Acupuncture for Face and Body
What is Acupuncture?
In Eastern Medicine: Acupuncture involves stimulating specific points along energy channels called meridians, which connect the body’s major organs. According to Chinese medical theory, illness occurs when the flow of Qi (pronounced “chee”) in these meridians is unbalanced or blocked. By stimulating these points with needles, acupuncture aims to restore balance and improve health.
In Western Medicine: Acupuncture involves stimulating points near or on the skin’s surface to alter biochemical and physiological conditions, achieving various therapeutic effects. While often considered a last resort, acupuncture is also recommended as a preventive measure.
In modern practice: Laser acupuncture is designed to provide a comfortable and effective alternative to traditional needle acupuncture, offering a gentle approach to stimulate acupuncture points and promote healing.
It uses low-level lasers to stimulate specific acupuncture points on the body. The laser light is applied to the skin without puncturing it, making it suitable for individuals who are uncomfortable with needles.
Conditions treated:
- Gastrointestinal disorders
- Gynecological disorders
- Emotional and psychological illness
- Chronic pain
- Weight loss
- Skin aging
Benefits of Acupuncture:
- Increased circulation
- Decreased inflammation
- Pain relief
- Relief from muscle spasms
- Enhanced immune function (increased T-cell count)
- Regulation of serotonin (helpful for anxiety and depression)
Acupuncture for Facial Rejuvenation
Cosmetic acupuncture is a safe, painless, and non-surgical method of reducing the signs of aging, while simultaneously treating the underlying factors that contribute to the aging process. It’s an effective treatment to rejuvenate the face from life’s stresses as well as create balance and harmony in the whole body allowing you to look and feel good inside and outside.
Benefits of Cosmetic Acupuncture:
- Improves collagen production and muscle tone
- Helps reduce bags and skin sagging
- Helps eliminate fine lines and diminish larger wrinkles
- Tightens pores and brightens eyes
- Increases local blood and lymph circulation
- Improves facial color
- Reduces stress and promotes total health and well-being
What can I expect during my traditional Acupuncture visit?
Micro needles are inserted into specific acupuncture points to stimulate nerves, muscles, and connective tissue. These are very fine needles and you won’t feel any pain when needles are inserted. You may experience a mild, dull ache or a slight tingling sensation when the Qi is activated. During the treatment, most patients enter a relaxed state or fall asleep.
What can I expect during my Laser Acupuncture visit?
A low-level laser device will be used to apply light to the selected acupuncture points. The laser is typically held close to or directly on the skin’s surface, without penetrating it.
The entire session may last from 15 to 30 minutes, depending on the number of points treated and the complexity of your condition. The entire treatment is painless and may feel like a gentle warming sensation.
Can I pay using Health Insurance?
Yes, most extended health insurance plans cover Acupuncture treatments.
Do you offer Direct Billing?
Yes, we offer direct billing to ICBC and extended health insurance companies.
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