What is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture is the practice of inserting very thin, sterile steel needles into the skin to stimulate specific points in the body. Sometimes a heat lamp is used to aid relaxation. Acupuncture has been proven benefical for:
- Arthritis, back pain, neck pain, joint pain, or muscle pain
- Migraines and headaches
- Side effects from cancer treatments and recovery from surgery
- Menstrual cramps
- Fertility
- Allergies
- Neurological disorders
- Digestive problems
- Mood and stress
- Increased energy and mental clarity
Our Acupuncturists are registered with the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners & Acupuncturists of BC.
What does Acupuncture Feel Like?
Acupuncture needles are much thinner than medical needles and generally do not cause any pain other than a small pricking sensation when it is inserted.
Benefits of Facial Acupuncture
- Brightened complexion
- Reduced sagging of skin
- Reduced acne
- Reduced appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
- Reduced puffiness and swelling
- Minimized pores
- Improved facial muscle tone
- Reduced jaw tension
Auricular (Ear) Acupuncture
Auricular treatments are actually a type of acupressure, which uses small metal “seeds” that stick to your ear with a tiny adhesive bandage that can be simply peeled off. The seeds are used to target acupuncture points without using needles.
Ear seeds are beneficial for may ailments, including:
- Insomnia
- Nausea and vomiting
- Migraines
- Mood and stress
- Acute and chronic pain
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