Acupuncture Services

Traditional Chinese Medicine, (TCM) is based on the concept that health is achieved through the delicate balance and smooth flow of energy or chi. Fine, sterile needles are inserted into the skin along energy pathways called meridians to stimulate and restore this balance.

Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine are recommended for pain, digestive disorders, female disorders, weight management, asthma, longevity, immune enhancing and more.
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Acupuncture & Stop Smoking

Smoking addiction is due to the nicotine inhaled into the bloodstream, which then occupies the brain endorphin receptor sites. Endorphins are natural opium-like chemicals released by the brain that make us feel good. Its release is stimulated mainly by physical exercise and spiritual activities such as praying or meditation. Nicotine suppresses the brain's production of endorphins and occupies the receptor sites in the brain, making the smoker feel good as long as he continues smoking. When a smoker stops smoking, the endorphin receptor sites remain empty and unstimulated, making the smoker feel the familiar uncontrollable withdrawal symptoms and the intense craving to smoke. The problem is that nicotine suppresses natural endorphin production to such a low level that takes many weeks or months to recover. Acupuncture is believed to stimulate natural brain endorphin release, bypassing the long wait for natural endorphin production, thus removing the craving and decreasing the withdrawal symptoms associated with quitting smoking.
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Acupuncture for Pain Relief

For acute conditions, such as injuries, permanent pain relief often results after only a small number of treatments. For chronic conditions, progress is slower but progressive. After a series of treatments, some patients are pain free and stay that way. Others may need periodic follow-up treatments to manage the pain in a drug-free way. Acupuncture does not just relieve pain but in many cases also helps with the healing process. It stimulates the circulation of blood and healing energy in the diseased area. The idea of healing energy, called chi in the Chinese language, is not popular in Western medicine, which comprehends the body and mind only in biochemical terms, but it is an important part of acupuncture theory, as well as many other traditional healing systems. When the chi of the body is balanced, other health problems seemingly unrelated to the pain often begin to improve.
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Acupuncture for Weight Decrease

Acupuncture points within the ear are used for general detoxification and weight loss. Five tiny needles are placed in each ear, All but one have specific organs within the body that they correspond with. The organs include the lung, kidneys, liver and nervous system, the other point is for relaxation. After these are placed you will be asked to relax. The treatment will stimulate the production of endorphins which are the "feel good" chemicals. This helps to fight cravings for carbohydrates, decrease appetite, and in instance of substance abuse, help with withdrawal symptoms.
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Cosmetic Acupuncture

This is an effective means of removing or minimizing fine lines around the eyes, lips and mouth. It helps to raise bags from under the eyes, firm the chin and improve skin tone.

Very fine acupuncture needles are inserted into the skin on the face and body to stimulate energy and blood flow, increase local collagen production, to nourish the skin and tonify the internal organs. The signs of ageing are reduced and your skin is revitalized and rejuvenated!
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More information on Cosmetic Acupuncture

What is Cosmetic Acupuncture?

Cosmetic Acupuncture or an Acupuncture Facelift is a non-surgical procedure that will help rejuvenate and revitalize your whole body. It will improve blood and energy circulation, nourish your skin and increase collagen production to diminish the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, sagging and dull skin.

Cosmetic Acupuncture is based on the principals of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Chinese Medical practitioners have a clear understanding of the meridian system or energy pathways of the body. Through the use of fine disposable acupuncture needles an acupuncturist can help balance the energy within these pathways to restore and maintain health.

A practitioner specializing in Cosmetic Acupuncture is able to utilize the meridians that either end or begin at the face to stimulate and balance the energy and at the same time, treat the underlying factors that contribute to the aging process. This involves the insertion of hair-thin disposable needles into specific areas on the face, ears, hands, legs and torso. The needles are inserted into the energy pathways or meridians to improve the flow of Qi (energy). As the movement of energy improves, a greater amount of energy and blood are circulated to the face, nourishing, hydrating, toning and diminishing the appearance of wrinkles.

What is the course of Treatment?

For the best results, a series of 12 sessions performed weekly or twice a week is recommended. Results are visible around the 7th or 8th session. Monthly maintenance sessions will prolong the results as will facial exercises, facial acupressure massage, a healthy diet and a balanced lifestyle.

A treatment plan includes:

• Initial Assessment and Diagnosis;
• Mini Facial (Cleanse and Exfoliate);
• Medical and Cosmetic Acupuncture;
• Skin Food Therapy (if requested);
• Facial TuiNa Massage (acupressure).
• What are the Benefits of Cosmetic Acupuncture?
• Glowing, radiant, younger looking skin. Cosmetic Acupuncture will:
• help minimize or eliminate fine lines;
• help reduce a double chin;
• help reduce frown lines;
• help lift sagging skin, puffy or droopy eyelids;
• increase collagen production;
• brighten the eyes;
• improve muscle tone and dermal contraction;
• improve hormonal balance to reduce acne;
• even facial colour and tone;
• increase blood, energy and lymph circulation;
• leave you feeling refreshed, relaxed asnd rejuvenated.

Why choose Cosmetic Acupuncture over a Face Lift?

Cosmetic Acupuncture is not a replacement for surgery, however it is an excellent natural alternative. It is much less costly and a safer treatment. It is painless and has no negative side effects; there is no trauma inflicted on the body or need for recovery.

Who should Not have Cosmetic Acupuncture?

Cosmetic Acupuncture is contraindicated for some pituitary disorders, heart disorders, diabetes mellitus, high blood pressure, individuals with pacemakers, bleeding or bruising disorders, and for those who suffer from migraine headaches. Cosmetic Acupuncture should not be performed during pregnancy, during a cold or flu, during an allergic attack or during an acute herpes outbreak.

Does it Really Work?

Cosmetic Acupuncture has been performed for thousands of years in China. As early as the Sung Dynasty (960AD-1270AD) Cosmetic Acupuncture was performed on the Empress and Emperor’s concubines. For centuries, the Chinese have known that beauty radiates from the inside out. If the internal body is nourished and the energy and blood are flowing smoothly, the external body will reveal this radiance.

A recent report in The Journal of Chinese Medicine, Number 72, June 2003, by Radha Thambirajah, founder of the Academy of Chinese Acupuncture in Sri Lanka has concluded that the effects of Cosmetic Acupuncture are striking and long-lasting… her skin became smooth, her hair shiny, her eyes bright …she was beautiful. A study in 1996 in the International Journal of Clinical Acupuncture reported that among 300 cases treated with Cosmetic Acupuncture, 90% had marked effects with one course of treatment. The effects included: the skin becoming delicate and fair, improvement of the elasticity of facial muscles and leveling of wrinkles, a ruddier complexion, and overall rejuvenation.

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