Acupuncture
Acupuncture is a complementary medical practice that entails stimulating certain points on the body, most often with a needle penetrating the skin, to alleviate pain or to help treat various health conditions.
Developed millennia ago in China, numerous recent studies conducted by scientists in Europe and the United States have found that acupuncture is effective in treating pain and nausea.
Herbal Medicine
Herbal medicines are one type of dietary supplement, and they are an essential part of TCM therapy. They are sold as tablets, capsules, powders, teas, extracts, and fresh or dried plants. People use herbal medicines to maintain and/or improve their health.
Moxibustion
Moxibustion is a form of heat therapy in which dried plant materials called “moxa” are burned on or very near the surface of the skin us
ed for Pain due to injury or arthritis, especially in “cold” patterns where the pain naturally feels better with the application of heat. Digestive problems and irregular elimination. Gynecological and obstetrical conditions, including breech presentation in late-term pregnancy.
Tuina
The term Tuina (pronounced “twee naw”), which means “pinch and pull,” refers to several types of bodywork, including massage and acupressure. Compared to massage, Tui na is not generally used for pleasure and relaxation, but rather as a treatment to address specific patterns of disharmony.
Cupping
Cupping therapy is an ancient form of alternative medicine in which a therapist puts special cups on your skin for a few minutes to create suction. People get it for many purposes, including to help with pain, inflammation, blood flow, relaxation, and well-being, and as a type of deep-tissue massage
Taiji/Qigong
The ancient Chinese practices of Taiji (Tai Chi) and Qigong (pronounced Chee-gung) combine slow, deliberate movements, meditation, and breathing exercises to keep your body, mind, and spirit in constant and harmonious motion. Qigong, in general, focuses more on health benefits whereas Taiji focuses more on building and increasing strength.