Acupuncture is a time-honoured practice in traditional Chinese medicine that involves the insertion of very thin needles into specific points of the body. These points, known as acupoints, are located along energy pathways called meridians. The goal of acupuncture is to restore balance to the flow of Qi (vital energy) in the body, promoting physical, emotional, and mental well-being.

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Here’s a list of the top 10 conditions that acupuncture is commonly used to treat:

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1. Chronic Pain (e.g., back pain, neck pain, joint pain)

2. Headaches & Migraines

3. Stress & Anxiety - Mental Health Conditions

4. Insomnia & Sleep Disorders

5. Digestive Issues (e.g., irritable bowel syndrome, indigestion, bloating)

6. Menstrual Disorders (e.g., irregular periods, PMS, menopause symptoms)

7. Muscle Tension & Strains

8. Fertility Male and Female

9. Chronic Fatigue

10. Allergies (e.g., hay fever, seasonal allergies)

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There are many more; these are the top conditions. 

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), cupping therapy involves placing cups on specific acupuncture points or meridians to create a vacuum effect, promoting the flow of Qi (vital energy) and Blood. This technique helps to release stagnation, improve circulation, and relieve pain, particularly in muscular tension or injury areas.

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Gua sha involves using a smooth-edged tool to scrape the skin along meridian lines, facilitating the movement of Qi and Blood while breaking up stagnant energy. This helps alleviate pain, reduce inflammation, release heat, and promote detoxification.

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Tui na massage is a therapeutic manual therapy used in TCM that combines acupressure, stretching, and joint mobilization to clear blockages along the body’s energy pathways. By manipulating the meridians and acupuncture points, tui na aims to restore the free flow of Qi, balance Yin and Yang, and promote overall health.

Reiki is a form of energy healing based on the concept of universal life force energy, or Qi, which flows through all living things. During a Reiki session, the practitioner channels this healing energy through their hands to the recipient, either by light touch or by holding the hands slightly above the body. The aim is to clear blockages in the body’s energy field, allowing the free flow of Qi through the chakras and meridians, promoting balance and harmony on physical, emotional, and spiritual levels. Energy healing techniques focus on restoring and aligning the body's energetic systems, including the subtle body, auric field, and chakra centers. By correcting energetic imbalances, energy healing can facilitate deep relaxation, reduce stress, enhance emotional well-being, and accelerate the body’s natural healing processes. Both Reiki and energy healing work synergistically to support the body's ability to self-regulate and achieve a state of optimal health.

Craniosacral Therapy (CST) is a gentle, hands-on technique that focuses on the regulation of the craniosacral system, which includes the membranes and cerebrospinal fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord. By assessing and manipulating the craniosacral rhythm, practitioners help to release restrictions and imbalances in the fascia and connective tissue, enhancing the flow of Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) throughout the central nervous system. CST aims to optimize the body’s inherent healing capabilities, improve the function of the nervous system, and restore balance to the body’s energetic and structural systems. This therapy can address conditions related to the nervous system, musculoskeletal pain, stress, and trauma. By facilitating the free flow of Qi (life force energy) within the craniosacral system, CST promotes deep relaxation, reduces tension, alleviates pain, and supports emotional and physical well-being.