Traditional Chinese Medicine
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is considered an ancient science and healing art, which is based on texts that are over 2000 years old. TCM encompasses a variety of treatments and philosophies, which are applied appropriately after an in-depth consultation with an Acupuncturist trained in traditional methods.
what to expect
The first visit includes a treatment and consultation and is around 75-90 minutes to allow time to go over the client’s health history and reasons for visit. Then a full acupuncture treatment is administered. Dayna tends to make recommendations on diet, lifestyle, sometimes herbs and supplements, especially if it pertains to the present complaints.
Follow up visits are about 50-60 minutes in length. Dayna always leaves time for discuss before beginning the treatment. Ideally needles are left in for at least 30 minutes- usually around 40-45, as this allows the Qi circulate through all of the meridians. “Longer” treatments also seem to be better for getting the nervous system into a more relaxed state.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture is the application of very fine disposable needles inserted into certain points on the body. The points are selected to correct physical, mental and emotional imbalances.
Cupping
Cupping is the use of suction on the body. We use either glass cups, suctioned with the use of a flame or silicon cups. It is used for Qi and blood stagnation in eastern terms, and releasing the fascia and relieving tension and pain in western terms.
Chinese Herbal Medicines
Chinese Herbal Medicines can be used in a wide variety of ways, including for treating sleep, anxiety, the common cold, and regulating menstrual cycles.
Additional Treatments
Moxibustion
Acupressure
Tuina
Gua Sha
Diet and lifestyle advice