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ACUPUNCTURE

Acupuncture is an an ancient Chinese medical therapy that has been used in China for over 2,000 years. It consists of inserting fine needles into specific points on the body in order to regulate the flow of energy that circulates around the body through pathways called Channels or Meridians.

This network of Channels connect everything in the body; by using acupuncture we can stimulate the body to resist dis-ease and overcome illness.

From a Western Medicine perspective acupuncture needles stimulate blood and circulation, helping the body to heal from injury by impacting inflammation and immune responses. It also has a neurological, endocrine and nervous system impact that brings about positive change to overall health.

MASSAGE

Massage is perhaps one of the oldest healing traditions. The Ancient Greeks, Egyptians, Chinese and Indians were convinced of the therapeutic properties of massage and used it to treat a variety of ailments.

Massage therapy is the practice of rubbing, kneading and manipulating muscles and other soft-tissue in order to release tension, improve circulation and promote the overall wellbeing of a person. Massage a form manual therapy that includes holding, moving and applying pressure to muscles, tendons, ligaments and fascia.

Benefits of massage include a deep feeling of relaxation and calm as it prompts the release of happy endorphins in the brain and helps to reduce stress hormones such as adrenaline, cortisol and norepinephrine.