Acupressure, shiatsu and massage are modes of manipulation of acupoints and the soft tissue. These treatments activate the flow of chi, which results in relief of muscle soreness and promotes relaxation. Acupressure, shiatsu and massage are performed with various standard hand strokes and pressure. They can lead to lower blood pressure and heart rate while improving respiration. Researchers believe acupressure and massage helps the brain make endorphins. This explains why patients feel more tranquil after an acupressure, shiatsu or massage treatment. Acupressure is an safe and effective solution for curing various physical and mental ailments.
Herbs are prepared from a wide variety of plant materials - frequently the leaves, stems, roots, and bark, but also the flower, fruits, twigs, seeds, and exudates. They contain biologically active ingredients and are typically used when treating chronic and mild conditions; however, herbal therapy is also a great supplement in dietary therapy as well as when treating acute and severe diseases.
Herbs can be of great value when used in a program of self-care and preventative medicine. Herbal formulas are recommended according to the symptoms and the individual constitution of the client. Herbal formulas can help in the healing of a disorder and in optimizing total body health. Studies have proven that investing in one's optimum health with herbal therapy will prolong healthy organ functioning, strengthen the immune system, prevent the onset of disease and illness, benefit mental well-being, and increase mental acuity.
Numerous studies have proven that auricular acupuncture is one of most effective ways to stop smoking. Acupuncture is safe, effective, and does not have any of the adverse side effects that accompany quitting an addiction by medication. Our Smoking Cessation Program includes the use of acupuncture in controlling cravings and withdrawal symptoms and many of our patients have found acupuncture to aid in strengthening motivation and will-power.