Acupuncture

ACUPUNCTURE works based on the principle that our bodies are driven by energy and we are all electric beings. While acupuncture is sometimes employed to treat the physical structure, it is often working on an energetic level.  Many times we are unable to recover from pain because our energetic “healing” reserves are low.  By giving the body just a little boost or helping improve the flow of energy in the body, acupuncture can set the body back on the course of self-repair.

There are a variety of different acupuncture styles that acupuncturists may use.  I find that sometimes Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) or sports acupuncture techniques work best while at other times a more subtle, Japanese style treatment is appropriate.  But every individual is different and the treatment required is different for every individual .

Along with acupuncture I may use other techniques such as cupping, gua sha or moxibustion.  These are designed to further improve the flow of energy and blood, oxygen and nutrients in an area or strengthen organ function.  Exercise, stretching, qi gong or meditation techniques may also be suggested.