Acupuncture: A form of healthcare that is over 2,500 years old. Acupuncture is effective in treating numerous health conditions. Hair thin needles are inserted into very specific points to promote balance and healing. The sensations felt with the needles are not painful. The needles are sterile, stainless steel and disposable. A thorough history and physical examination are obtained and an Oriental medical diagnosis is established prior to treatment.
Additional modalities may be used in conjunction with treatment, such as:
- Electrical stimulation: A mild electrical current is applied to provide continuous stimulation to acupuncture points.
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Moxabustion: A form of heat therapy that uses an herb called mugwort to stimulate acupuncture points.
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Cupping: Glass or plastic cups are used to create suction on the skin to increase circulation.
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Gua sha: A small, flat ox bone tool is moved across the skin to unblock areas of stagnation. This technique is also used to reduce and tonify acupuncture points.
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TDP lamp: A therapeutic heating device which is placed over specific areas of the body to increase circulation to help alleviate pain and stiffness.
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Magnets: Magnets are placed on certain points of the body, often used for nausea and pain conditions.
Cosmetic Acupuncture: Used to diminish wrinkles, firm facial muscles, tighten the skin, reduce blemishes, and revitalize the face. In addition to acupuncture, supplemental therapies may also be used including: acupressure, electrical stimulation, and herbal supplements.
Stop Smoking Acupuncture Treatments: Ear acupuncture is used to stimulate specific points that help with the stress, cravings and withdrawal symptoms associated with quitting smoking. Ear seeds or pellets secured with tape are placed on the same points so that the patient may continue to stimulate these points in between visits. Herbs are sometimes prescribed to provide additional help with cravings.
Herbology: Herbs are carefully selected to correct imbalances within the body to assist in treating many different health conditions. Formulas consist of two or more herbs and can be taken in many different forms including: pills, powders, decoctions, tinctures, and external liniments and plasters.
When prescribed by a knowledgeable herbologist, herbs are safe and have few, if any side effects.
Massage: We offer deep tissue, swedish, prenatal, hot stone, sports massage as well as oriental bodywork including shiatsu, thai, tui-na, acupressure and reflexology.
Reflexology: Pressure is applied to specific points on the feet and/or hands that correspond to particular organs and regions of the body. Reflexology can help to balance the body's energy system, boost immunity, improve circulation and reduce pain and stress.
Chiropractic: Chiropractic is a means of maintaining proper range of motion throughout the joints, spine, and body, while enabling optimum nerve transmission, alleviation of pain as well as promoting immune function and overall health and well being.
European Facials and Skin Care:
Deep European Cleansing Facial: A cleansing facial with exfoliation, steam, extractions, a customized mask, as well as a shoulder, neck, and face massage.
Deep Cleansing Facial with Enzyme Peel: the European Deep Cleansing Facial plus an enzyme peel.
Mini Facial: A cleansing facial with exfoliation and a customized mask.
Acne Facial: A customized facial focused on acne elimination.
Luxurious Facial: The European Deep Cleansing Facial with an enzyme peel, two customized masks, plus a hand and foot treatment.
Back Treatment or Chest Treatment: A deep cleansing treatment for a troubled back or chest with a mask and exfoliation.
Ayurvedic Facial:
Each facial is customized to your individual *dosha and skin type. Utilizing all-natural herbal skincare products, this deep cleansing facial nourishes & tones the skin while restoring balance to your complexion. Includes steam, exfoliation, extractions, as well as a relaxing face, neck, shoulder, and scalp massage.
Ayurvedic Acne Facial: Same as the Ayurvedic facial with the focus on acne elimination.
Ayurvedic Back Skin Treatment: A great treatment for those with troubled skin on their back. Includes steam, exfoliation, extractions, and a customized mask.
Abhyanga Full Body Treatment:This is a relaxing and therapeutic full body treatment. Special blends of essential oils and herbs are selected according to your body type and seasonal needs. These oils are massaged into the skin to help balance the *doshas, improve circulation, and drain toxins.
Scalp Treatment: A special infusion of warmed Ayurvedic oils are worked into your scalp, shoulders, and neck. This relaxing and invigorating treatment is beneficial for the scalp and hair.
Nasya Treatment: This is a therapeutic treatment for the nose, throat, and sinuses. A shoulder, neck and face massage combined with steam help to open the sinuses, then specially prepared herbal drops are used to cleanse, purify, and strengthen the nasal passages and sinuses. This is beneficial for many types of sinus, head, and allergy conditions.
*Doshas are the manifestation of elemental energies in the body. An individual may have characteristics of one or more of the 3 main doshas (described below).
Vata (air)-Thin frame, dry, rough skin, fine pores, dark, dry, frizzy or curly hair, active, restless.
Pitta (fire)-Medium frame, sensitive skin, oily nose and dry cheeks, medium, soft, straight hair, sharp, ambitious.
Kapha (earth and water)-Large frame, prone to weight gain, thick, oily, soft skin with large pores, thick, dark wavy hair, calm, steady.
Ear Candling: This therapy is helpful in treating ear disorders, headaches, allergies, and sinus problems. A beeswax and muslin cone is placed in the ear and lit to create a gentle vacuum to loosen ear wax, release pressure, and evaporate moisture.
Thai Bodywork: Originating in Thailand, this ancient form of bodywork combines gentle stretching, pressure, twisting, rocking, and pulling techniques with assisted yoga poses to help free the body of blockages that create stress, tension and pain. This type of bodywork is done with the client wearing loose comfortable clothing and is usually performed on a floor mat.
Private Yoga Instruction: Available for 1 to 2 people. Offering individualized yoga for those who need extra attention or for those who may have health conditions that require extra care.
Personal Training: Element offers customized fitness training sessions that address the specific needs of the individual. Sessions may include weight bearing exercises, theraband, mat strengthening and stretching, balance ball exercises, and more.
Holistic Health Counseling: Offers nutritional and lifestyle coaching and support by integrating one on one meetings, groups classes, lectures, workshops, cooking classes and more.
Alexander technique: A self-awareness technique which helps to alleviate tension and pain that one may experience during daily activities. During one-on-one or group classes, the instructor addresses individual holding patterns to help the client re-learn efficiency of movement and postural balance.
Rolfing, also known as Structural Integration: A deep tissue therapy that directly manipulates the body's myofascial system. When the myofascial system is tight and bound the body develops holding patterns that can lead to muscular pain and structural abnormalities including poor posture. Rolfing is typically done for a course of ten sessions which can ultimately alter a person's structure and posture. This therapy can help reduce pain, increase range of motion, and result in an overall, much improved sense of well-being and health. The effects of treatments last well beyond the ten sessions and can even last throughout the client's life.
Meditation: The practice of quieting the mind to bring inner peace and balance. *Classes on guided meditation are offered periodically.
