Moving Qi Traditional Chinese Medicine

With a 3, 000-year history, Traditional Chinese Medicine successfully addresses chronic ailments and assists pain using the modalities of: Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine, Cupping, Tai chi & Qigong.

Modalities offered

* Acupuncture
* Chinese Herbal Medicine
* Cupping
* Traditional Chinese Medical Nutrition
* Facial Rejuvenation
* Tai Chi & Qigong
* Tai Chi / Wushu classes



Acupuncture

Acupuncture uses small needles inserted into points on the body, these points run along channels called meridians. Meridians are connected and associated not only with the internal organs, but the natural circulation of Qi (energy /life force) through out the body. When the needles are inserted and stimulated, this allows for the flow of Qi to circulate freely throughout the body, influencing the blood and fluids that travel through the various systems of the body, this allows for the bodies own healing mechanism to begin.


Chinese Herbal Medicine

Chinese Herbal Medicine ( CHM ) uses a wholistic approach to understanding and treating illness, this is done using key Traditional Chinese Medicine concepts such as; Yin and Yang and the 5 element theory. As each person is individual, so are their bodies and manifested illnesses. Various types of formulas may be prescribed in treating pain, illness and aiding the bodies’ recovery. These formulas may be in Pill, Tablet, Granule, Powder or Teas (raw herb form). Various roots, leaves, bark, stems, flowers, minerals, fruits, seeds etc may be prescribed in one or more of the above mentioned forms. These herbs are used to stimulate physiological responses within the body to aid the recovery process. NO ANIMAL PRODUCTS are used within this clinic.



Cupping

Cupping uses small to medium sized glass cups to commonly treat various muscular disorders. Fire is flushed inside the cup briefly before applying to the patients skin, this creates a vacuum which seals the cup firmly to the patients body to draw and hold the skin and superficial muscles inside the cup. The cups may be left static or a sliding technique may be applied. Cupping is most commonly used in our clinic for tight muscles or pain that is deeper than the tissues to be pulled. It promotes blood circulation, deep tissue repair and activates lymphatic system.



Traditional Chinese Medical Nutrition Advice (TCMN)

TCMN uses the principles of Yin and Yang as well as the 5 element theory when advising on nutrition. The Chinese view point of a balanced diet is very different to the western approach of nutrition. TCMN is based on the 5 elements; earth, fire, water, wood and metal and their associated tastes, sweet, sour, salty, pungent and bitter. Foods that have a particular taste tend to have specific properties. For example bitter foods are more likely to clear heat and sedate and subdue rebellious Qi, therefore a "bitter" food could be used when clearing a case of diarrhoea, ( damp heat ) as this has a cooling effect on the body. So a balanced diet in TCMN is very different to a balanced western diet.



Dermal and Jade Roller

Dermal and Jade rollers are tools used commonly in Facial Rejuvenation. (cosmetic acupuncture) These instruments are used to assist collagen induction, increase nutritive absorption on the face , reduce wrinkles, pigmentation, scarring as well as reducing puffiness and sagging skin around the face. 1 treatment with a dermal roller can increase collagen production around the face by as much as 1000 % ! !




Tai Chi & Qigong

Tai Chi & Qigong are physical exercises that are used to increase, stimulate, smooth the flow and balance the bodies Qi (energy /life force). This is done using gentle movements and breathing techniques that promote the bodies’ own natural healing mechanism to occur. Qigong is the oldest known modality of Traditional Chinese Medicine, dating back almost 3000 years. It uses gentle movements and breathing techniques to calm the mind, relax the body and strengthen the Qi and internal organs. Tai Chi is based on martial arts health systems that are used to relax and quiet the mind, improve co ordination, reduce stress and smooth the flow of Qi to give maximum health benefits. These exercises are usually prescribed to enhance the effects of treatment as well as for continued health and wellbeing development.



Tai Chi / Wushu

Tai Chi / Wushu classes are a unique approach to training. Classes are fast paced for the first 45 minutes, : heavily focusing on body conditioning and cardio, Wushu Kicks (Hong Kong Kicks) and sets, Tai chi self defense applications, weaponry as well as various drills for strength, speed and agility. The last 45 minutes of class develops the quieter and more meditative aspects of Yang Tai Chi 108 form.