Other Modalities
Cupping
Cupping is a therapeutic tool using small glass cups that suction to the surface of the body. Cupping promotes blood flow and circulation, reduces inflammation and clears toxins. It is used to treat pain associated with muscle tightness, spasms, sprains and strains. Common areas that cupping is applied to are the back and neck.
Gua Sha
Gua Sha is another treatment modality in Traditional Chinese Medicine using a specific tool that is scraped over specific areas of skin. “Sha” or redness can appear in the area where gua sha is applied. Gua Sha is used to relieve and release tight muscles, along the neck, back and face.
Moxibustion
Moxibustion is a therapeutic modality used in Traditional Chinese Medicine. It is a warming technique using dried herbs that are burned and held close to the surface of the skin. There are many benefits of moxa therapy. It can treat pain, infertility, fatigue, menstrual cramps, digestive system issues as well as many more health issues.
