Treatments
Acupuncture
The term “acupuncture” describes a family of procedures involving the stimulation of points on the body using a variety of techniques. The acupuncture technique that has been most often studied scientifically involves penetrating the skin with thin, solid, metallic needles that are manipulated by the hands or by electrical stimulation. Practiced in China and other Asian countries for thousands of years, acupuncture is one of the key components of traditional Chinese medicine.
Although millions of Americans use acupuncture each year, often for chronic pain, there has been considerable controversy surrounding its value as a therapy and whether it is anything more than placebo. Research exploring a number of possible mechanisms for acupuncture’s pain-relieving effects is ongoing.
Chinese Herbs
Herbal Medicine is a safe and highly effective component of Oriental Medicine. Most herbal formulas are made up of roots, flowers, nuts and seeds. When prescribed correctly, herbal medicine can achieve results very quickly,without undesirable side effects. Not only do herbs lessen the symptoms of an imbalance or disease, they also target the cause of those symptoms. This is referred to as treating the "branch" and the "root."
Cupping
Cupping therapy is an ancient form of alternative medicine in which a local suction is created on the skin and this is believed to mobilize blood flow in order to promote healing. Cupping is used to treat a broad range of medical conditions such as pain, blood disorders (anaemia, haemophilia), rheumatic diseases (arthritic joint and muscular conditions), fertility and gynaecological disorders, and skin problems (eczema, acne), and detoxification.
Gua Sha
Gua sha (Chinese: 刮痧; pinyin: guā shā), literally "to scrape away fever" in Chinese. Gua sha involves repeated pressured strokes over lubricated skin with a smooth edge. Commonly a ceramic Chinese soup spoon was used,
Acupressure, Massage, Bodywork
Tui na is a hands-on body treatment that uses Chinese taoist and martial arts principles in an effort to bring the eight principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) into balance. The practitioner may brush, knead, roll/press, and rub the areas between each of the joints,known as the eight gates, to attempt to open the body's defensive (wei) chi and get the energy moving in the meridians and the muscles. It aids the treatment of both acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions, as well as many non-musculoskeletal conditions.
Testimonials
“I tried acupuncture less than a month ago for the first time after suffering a neck, back and shoulder injury at work over 4 yrs ago. I had a shoulder surgery , went through many sessions of physical therapy, had trigger point injections, epidurals and only had temporary relief of the problem. I had taken many pain killers and nothing seem to work for more than just a couple of hours or days. The first time my chiropractor referred me to the acupuncturist, I was almost in tears due to the terrible pain. I was so desperate that was willing to try anything just to be pain free. The acupuncture not only help me relieved the pain from day one, but also helped me be able to relax and sleep better during the nights.
Blanca, V, Lodi NJ
I have tried acupuncture for the first time and it immediately relieved my neck, lower back and ankle pains. Already highly recommended to my friends and relatives. Very comforting and relaxing feeling after each session with utmost professional care and attention.at you are.
Thomas T, Jersey city, NJ
Rates
Initial Consultation: 1.0-1.5 hours - $150.oo
- Tongue Evaluation
- Pulse Diagnostics
- Acupuncture treatment
- Herbal Recommendations as appropriate
- Cupping or Gua Sha as needed
- Plan for course of treatment
Follow-Up Consultations: 0.5-1.0 hour - $100.oo
- Tongue Evaluation
- Pulse Diagnostics
- Acupuncture treatment
- Herbal Recommendations as appropriate*
- Cupping or Gua Sha as needed