Techniques Used

Acupuncture
The needles used in acupuncture are very different to the hypodermic needles used in Western Medicine. Acupuncture needles are not hollow and they do not slice through skin and muscles. Instead, they have a conical shaped tip, parting the skin and muscle as the needle glides into the acupuncture point. This means that there is little to no discomfort when the needle is inserted. Acupuncture needles are single-use and sterile, and they are made of stainless steel. Therefore they do not break or cause infection.

Moxibustion
This is the process whereby a small bundle of herb is burnt either on the end of the needle or over the skin of an acupuncture point. This is used to put warmth into the channel to remove cold blockages, or for such conditions as “frozen shoulder”.

Cupping
Heat is placed inside a cup to create a vacuum which is then placed onto the skin creating a suction effect. This is used to remove toxins and old blood from sore muscles. As a result of this the skin may appear bruised at the site of cupping due to the toxins coming up to the surface. There is no discomfort and the marks will disappear after a couple of days.

Granulated and Patent Herbal Formula
As most people these days don’t have time to spend hours cooking herbs, I use easy to administer patent and granulated herbal formulas. These are as simple as swallowing a couple of tablets, or a spoon of granules. Each formula is individually matched to your condition to ensure maximum effectiveness. All the herbal formulas used are TGA approved and 100% natural.