The Ancient Science of Chinese Medicine
Chinese Medicine is a complete medical system that has been used for over 3,000 years for preventive care, health maintenance and treatment of disease. The goal of this holistic modality is to restore balance to the body, mind, emotions and spirit to help recover one's own healing capacity. Rather than just focusing on symptoms, Chinese medicine seeks to determine the deeper, underlying causes of illness. Acupuncture, herbs, massage, qigong and dietary therapy are included in the practice of Chinese medicine.

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Acupuncture
Chinese medical theory explains that humans have a natural flow of energy through the body. Pain and disease are caused by an imbalance or blockage of this energy, called Qi (pronounced Chee). Qi is the animating force that gives us the ability to move, think, and feel. Acupuncture is a therapy that adjusts the circulation of qi flowing through channels in the body. The acupuncture points are like gates which can be opened and closed using thin, sterile needles to adjust the movement of Qi, fluids, and blood to encourage proper functioning of muscles, nerves, and organ systems. The goal of treatment is to help restore balance or harmony to the flow of Qi and thus return the body to a healthy state.

Acupuncture needles are very fine, about the thickness of a human hair. There should be little discomfort with needle insertion. Sterile, disposable stainless steel needles are used exclusively for your safety.

Herbal Medicine
The sophisticated art of Chinese medicine dating back to 3700 BC includes over 300 herbs with its own systematic way of classifying and prescribing them. They are used to adjust and balance the energy and blood flow internally. Formulas are prescribed that contain an average of 10-15 herbs and can be taken in a variety of forms. When prescribing an herbal formula, the practitioner takes into account the body's energetic and body fluid imbalances in the organs and meridians, the patient's constitution, as well as the functions of each herb individually and their interactions when used together. Herbal medical treatment uses and values the wisdom of the whole plant to interact with the body in a more harmonious fashion, and as a result there are relatively few if any side effects of using herbs.

Chinese Medical Massage
Tuina (pronounced Twee-na), is a Chinese style of medical massage that uses various pressure point techniques including kneading, pressing, rolling, and stretching in an effort to regulate the functions of meridians, Qi and blood, and internal organs to recover the proper functioning of muscles, tendons, and joints. Tuina is typically used in conjunction with acupuncture for treatment of musculo-skeletal issues like neck and back pain. For infants and children, pediatric tuina is an effective and gentle form of massage therapy that is commonly used for digestive, respiratory and urinary complaints.

Dietary Therapy
A solid dietary foundation is important to enhance one's overall health as well as the effectiveness of Chinese medicine treatment. Food therapies from both the Western and Oriental nutritional perspectives are combined to create the maximum healing benefit. Western nutrition emphasizes on the importance of proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins and minerals. Oriental dietary therapy focuses on the warming and cooling natures of food, the ability to enhance energy in the body, calm the mind, and moisten the body systems.

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