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Take A Closer Look

From Moxabustion to Cupping Therapy, take a closer look at some background to the story of Acupuncture…

Acupuncture needles -

are very high quality, sterilised single-use extremely fine needles which come in sealed packs.

Acupuncture needles -

are very high quality, sterilised single-use extremely fine needles which come in sealed packs.

Acupuncture needles -

are very high quality, sterilised single-use extremely fine needles which come in sealed packs.

Acupuncture needles -

are very high quality, sterilised single-use extremely fine needles which come in sealed packs.

Moxabustion -

Moxabustion or Moxa is a form of heat treatment…

Moxabustion -

…the dried herb mugwort is burnt on needles to warm the area and stimulate the smooth flow of Qi (Energy) and blood.

Auricular Therapy -

Auricular Therapy or ear acupuncture may use needles or ear seeds ( tiny plant seeds mounted on adhesive tape) applied to specific Acupuncture points on the ears.

Cupping Therapy -

Cupping Therapy can be part of an Acupuncture treatment. It is an ancient form of therapy which can be used to treat muscular skeletal problems…

Cupping Therapy -

…glass or plastic cups are placed on to the body with a vacuum created on the skin with either flame or a manual pump; this promotes blood flow to the area which aids healing.