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What is Acupuncture?

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Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicine practice that involves inserting thin needles into specific points on the body. These needles are typically made of stainless steel and are about as thin as a human hair. The theory behind acupuncture is that the body has channels of energy called meridians, and by inserting the needles into certain points along these meridians, the energy flow can be rebalanced. This is believed to help alleviate a wide range of conditions, including pain, nausea, anxiety, and insomnia. The needles used in acupuncture are typically left in place for several minutes to an hour, during which time the patient may feel a slight tingling or dull ache. After the treatment, some people report feeling relaxed and energized. Acupuncture is generally considered safe when performed by a licensed and trained practitioner. However, it may not be suitable for everyone and should not be used as a […]

5 Lessons Learned After Studying Osteopathy, Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture

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When I set out on my Chinese Medicine educational journey, I could have never imagined where it would lead me…   After all, I was just a high-schooler whose own Chinese Medicine practitioner decided to take me under her wing.   My studies led me to Beijing, then back to Toronto, and eventually led me to open up my own practice. I was able to meet and learn from the most renowned and respected practitioners in the industry.   It also kickstarted my deep study in Osteopathy.   Unlike many Chinese Medicine practitioners or Acupuncturists, I have specialized knowledge in all three disciplines. Because having the unique ability to pull from multiple bodies of knowledge allows me to fill in the gaps when needed. This means I can serve you better and puts me in the best position to help you optimize your health.   Over the years, I have […]

How to detect pain… Part 2!

A lot of my patients ask me, “How do you know where the pain is?” Picture this: You are standing in front of a large table topped with a cloth. Blindfolded. You’re asked to hold the two corners of the table cloth and create a wave – just like when you were a kid with the parachute. Even though you can’t see the cloth move, you can feel that it’s making a big wave with ease. Then imagine a cup of water is placed on top of the cloth. And you’re asked to do the same thing. But when you try to create the wave, you no longer feel the ease. Instead, there is an obstruction. And the air beneath the wave has to flow around the obstruction to get to the other side. This is exactly how injury works in the human body. Think of the table cloth as […]