial insertion or contact needling (no insertion). Treatment often is focused on the root requiring fewer needles. Treatments are gentle and focus on tonification or strengthening of the body. A Teishin is a metal blunted object used to stimulate points and can be used instead of a needle. Shonishin is a type of gentle stroking of the meridians to create overall wellness and is especially well suited for children. Manaka is a style of Japanese Acupuncture that uses the abdomen to find patterns of imbalance and corrects the flow of qi using chords that are connected to acupuncture needles. Moxabustion or the use of heat is also often used in Japanese Acupuncture.
You may want to try Japanese Acupuncture if you are afraid of needles or if you are sensitive.
Chinese Acupuncture
Chinese style acupuncture focus is on locating the disharmony in the 12 organs or ZangFu Diagnosis. This style matches your symptoms to their underlying cause as indicated by your tongue, pulse, and sometimes your abdomen. Needles are of various sizes, inserted at various depths and are stimulated to achieve “de qi” or the arrival of qi. Electrical stimulation is also used to promote healing. Herbal treatment is central to the practice of Acupuncture in China.
You may want to try Chinese Acupuncture if you have an acute problem and you are interested in herbal therapy.
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To learn more about My Acupuncture training, visit:
NADA – National Acupuncture Detoxification Association
Engaging Vitality
Channel Theory
Body Work
Shiatsu
Japanese Meridian Massage. Uses gentle pressure along meridians and passive stretches to restore balance to the body release tension and stress. For more information visit http://www.zenshiatsuseattle.com/
Tunia
Chinese Sports Massage. Focused on correcting muscular skeletal problems through vigorous massage techniques and release of trigger points. Very effective for injury and rehabilitation. For more information visit http://www.acupuncturetoday.com/abc/tuina.php
Reiki
Channeling qi through the hands to balance the chakras, promote relaxation and heal emotional trauma. I am Reiki Master Certified. For more information visit http://www.reikimembership.com/SampleAffiliateBrochure.aspx
Flower Essence Face Massage
Flower essences are the energetic imprint of flowers in spring water preserved with brandy. I have created my own set of essences and utilize them externally to create subtle emotional effects. I use them on acupuncture points and do a combination of massage and acupressure on the face head and neck. For more information visit: http://flower-therapy.co.uk/flower-essence-therapy/
Qigong and Meditation
Qigong means energy work. It is specific movements designed to move the qi though the body for medical purposes. It is mediation through movement. I provide individual qigong exercises according to your condition and interest. I also offer group classes. For more information visit http://nqa.org/about-nqa/what-is-qigong/
Herbal Therapy
I am currently continuing my Chinese Herbal Education with Cindy Micleu through The Jade Institute.
I will be building my pharmacy in the coming year. If I do not have the herbs you need currently in my pharmacy, I am happy to order them. I can also refer you to another fantastic herbalist if needed.
My Pharmacy will include:
External Herbs: soaks, plasters, liniments and salves.
Internal Herbal Formulas: patent pills, granules and limited raw herbs
Adjunct Therapies
Fire Cupping
The use of glass cups and fire to create suction to release the muscles and increase local circulation. For more information visit: http://www.pacificcollege.edu/news/blog/2014/09/20/many-benefits-chinese-cupping
Moxibustion
Burning prepared mugwort on or near the skin to introduce heat into the body and stimulate the immune system. For more information visit: http://www.acupuncturetoday.com/abc/moxibustion.php
Gua Sha
Using a hand held tool to scrap the skin to promote blood flow, eliminate pain and speed healing. http://www.pacificcollege.edu/news/press-releases/2015/05/05/science-gua-sha
Earthing
Please request if you would like your treatment to be earthed. For more information about Earthing visit http://www.groundology.co.uk/
Heat Therapy
Application of a far-infrared heat lamp.
ElectroAcupuncture
Mild electrical stimulation of the needles to speed healing and induce specific effects. For more information visit http://www.itmonline.org/arts/electro.htm
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