top of page
ADJUNCTIVE THERAPIES
CUPPING
Cupping is a technique where a glass cup or bamboo jar is suctioned onto the body and allowed to sit for about ten minutes. This technique stimulates circulation, relieves swelling, and greatly enhances an acupuncture or Electro-acupuncture treatment. Cupping is used for many conditions including; back pain, shoulder pain, neck pain, common colds and influenza.
GUA SHA
Gua Sha is a technique in which the skin is rubbed with a round-edged instrument in downward strokes. Gua means to scrape or rub. Sha is the term used to describe Blood stasis in the subcutaneous tissue before and after it is raised as petechiae. Gua Sha is used for many conditions including; back pain, shoulder pain, neck pain, common colds, and influenza. More...
bottom of page