Acupuncture Treatment

Acupuncture is a method of encouraging the body to promote natural healing and to improve functioning. this is done by inserting needles and applying heat or electrical stimulation at very precise acupuncture points.

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More than 3,500 years, acupuncture has been providing relief to people around the world. Originally developed and practiced in China, this soothing therapy is today embraced by patients who seek to alleviate symptoms caused by ailments that range from arthritis to migraines to the aftereffects of chemotherapy.

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Acupuncture draws on the belief that an energy called Qi (pronounced chee) circulates through our bodies from the top of our head to the soles of our feet. When we experience good health, this energy flows unobstructed along pathways in the body called meridians. Each meridian is believed to be connected to a specific organ system, and when an energy flow is disrupted by a disease or an injury, illness or pain occurs. Acupuncture is then used to balance the flow of Qi and stimulate our body’s natural ability to heal.

Cupping Therapy

Cupping therapy is an ancient holistic treatment used in traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and Islamic medicine. It involves creating suction on the skin using cups made of glass, bamboo, or silicone. The suction helps stimulate blood flow, remove toxins, and promote healing throughout the body.

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During the therapy, cups are placed on specific areas of the body—usually the back, shoulders, or other tension-prone regions. The suction draws the skin and superficial muscles upward into the cup. This can be done as:

• Dry Cupping: Only suction is applied without any bloodletting.
• Wet Cupping: Small incisions are made to release toxins and stagnant blood.

The therapy creates a negative pressure that improves circulation, relaxes muscles, and reduces inflammation.