Pathway to your Wellness Journey

Acupuncture is a process of inserting hair-thin needles into select points in the skin known as meridians. These points innervate with areas of the body identified as trouble spots. The process, which is relatively painless, redirects the body’s natural energies to bring the impacted regions back into alignment.

Most treatments take less than an hour and patients often express immediate relief. And, there is no recovery time or negative after effects. While some ailments can be treated with one or two visits, more complicated situations may require multiple treatments and other interventions. Treatment is dynamic and how you respond will inform us of direction and prognosis. Your practitioner will communicate how you are progressing and what the next steps for treatment will look like.

For thousands of years, healers have used natural herbs, plants, and minerals to aid in the healing process. In fact, most modern medications are chemical copies of natural herbs.

Your provider will assess the situation and may use a combination of medicinal herbs and acupuncture to bring about the healing process.

Fire cupping is an ancient Chinese therapy that involves placing heated cups on the skin to create suction. This suction draws blood to the surface of the skin, which can help to relieve pain, reduce inflammation, and promote healing.

How it works:

1. Heating the cup: A small amount of alcohol is placed inside a glass or ceramic cup and ignited. The heat from the flame creates a vacuum inside the cup as the air expands and then cools.  

2. Applying the cup: The flame is extinguished, and the cup is quickly placed on the skin. As the air inside the cup cools, it creates a suction that pulls the skin upward.  

3. Leaving the cup: The cup is left in place for a few minutes, then removed. The suction can leave circular marks on the skin that may be red or purple. These marks usually fade within a few days.  

Benefits of fire cupping:

• Relieves pain: Fire cupping can help to relieve pain from conditions such as back pain, neck pain, and arthritis.  

• Reduces inflammation: The increased blood flow to the area can help to reduce inflammation and swelling.  

• Promotes healing: Fire cupping can help to promote healing by bringing fresh blood and oxygen to the area.  

• Improves circulation: The suction created by the cups can help to improve blood circulation.  

• Relaxes muscles: Fire cupping can help to relax tight muscles and relieve tension.

The single most important factor in gaining healthy balance in life is making good lifestyle choices. As well as acupuncture and herbal treatments your provider will teach you how to employ good practices and simple modifications to bring about better overall health.

Your provider may also suggest additional interventions that can help with overall wellbeing including massage, cupping, exercises, and informational classes.