By stimulating these points a qualified practitioner is able to restore healthy function to the body to resolve certain symptoms. These can be stimulated through either massage techniques, insertion of acupuncture needles, or have heat applied in the form of moxibustion.Ĭompared to non-acupoints, acupoints create signals when stimulated due to local composition of blood vessels, mast cells an nerve fibres which mediate a response. This is determined by careful questioning, palpation, and inspection of the tongue and pulse to understand specific patterns of harmony and disease in each individual. Traditionally the aim of acupuncture is to improve the flow of Qi (energy) and balance Yin and Yang to bring homeostasis to the body.

It originated in East Asia over 2000 years ago and has been used in a variety of styles worldwide ever since. The practice of acupuncture involves the insertions of very fine needles into specific points which promote the body to heal itself. Chinese medicine practitioners draw on a range of skills which include acupuncture, moxibustion, cupping, gua sha, tui na massage, Chinese dietetics, and exercise therapy.

Traditional Chinese medicine is a holistic health modality that supports natural body and mind healing processes.

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