Non-Needle Alternatives in Springfield VA
If you are looking for a non-needle alternative to acupuncture in Springfield VA, we can help.
Cupping Therapy
Cupping therapy is a part of Chinese Medicine and has been for over 2,500 years along with herbology and Acupuncture. Today glass cups of varying sizes are used but originally animal horn was used, and later brass then ceramic and bamboo cups were used.
Cupping can be likened to a deep tissue massage but the practitioner applies heat in a cup which is then placed in most cases on the back. A vacuum effect is generated by the heat and this draws the skin up into the cup.
Benefits of Cupping
- Move fresh blood to the area
- Releases toxins
- Stimulates acupuncture points
- Increases circulation of blood and lymph
- Relaxation of over tight muscles
- Reduction of inflammation
This therapy will leave noticeable marks on the skin which look like a bruise or hickey and these marks are sometimes known as "cup kisses". They may look alarming they are not painful and they will fade in 3 to 7 days.
Generally cupping is used in treatment for aches and pains of varying kinds such as low back and leg pain, fibromyalgia, and neck and shoulder tension. Cupping also benefits the lungs in respiratory problems like bronchitis, asthma, coughs, and such as it helps open up the chest. Cupping is also of use in digestive problems, stomach aches, vomiting, diarrhea, and even menstrual problems.
Nutritional Therapy in Springfield VA
Traditional Chinese Medicine sees nutrition as an intrinsic component of the full treatment system. It is used as a preventative and curative measure and many disorders can successfully be treated by dietary change alone. Often this form of therapy takes longer and it does require full commitment from the patient. In the modern world, there is much confusion over what would constitute a healthy diet and often the pace of our lives leaves little room for healthy eating. Fad diets and contentious diet regimes add to the general confusion and as a result quality of life for some is diminished by depression, diabetes, arthritis, cardiovascular disease, obesity, and much more.
Chinese nutrition looks at the therapeutic properties and energies of foods as opposed to analyzing their chemical components of them which Western nutrition does. The advantage of this approach is that it can be customized to individual needs. In addition, Chinese Medicine looks at elements such as preparation methods of food, body types, geographical location, and season to establish an individual's diet. Start your journey to health with an appointment for a nutritional consultation by calling or E-mailing us right now.
If you are looking for non-needle alternatives for acupuncture, please contact our team at Family Chiropractic of Springfield in Springfield VA today and we will be more than happy to help you understand your options.
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Family Chiropractic of Springfield
8440 Old Keene Mill Rd
Springfield, VA 22152