What is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture is an ancient healing practice from Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) that has been used for thousands of years. It helps the body heal naturally by restoring balance and energy flow.
How Does It Work?
Your body has a circulatory system (also known as channels) that carries oxygen and nutrients throughout. When this system gets blocked or out of balance, it can cause pain, stress, or illness.
Acupuncture uses tiny, painless needles placed on specific points in the body to restore proper flow, helping the body heal, reduce pain, and feel more balanced.
What Can Acupuncture Help With?
Acupuncture is used to support:
- Pain Relief – Helps with headaches, back pain, joint pain, and muscle tension.
- Stress & Anxiety – Calms the nervous system and promotes relaxation.
- Sleep Issues – Helps improve sleep quality.
- Digestion – Supports gut health and reduces bloating or discomfort.
- Women’s Health – Eases menstrual discomfort, balances hormones, and supports fertility.
- Immune System – Strengthens the body’s ability to fight off sickness.
Ancient Wisdom, Modern Healing
Acupuncture has been trusted for over 2,500 years because it works with the body, not against it. It’s a natural, drug-free way to feel better and stay healthy.
The Healing Powers of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Traditional Chinese Medicine is one of the oldest knownmedical systems on the planet.
Developed over 2,000 years ago in China, TCM includes a variety of medical techniques including acupuncture, Chinese herbs, tui na massage, moxibustion, Qi Gong and dietary therapy.
Chinese herbal medicine focuses on restoring balance to an otherwise unbalanced body.
Following a consultation (including medical history, pulse diagnosis and tongue diagnosis), our practitioner will create a customized blend to suit the patient’s individual needs.
Usually made up of a number of herbal and mineral extracts, the herbs are commonly prescribed in powder form to be mixed with water and consumed while warm.
What Conditions Can Chinese Medicine Treat?
Traditional Chinese herbs are an incredible alternative to Western medicine.
All-natural and side-effect free, these herbs have the ability to improve natural healing and maintain overall wellness.
By improving body functionality such as energy, immunity, physical and emotional health – Chinese herbs are a safe, painless and effective way to treat a variety of health concerns.
For a longer list of health concerns that can be treated with Traditional Chinese Herbs, see below:
ACUTE & CHRONIC PAINRELIEF
Arthritis
Back Pain
Bell’s Palsy
Bursitis
Cerebral Palsy
Fibromyalgia
Headaches and Migraines
Muscle Spasms
Neuralgia
Plantar Fasciitis
Sciatica
Sprains
Stiff Neck
Tendonitis
Tingling & Numbness in Extremities
Trigeminal Neuralgia
TMJ (Jaw Disorders)
EMOTIONAL & NEUROLOGICAL DISORDERS
Anxiety
Chronic Fatigue
Concussions
Depression
Dizziness
Drug & Alcohol Addiction
Hyperactivity & ADHD
Insomnia
Low Energy
Memory Loss
Neuropathies
Panic Attacks
Smoking Cessation
Stroke
Stress
Vertigo
ORGAN DISEASE & MALFUNCTION
Acne
Anemia
Angina Pectoris
Arteriosclerosis
Chemotherapy / Radiation Side Effects
COPD
Dermatological Disorders
Dialysis Side Effects
Eczema
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernias
High Blood Pressure
Hypertension
Psoriasis
Ringing in Ears
Shingles
Vision Problems
IMMUNITY & RESPIRATORY SUPPORT
Allergies
Asthma
Bronchitis
Candida
Colds and Flus
Earache
Emphysema
Grave’s Disease
Hay Fever
Hepatitis
Lupus
MS (Multiple Sclerosis)
Sinusitis
Sore Throat
REPRODUCTIVE & HORMONAL ISSUES
Chronic Bladder Infections
Complications in Pregnancy
Endometriosis
Fibroids
Hot Flashes
Induction
Impotence
Infertility
Irregular Menstruation
Kidney Stones
Low Libido
Menopausal Symptoms
Morning Sickness
PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome)
PMS (Premenstrual Syndrome)
METABOLIC & DIGESTIVE ISSUES
Abdominal Bloating
Acid Reflux
Crohn’s Disease
Colitis
Constipation
Diabetes
Diarrhea
Food Allergies
Gastritis
Heartburn
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
Spastic colon
Thyroid issues
Ulcers
Weight Control