Acupuncture

 Acupuncture involves the insertion of very thin needles through your skin at strategic points on your body. A key component of traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture is most commonly used to treat pain. Increasingly, it is being used for overall wellness, including stress management. 

Cupping 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

Gua sha is a technique used in traditional East Asian medicine. It is often used to treat muscle pain and tension.  Gua sha may help to break down scar tissue and connective tissue, improving movement in the joints. 

Tuina is a form of Chinese therapeutic massage. 'Tui' meaning to push and 'Na' to grasp. Tuina massage can be used for a variety of purpose, such as neck pain, frozen shoulder, headache, back pain, etc. 

 Moxibustion is a form of therapy that entails the burning of mugwort leave. This is a small, spongy herb that is believed to enhance healing with acupuncture. As such, the leaves are burnt close to the skin’s surface using a stick to apply heat.  Its purpose is to strengthen the blood, stimulate the flow of Qi or energy, and maintain good health.  ‌

Chinese herbs are substances used to treat illness. The main difference between Chinese Herb and Western medicine is that herbs can be made from any natural materials of plants, animals, or mineral origin. Chinese Herbs are prescribed to restore energy balance to the opposing forces of energy.