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Acupuncture
what is acupuncture?
Originating in Ancient China, traditional belief places the origin of acupuncture in around 2500 BCE, making it one of the oldest healing modalities in humankind. This ancient procedure is still popular among the old and the young as one of the most effective and natural ways to improve general well-being and relieve myofascial pain. Acupuncture was born out of the philosophy of yin and yang. An imbalance of yin and yang disrupts the qi (pronounced “chee”), the life force. The qi flows through 12 meridians (pathways) in the body, each associated with a certain organ or function. Disruptions in the flow of qi result in diseases and abnormal conditions. The goal is to stimulate the central nervous system and release chemicals into the brain, spinal cord, and muscles. These biochemical processes stimulate the body’s natural healing process.
Modern day acupuncture is the insertion of fine sterile needles with the thickness of about 0.20 mm in specific areas of the body to activate the flow of the life force energy, (qi) the blood, ease the nervous system and balance your hormones and lymph.
At Ocean Bay Wellness our registered acupuncturist, specializes in distal acupuncture techniques and cupping. These methods activate your inner healer and eases the pain without stimulating the inflamed or painful areas.
Beneftis of acupuncture
Acupuncture and cupping may benefit you as a natural way to heal. It also can help you with:
- Headaches
- Nausea caused by surgical anesthesia
- Nausea caused by chemotherapy
- Digestive issues
- Menstrual cramps
- Fertility issues
- Myofascial pain
- Sleep disorders
- Weight issues
- Respiratory issues
- Treating fatigue and lethargy
- Whiplash
- Balancing hormones
- Calming the mind
- Activates sympathetic and parasympathetic nerves
- Improves memory and concentration
- Boosts the immune system
- Sedates the nervous system
- Improves the function of organs
- Improves bone and teeth health
- Promotes blood circulation
- Even helps with skin rejuvenation!
what to expect
Our registered and certified acupuncturist Elnaz, will discuss with you before hand all of your concerns, to determine the type of acupuncture treatment that will help you the most. Not everyone will need acupuncture and cupping all the time. She will ask you many questions. These can range from sleeping patterns to digestive issues, urinary function, menstruation cycles, myofascial pain and stress all in the mix. While it may feel unrelated, acupuncturists ask these questions because many conditions can manifest from basic digestive functions or another seemingly unrelated system in the body. She may ask you about your symptoms, behaviours and lifestyle. She may also closely examine: The parts of your body that are painful. The shape, coating and colour of your tongue. The colour of your face all before beginning treatment. Elnaz will discuss if cupping, needles or both are required for your session. Needle insertion usually lasts 10-20 minutes. Relaxing meditative music will be played and you can relax during this time. An acupuncture session may take up to 30-60 minutes, although some appointments may be much shorter. A common treatment plan for a single complaint would typically involve one or two treatments a week. The number of treatments will depend on the condition being treated and its severity.
meet our expert
Meet Elnaz, owner of Green Chi Acupuncture الناز میری (طب سوزنی) Elnaz graduated from PCU college of Holistic Medicine in Vancouver and is a member of The British Columbia Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture Practitioners (ATCMA) She is very passionate about all holistic methods of treatment. This passion motivated her to move on from a career as a Microbiologist to studying the human body, mind, and spirit, and the connection between them to find a better way of living a healthy lifestyle. Learning about Traditional Chinese Medicine opened an ocean for Elnaz to swim in and guide others to this beautiful and natural healing modality that we inherited over 3000 years ago. Elnaz has practiced balance method acupuncture and distal needling for years. She has successfully helped many clients in private and community styles of practice, sometimes treating over 20 patients per day!! She is highly experienced with acupuncture needle techniques, cupping, hijama, moxibustion and tuina massage. Elnaz takes the time to get to know you and all about any health conditions or challenges you may be facing. Her mission is to assist you in living a happier and more enjoyable life by getting to the root cause of illnesses and balancing your energy through acupuncture. Her gentle and caring spirit helps her patients to restore their physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being, all while achieving realistic health goals.