Acupuncture Microsystems, Cupping, Moxabustion
Microsystems
Acupuncture points are commonly known to extend throughout the body along the 12 channels or meridians. There are however, additional points on both the ear and scalp which can be used to treat the entire body.
Ear acupuncture, also known as auricular acupuncture, contains points that in combination can treat obesity, drug addiction, alcoholism, depression, anxiety and hypertension. The ear is rich in blood and nerves and contains many points to treat most areas of the body. Smaller needles and ear seeds are used in the treatment. Ear seeds are used by placing a metal seed with a tape adhesive over an auricular point to apply constant pressure to stimulate the point for the desired effect.
Scalp acupuncture was developed in the 1970's. The theory behind it is to help stimulate areas of the brain to help function and reduce pain. Somewhat like a manual "reset" button. The areas chosen on the scalp are associated with the area of weakness in the brain or body. Scalp acupuncture is often used to treat neurological disorders, strokes, child development disorders and pain.
Moxabustion
Moxabustion is a technique performed by burning the herb mugwort over the needle to facilitate healing. It helps to strengthen the blood, stimulate the flow of qi and maintain good health. There are two types including direct (on the skin or needle) and indirect (away from the skin). A pleasant heating sensation should be felt on the area being treated. Moxabustion is used to expel cold and move stagnation in the body. Historically, it has even been used to turn breech babies by applying moxabustion to the little toe.
Cupping
Medical texts from Egypt dating back to 1550BC and 1000BC in China describe the use of cupping. Cups are placed on the skin to create suction. The suction helps increase blood flow to promote healing. The cups are left in place for 5-10 minutes or can be moved to massage the underlying tissue. Conditions treated include pain, skin disorders, fertility, lung congestion, anxiety and depression.
Utilizing these additional techniques can enhance your Chinese Medicine therapies and supplement any healthcare plan.
In china the doctors give a therapy with the help of needles injected in the body parts of the patients to reduce the pain from their bodies . This therapy is know as Physiotherapy North Ryde prescribed by the doctor called chiropractor.
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