Treatment Techniques with Needles
Classical Acupuncture (TCM)
A holistic system based on Traditional Chinese Medicine. It involves inserting fine needles into specific points along meridians to balance the body’s Qi (energy) flow, promoting physical and emotional health. It works very well in pain management for back pain, sore lower back, pain in the back of the head, migraine headaches, and more.
Five Element Acupuncture
A branch of acupuncture focused on treating the root cause of disease by identifying and balancing one of the five elements (Water, Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal) that is out of balance. It is very effective for a wide variety of ailments, apart from pain management.
Medical / Western Acupuncture
An adaptation of acupuncture used by Western medical professionals. It focuses on neurophysiology and anatomy, targeting specific trigger points and nerves to relieve pain and stimulate the nervous system without traditional TCM principles.
Physical Medicine Acupuncture
Combines Western medical diagnostics with acupuncture. It is used by physical therapists and doctors to treat musculoskeletal pain and injuries, focusing on motor points and myofascial triggers to restore function.
Cosmetic Acupuncture
A natural anti-aging treatment that uses fine needles on the face to increase blood circulation, stimulate collagen production, and improve muscle tone, aiming to reduce fine lines and wrinkles.
Sports Acupuncture
A specialised technique for athletes. It focuses on treating acute and chronic sports injuries by targeting specific muscles, tendons, and ligaments to reduce pain, inflammation, and speed up recovery.
Tung Acupuncture
A unique and highly effective system using very few needles in a specific microsystem. It is known for its effectiveness in treating pain and internal diseases by needling points that are distant from the affected area.
Tan Balance Acupuncture
A system that uses a meridian-based approach for immediate pain relief. It involves needling points on the opposite side of the body or on a different meridian to quickly balance the affected channel.
Japanese Acupuncture
Characterised by a more gentle approach with thinner needles and a shallower insertion depth. It places a strong emphasis on palpation and subtle diagnostic techniques to identify and treat imbalances.
Korean Hand Acupuncture
A microsystem therapy where the entire body’s meridians and organs are represented on the hands. Needles are inserted into specific hand points to treat conditions in corresponding body parts. It can be used to treat sore lower back, pain in the back of the head, back muscle pain, migraine and more.
Chinese Hand Acupuncture
Similar to Korean Hand Acupuncture, this microsystem therapy uses the hand as a map of the body. Needles are placed in specific hand points to treat and diagnose various conditions.
Vietnamese Acupuncture
Blends traditional Chinese and Vietnamese theories. It often uses shorter needling times and may incorporate unique diagnostic methods, focusing on balancing energy for healing various ailments.
Foot Acupuncture
A microsystem technique where the foot represents the entire body. Needles are placed in specific points on the foot to treat a wide range of conditions, from pain to internal organ imbalances.
Face Nose Acupuncture
A microsystem approach where the face, specifically the nose area, is used to diagnose and treat the entire body. Needles are gently placed on specific points to stimulate healing.
ECIWO
An acronym for “Embryo Containing Information of the Whole Organism,” this microsystem theory suggests that any part of the body contains information about the whole. It involves needling a specific area to treat corresponding body parts.
Wrist Ankle Acupuncture
A treatment where needles are placed superficially around the wrists and ankles to treat pain. It is known for its effectiveness and for being a relatively painless method compared to other techniques.
Abdominal Acupuncture
A technique that involves needling a specific microsystem on the abdomen. It is often used for treating a variety of chronic conditions and is known for its painless and gentle nature.
Electroacupuncture with Needles
Combines acupuncture with a mild electrical current passed through the needles. The current stimulates the points more intensely, making it effective for treating chronic pain, nerve disorders, and muscle spasms.
Auricular Acupuncture
A microsystem therapy where the ear is seen as a map of the entire body. Needles are placed on specific points on the ear to treat a wide range of conditions, including addiction, pain, and stress.
Scalp Acupuncture
A microsystem therapy where the scalp is used to treat conditions in corresponding areas of the brain and body. It is often used for neurological disorders like stroke, paralysis, and phantom limb pain.
Dry Needling
A Western technique, not based on TCM, used by physical therapists and doctors. It involves inserting a needle into a myofascial trigger point to elicit a twitch response, releasing muscle tension and relieving pain.
Periosteal Acupuncture
An advanced technique that involves needling down to the periosteum (the membrane covering bones). It is used to stimulate bone healing, reduce chronic pain, and treat orthopaedic conditions.
Warm / Hot Needle Acupuncture
A technique where a needle is heated before insertion. The heat provides additional stimulation to the point, making it effective for conditions related to cold or dampness, like arthritis.
Fire Needle Acupuncture
A technique that involves heating a thick needle until it glows red, then quickly inserting it into an acupuncture point. It is used to powerfully stimulate the point and treat chronic, cold-related conditions.
Fascial Needling Acupuncture
A technique that targets the fascia, the connective tissue surrounding muscles and organs. It uses needles to release fascial restrictions and improve mobility, often used for musculoskeletal pain, like back muscle pain.
Plum Blossom Needling
A technique that uses a small hammer-like tool with multiple needles. It is used to tap the skin, causing a light prickling sensation, to stimulate blood flow and treat various dermatological and neurological conditions.
Intradermal Embedding Needle Acupuncture
Involves placing tiny, short needles just under the skin for a longer period (days to weeks). It provides continuous stimulation to acupuncture points, often used for chronic pain and weight loss.
Needle Cupping (Hijama/Bleeding Cupping/Bekam Therapy)
A technique that combines cupping with superficial pricking of the skin. A vacuum is created, drawing out a small amount of blood to clear blockages and promote circulation. It is believed to detoxify the body.
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