Fall is the season to build our immunity, and strengthen the organs of Lung and Large Intestine. In Traditional Chinese Medicine the two organs are considered to be of the metal element and the season of metal is autumn. It is also the season...
About Acupuncture Acupuncture is a holistic health technique that stems from Traditional Chinese Medicine practices in which trained practitioners stimulate specific points on the body by inserting thin needles to specific depths. The needles, as...
About Reflexology Reflexology is the application of pressure to the feet and hands with specific thumb, finger, and hand techniques. Reflex points in hands, and feet correspond to different body organs and systems and that working on them has a...
What is it? Diet therapy is an essential part of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) with flavors, and temperatures, and even textures of foods all being considered for the constitution and symptoms of each patient. Learning which foods to avoid...
What is it? Cupping therapy is an ancient form of therapy which lifts the tissue into the cup with suction. This lifting action gently stretches and moves the facia which surrounds each muscle layer. This brings fresh circulation to the area to...
About Aromatherapy Aromatherapy is concentrated herbal medicine using the inherent chemicals of the plants to impact the symptom and health. Using the essential oils from plants in specific combinations bacteria, viruses, and even parasites can...
Following Heather’s training in Rehabilitation Services, she studied Swedish massage – the most widely practiced type of massage – and has been working in a variety of health settings in communities in Alberta and BC. Styles of...
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