
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Acupuncture has stood the test of time (over 3500 years) and can trace its roots to Traditional Chinese Medicine. This treatment modality involves inserting a fine needle into pre-determined points to elicit a specific response.</strong></h2>



<p>Unlike IMS, acupuncture aims to balance the body’s energy thereby promoting healing, decreasing pain, and improving overall function.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Fire Cupping</h2>



<p>Cupping is one of the oldest natural healing modalities. Fire cupping is a type of acupressure therapy using glass cups that are specifically designed for heating to suction. When applied to the body, a vacuum is created and skin is gently pulled into the cup.</p>



<p>Benefits of Cupping:</p>



<ul>
<li>Detoxifies</li>



<li>Relieves chronic or acute pain</li>



<li>Expels external pathogens</li>



<li>Releases fascia</li>



<li>Helps lymphatic drainage</li>



<li>Improves circulation</li>
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Acupuncture has stood the test of time (over 3500 years) and can trace its roots to Traditional Chinese Medicine. This treatment modality involves inserting a fine needle into pre-determined points to elicit a specific response.