In addition to needling acupuncture points, an acupuncture treatment may include other Traditional Chinese Medicine – TCM techniques such as:
Moxibustion:
Application of indirect heat using moxa (therapeutic herbs) and/or heat lamps to warm and relax muscles and energy meridians
Tuina:
(Chinese therapeutic massage): to relieve muscle tension, stimulate acupressure points, open energy meridians and stimulate the flow of qi
Electro Acupuncture:
A very low frequency electrical current (1Hz) is applied to the needle to increase blood flow, relax muscle tissue and clear stagnant qi
Cupping:
glass cups with a vacuum seal are placed on the skin to stimulate blood flow and clear stagnant qi
Guasha:
Vigorous rubbing of the skin to increase blood flow and clear stagnant qi
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