What is Acupuncture?

Acupuncture is a holistic health technique that stems from Traditional Chinese Medicine practices (TCM) in which trained practitioners stimulate specific points on the body by inserting thin needles into the skin. 

To keep the body working properly, Traditional Chinese Medicine believes that any excesses or deficiencies in yin or yang need to be corrected. By addressing the body as a whole, acupuncture is one way to bring the body back to its normal balance. Acupuncture is used to promote and restore the balance of energy, which flows throughout the body, to aid in overall wellbeing.

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The Benefits of ACUPUNCTURE

  • Neurological Problems

  • Gynecological Disorders & Infertility

  • Fatigue & Addiction

  • Endocrine Disorders

  • Headaches / Migranes

  • Emotional Disorders

  • Digestive Complaints

  • Pain Syndromes


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ACUPUNCTURE OFFERINGS AT SAFFRON & SAGE

 
 

+ ACUPUNCTURE

A holistic health technique that stems from Traditional Chinese Medicine practices (TCM) in which trained practitioners stimulate specific points on the body by inserting thin needles into the skin. Acupuncture is used to promote and restore the balance of energy, which flows throughout the body, to aid in overall wellbeing.

+ Immunity Acupuncture

Curated to support immunity through a combination of modalities such as acupuncture, fire cupping, gua sha or moxa.
Also your go-to treatment for to combat seasonal allergies.

 

+ PAIN & INFLAMMATION Acupuncture

Targets specific areas of pain in order to reduce inflammation, increase blood flow, improve range of motion and regulate nerve response. Great for Sports Recovery, Low Back Pain, Chronic Pain and Arthritis.

+ PRE + POST VACCINE SUPPORT

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, vaccines are seen as an addition of heat to the system. When this happens, it is important to prepare the body and immune system prior and drain the heat afterwards.

PRE VACCINE / BOOSTER: Acupuncture + Moxibustion (warming therapy) to strengthen your qi a day or two before you receive your shot.
POST VACCINE / BOOSTER: Acupuncture & Fire Cupping session to drain excess heat from the body and release sore muscles.

 

+ Trauma-Informed Acupuncture

A trauma-informed approach to acupuncture seeks to acknowledge the impact of trauma to best understand the paths for recovery. Through our collaborative-care model, a comprehensive awareness and understanding of one’s life experiences is captured to deliver the most effective care. The core principles of safety, trustworthiness and transparency, collaboration, empowerment, and humility and responsiveness are upheld by both the practitioner and the client throughout the treatment. By addressing the body as a whole, acupuncture is one way to bring the body back to its normal balance. Acupuncture is used to promote and restore the balance of energy, which flows throughout the body, to aid in overall wellbeing. 

+ Scalp Acupuncture

Scalp acupuncture is the insertion of needles into scalp areas to manage conditions and alleviate symptoms. Its aim is to regulate and harmonize the functional activities of the brain and body, as well as to restore and strengthen the functions of the body, organs, and tissues. Scalp acupuncture is best performed for neurological conditions including epilepsy, neuromuscular disorders, brain tumors, and cerebral palsy. 

 

+ COMBINATION TREATMENTS

Are you interesting in combining Acupuncture with another modality?
Our team of holistic healthcare practitioners are multi-modality trained and can customize your acupuncture treatment by combining a variety of different modalities including Massage, Reiki, Breathwork & more. Explore all of our Combination treatments here.

 

+ PRENATAL ACUPUNCTURE + MASSAGE

This treatment is the best of both worlds-it includes acupuncture and a relaxing prenatal massage. Receiving acupuncture during pregnancy can promote the healthy development of your baby by increasing blood flow to your uterus as well as providing a relaxing time for you both. This appointment is appropriate after your first trimester or after you have been cleared by your prenatal provider.

 
 

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