{"id":31,"date":"2016-02-08T23:41:52","date_gmt":"2016-02-08T23:41:52","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/elisahirschcotter.com\/?page_id=31"},"modified":"2019-01-28T20:22:18","modified_gmt":"2019-01-29T01:22:18","slug":"therapies","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"http:\/\/www.elisahirschcotter.com\/?page_id=31","title":{"rendered":"Therapies"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Acupuncture\"What is Acupuncture:<\/h3>\n

Acupuncture is a form of treatment that stimulates the body\u2019s healing\u00a0response. Chinese medicine theory is based on the concept of qi, or vital\u00a0energy, which circulates throughout the body along specific pathways called\u00a0meridians. When qi flows freely physical and emotional health is maintained.\u00a0If there is a blockage to the flow of qi, there will be a disruption in health\u00a0subsequently, resulting in pain and illness.<\/p>\n

There are specific points along the meridians where the qi is most accessible.\u00a0Stimulation of these points with the use of very thin sterile needles restores\u00a0proper flow. In doing so, balance is achieved so that the body can heal itself.<\/p>\n

\"\"Cupping:<\/h3>\n

A technique that uses heated glass cups as suction devices that are placed\u00a0on the skin along meridians to stimulate the flow of energy (Qi) and blood.\u00a0Cups are either moved along the muscle or kept stationary depending on the\u00a0ailment. Cupping is frequently used to alleviate pain, treat respiratory\u00a0conditions, and to calm the nervous system.<\/p>\n

Conditions that respond well to cupping include, but are not limited to, neck\u00a0pain, back pain, shoulder pain, stiff muscles, bronchitis, pneumonia, common\u00a0cold, headaches, and stress.<\/p>\n

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\"\"Gua Sha:<\/h3>\n

Sometimes referred to as \u201cscrapping,\u201d involves repeatedly rubbing a smooth\u00a0object over a particular area of the body or along a meridian. Research has\u00a0shown that gua sha has an anti-inflammatory effect and supports the immune\u00a0system. It is commonly used for pain, muscle stiffness, fever, and chills as well\u00a0as other conditions.<\/p>\n

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\"\"Moxibustion:<\/h3>\n

A warming technique that involves burning of the herb mugwort either\u00a0directly or indirectly on the body. This form of heat therapy is usually applied\u00a0to specific points to promote healing, support the immune system, stimulate\u00a0circulation, and alleviate pain (especially when worsened by cold conditions).<\/p>\n

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\"\"Tui Na:<\/h3>\n

A form of Chinese massage comprised of multiple techniques that is usually\u00a0used in conjunction with acupuncture, cupping, and\/or moxibustion.<\/p>\n

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\"\"Auricular Acupuncture:<\/h3>\n

A microsystem of the body located on the ear that is used to diagnosis and\u00a0treat health conditions in other areas of the body. Auricular acupuncture is\u00a0most known for its treatment of addiction and post-traumatic stress disorder\u00a0(PTSD).<\/p>\n

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\"\"Chinese Herbal Therapy:<\/h3>\n

Chinese herbs work synergistically with acupuncture to stimulate the body\u2019s\u00a0healing response. They are safe and have minimal side effects when\u00a0prescribed by a trained herbalist. Chinese herbs are combined in classical\u00a0formulas and\/or custom tailored for an individual\u2019s diagnosis and condition.\u00a0They come in raw, granule and pill form. Only reputable sources are used.<\/p>\n\n\n

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What is Acupuncture: Acupuncture is a form of treatment that stimulates the body\u2019s healing\u00a0response. Chinese medicine theory is based on the concept of qi, or vital\u00a0energy, which circulates throughout the body along specific pathways called\u00a0meridians…. <\/p>\n

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