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Traditional Chinese Medicine

 

 

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has been thoroughly used for over 4000 years and is a comprehensive medical system with its own principles, diagnostic methods and therapies. It is used by 25% of the world's population.

TCM views the body as an organic whole with a network of channels connecting the internal organs, blood, bones, body fluids, ‘Qi' (pronounced ‘Chee' which means Vital Energy), muscles, tendons and the skin. The Chinese believe that ‘Qi', which flows within the channels in the human body, can be enhanced, improved and nourished so that the patient is not only symptom free but is healthy and full of vitality with a balance in the body that prevents illness.

TCM holds the central belief that health in all parts of the body is due to the relative balance of ‘Yin and Yang'. Yin-Yang theory forms the basis of TCM's approach to health and illness and also offers practical guidance in the prevention and management of illnesses.

 

Acupuncture

Acupuncture aims to prevent illness and preserve the well-being of the body and mind. It involves the insertion of fine, sterilised needles into the human body at points along the energy meridians. A diagnosis is made and the acupuncture points are chosen accordingly after discussion of the symptoms plus a full observation of the patient (including their pulse and tongue).

A treatment plan is made according to the severity of the symptoms. The underlying cause of the disease will determine the length of treatment. If the cause is chronic, regular weekly treatment will be necessary for a period of two to three months. If, however, the problem is recent (such as a sporting injury) and the patient is healthy, then two treatments per week for a couple of weeks should resolve the injury. Prior to the insertion of the needles the patient receives 15 minutes of traditional Chinese massage.

 

Ear Candling

Hopi Ear Candles are a hollow candle with one end placed in the ear and the other is lit by a flame. As the candle heats up, a vacuum is caused and ear wax from deep within your ears and around your sinuses is brought to the surface and fills the space inside the candle.

This treatment can be used on anyone over the age of five and can benefit those with sinus, nose, throat or ear problems and is a great treatment to keep a ‘clear head’.

 

Moxibustion

Moxibustion is the process of burning Mugwort (a Chinese herb) above the skin to warm the channels and expel cold from the body. It is used to strengthen the core energy of the body and maintain good health.

 

 

Cupping and Scraping

Cupping involves the placement of suction cups upon the back, which draw out toxins through the skin’s pores.

Scraping involves Tiger Balm being rubbed into the back and then being scraped off, drawing out toxins in the process. (This treatment is also known as a ‘Back Scrape’.)

These methods can also be used for muscle tension and to aid with ‘flu-like symptoms by detoxifying the body of impurities.  

 

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