SLR Acupuncture

Moxa treatment is a form of therapy in which dried plant materials in the form of a thick incense stick (moxa) are burned near the surface of the skin in order to invigorate the flow of energy. It is mainly used for:
- Pain due to injury or arthritis
- Digestive problems
- Gynecological and obstetrical conditions including breech in late term pregnancy
- Protection against cold and flu strains.

Your emotional balance is vital for your overall well-being. As part of your first visit, your acupuncturist may ask how you’re feeling emotionally; this will help determine what areas of your body could be affected and how to treat it. Acupuncture treatments will correct the movement of Qi (vital energy) and blood throughout the meridians in your body and help balance the mind, the body, and the spirit.

Cupping Therapy was originated in China and consists in placing suction cups on the skin. The suction facilitates the flow of Qi (vital energy) in the body. Cupping therapy is mainly used to relieve muscle tension, improve overall blood flow, and promote cell repair.

Acupuncture for kids is a non-invasive way of treating children over the age of Eight for common illnesses and pains. Below is a list of the most treated ailments in children:
- Back pain
- Headache
- Stomach pain
- Digestive Issues
- Anxiety
For kids younger than eight, there are other non-invasive methods of treatment such as Moxa, Tui Na (Form of massage using acupuncture points), and magnet therapy.