Moxibustion
Moxibustion is the ancient Chinese medical practice of burning moxa — processed mugwort — to warm specific areas of the body. Moxa is burned and held about an inch above the skin or burned on acupuncture needles to warm the channels, activate the qi, and promote circulation.
Cupping
Cupping uses glass cups to create suction on the body. It can affect the body up to four inches into the tissue, causing the tissues to release toxins, activating the lymphatic system, and promoting the circulation of blood. The cups are used two different ways. Stationary cups are placed over acupuncture points to help pull out stagnation. This is especially helpful for lung disorders like asthma, allergies, chronic cough, and chest congestion. Moving cups or massage cupping is great for musculoskeletal disorders. Tight muscles relax easily because they respond differently to the negative pressure created by the cups.
Gua Sha
Gua sha, roughly translated, means "to scrape wind." It also releases unhealthy elements from injured or stagnant areas and stimulates the flow of blood and qi, promoting healing. It is used to treat internal and external conditions as well as for health maintenance. Digestive upsets, colds, flus, headaches, fibromyalgia, and painful muscles or joints are just a few of the conditions gua sha can help. Patients often notice immediate improvement in musculoskeletal pain and stiffness.
CranioSacral Therapy
CST applies gentle, therapeutic touch to manipulate the synarthrodial joints of the cranium, the spine, and the pelvis. These manipulations harmonize the flow of the cerebrospinal fluid and aid in the "primary respiration" of the body. This puts the patient into a powerful, direct experience with their own stillness and essence.
Essential Oils
Because essential oils have the ability to resonate with all the channel systems, they are given frequently as an integral aspect part of a healing program. Sarah uses essential oils following the principles of Chinese herbal medicine. By examining the taste, nature, and channel affinity of the oils, she can create a blend to balance your system. She creates custom blends on the spot for each individual session and also has home remedy blends for common ailments available for purchase.
Herbs
Sarah is also a certified Chinese herbalist and takes great joy in designing specific herbal formulations to fit the individuals need. Chinese herbal medicine can be traced back 5000 years so whether you are fighting off the flu or just wanting some extra energy these potent herbs have the answer. The herbs most commonly given are easy to swallow pills, capsules, tablets or granule formulas that are drunk like a tea. All the herbs prescribed are from reputable suppliers and GMP certified.
Nutrition Counseling
Wellness comes from the mind, the body, and the spirit — including what we put into our bodies. The food we put in our bodies is classified just like the Chinese medicinal herbs. We can use the temperature, nature and taste to create healing in the body and provide long term change.