Originating from China, acupuncture is now used all over the world in clinics and hospitals. Single use, surgical steel needles are placed into points along meridians to illicit a physiological response in the body.

Acupuncture has been studied for decades and it’s efficacy is now well established in the medical community. Treatments are effective for a wide range of health conditions.

Herbal formulations based on Chinese medicine are sophisticated in design. Consisting of several herbs, formulas are put together like the perfect recipe. Each herb has a targeted effect on the body and the herbs together act synergistically on each other to enhance and create the healing effect of the entire formula.

Herbal formulas are available in several different forms.

The herbs used in my practice are GMP certified. Herbs are sourced from established and reputable companies.

Qigong means ‘energy cultivation/practice’ and includes meditation, breathing awareness and gentle movements. Qigong practices enhance vitality, support healthy muscles, joints and connective tissue, condition the lungs to support oxygenation of the blood, reduce stress and calm the mind.

Acupuncturists spend time educating their patients on a healthy lifestyle. Recommendations based on your constitution in Chinese medicine include: dietary, qigong, other forms of exercise and habits to enhance your wellbeing and minimize health issues.

Moxibustion is the use of the herb mugwort to warm the meridians. Heat therapy is the use of a TDP lamp which is placed over areas of the body. Both of these therapies promote the movement of qi which enhances the effects of acupuncture.

Tui Na means push/pull. It is also known as ‘acupressure’ which is a form of massage using specialized techniques to soften the body’s muscles and tissues.

Cupping releases tension in the muscles and promotes the circulation of qi and blood to relieve pain.