Acupuncture in the Western Suburbs

Your acupuncturist works with over 2,000 acupuncture points on the body. Each point is connected to specific body tissues, muscles and organs. It is believed that acupuncture works by regulating the nervous system, aiding pain killing endorphins and increasing the immune system which helps the body to heal.

Over the past 5000 years, herbal therapy has developed into its own art form. Chinese herbs are a great way to treat acute and chronic problems – restoring balance to your body. Herbs are combined synergistically into formulas which are available in several forms at Pure Health and Wellness – tinctures, powders (which are taken as a tea), and patents (pill form). Originally, herbs were taken in raw form - first boiling together, then adding more water, and finally cooking again to make a tea.

Herbs are taken for many reasons: to assist with a quicker recovery from the common cold, menstrual pain, and even assist those with high blood pressure and diabetes. Herbs can strengthen the body’s immune system, balance those conditions that lead to excess and deficiency in your body, and nurture those conditions caused by the modern day stresses of life. Dependent upon your condition, your acupuncturist will prescribe the appropriate formula as well as inform you if these herbs are taken for a longer or shorter duration of time.

Perhaps you watched the 2008 Summer Olympics and noticed the female marathon runner from China as she crossed the finish line. Those marks on her shoulder were from cupping, an ancient technique that combines glass cups that are applied to your skin’s surface and stick by removing the oxygen. While it can leave marks on your skin that resembles bruises, they are not painful and will disappear in several days. The theory behind cupping is that it brings circulation and blood to the surface and muscles, removing the toxins that cause pain. Cupping is mostly used for those with muscular and joint pain. Once you try it, you will never go back to suffering with nagging aches and pains. Cups are sterilized after each use.