Acupuncture

Acupuncture is an ancient form of medicine that has deep roots in Chinese culture.  A needle is used to puncture or "activate" vital points in the human body.  These points are referred to as "acupoints" and each point has a function that can affect the area of body associated with it.  The practitioner of acupuncture knows how to put these points together to help the person achieve balance in their body, mind and spirit.  

Electro-Acupuncture

Electro-Acupuncture uses a Tens unit called an E-stim to send a small amount of electricity through the needle. This technique is extremely effective for muscle pain, nerve pain and many other types of musculo-skeletal conditions. It is safe, effective and relatively painless.

Tui Na

 Tui Na is the oldest form of massage known.  It is an ancient practice from China that uses both the yin yang theory and the meridian theory of Chinese Medicine.  The practitioner of Tui Na sees the human body as a specific network of energy or “qi”.  All pain is considered stagnant qi: when current movement of energy is not flowing properly.  By using very specific techniques, the stagnant energy is released and balance may be brought to the body.   The patient will be fully clothed during Tui Na and loose fitting comfortable clothing should be worn.

Cupping

Cupping therapy uses either plastic or glass cups that are applied to the skin to relax the layer of connective tissue between the skin and the muscle.  In fire cupping, fire is used to displace the oxygen in the cup to create a vacuum, and in pneumatic cupping, an air pump is used.  Cupping is great for pain relief and can quickly relieve stagnation that builds up in the body.  Cupping may leave a mark similar to a bruise that will typically resolve within 1-3 days or in rare cases 1-2 weeks.  

Gua Sha

Gua Sha is a method that uses a tool to scrape along the skin to relieve pain in the body.  A mark or bruise similar to that of cupping will form to indicate where the stagnation has occurred.  Gua Sha is great for pain management, as well as helping with the common cold and allergy relief.  

Tai Chi and Qi Gong

Both Tai Chi and Qi Gong are forms of moving meditation with ancient roots. John is a life long student and teacher of Yang Style Tai Chi Chuan and specializes in the 37 posture form. He is also certified to teach 12 meridian style Qi Gong, the 8 brocades and Emei Qi Gong. Tai Chi and Qi Gong are both very effective for self healing, balance and well being.