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Techniques
There are different styles of acupuncture, but at Traditional
Chinese Acupuncture we are using acupuncture techniques based on Chinese
Medical knowledge. We only use single-use sterile needles which are discarded
appropriately after each treatment. Other techniques which may be used
during treatment are:
- Acupressure: pressure stimulation of an acupuncture point
- Laser stimulation: Laser stimulation on an acupuncture point
- Massage: Therapeutic massage applicable where sensible
- Moxibustion therapy: Use of burning the herb mugwort (Artemisia
vulgaris) to stimulate an acupuncture point
- Heat Therapy: Is relaxing for muscles and comforting at the same
time
- The use of suction cups: Often used to relieve muscle tension.
They work like inverted massages
- Ear acupuncture: Using press-tack needles to stimulate ear-acupuncture
points (very useful for permanent acupuncture effect e.g. against
nausea-morning sickness)
- Breathing exercises: To promote healing and well being and to create
awareness of your body
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