Traditional Chinese Medicine
Chinese medicine, a practice dating back thousands of years, is founded on two key principles: Qi and the balance of Yin and Yang.
Traditionally speaking, Qi signifies the energy flowing along pathways or meridians in our body.
Health issues can arise if this flow is blocked or unbalanced, often caused by external factors (like weather conditions), emotional states, or lifestyle choices such as diet and sleep habits.
Yin and Yang represent the concept of interconnected opposites within everything, including our bodies. Health, according to this philosophy, relies on maintaining a balance between these forces.
Practitioners like Dr. Lu specialize in reading these subtle energy balances in the body, mind, and spirit. They work to restore the balance of Qi and Yin-Yang, aiming to both maintain health and prevent illness. Chinese medicine has shown effectiveness in managing conditions like asthma, allergies, hormonal imbalances, and infertility.
Acupuncture
Involves placing thin metal needles at specific points along the body's meridians to stimulate energy flow and promote healing.
Acupressure
Similar to acupuncture, but uses manual pressure rather than needles. It's applied directly to key pressure points along the meridians to balance the body's energy.
Chinese Herbal Medicine
Using various combinations of herbs, roots, powders, or animal substances,custom-made to address individual health needs and restore balance in the body.
Cupping
Incorporates glass jars that are heated to create a vacuum effect when placed on the body. This process stimulates Qi and helps with pain, inflammation, and blood flow.
Tui Na Massage
A therapeutic massage technique focusing on specific areas of the body or along the meridians to stimulate Qi and promote healing.
Chinese Dietary Guidance
Tailored nutritional advice aimed at restoring balance in the body's Yin and Yang. It emphasizes the importance of diet in overall well-being.
Moxibustion
Involves burning moxa (mugwort) plant fibers near the body's specific points to stimulate energy flow and promote healing.
Qi Gong
A practice that combines controlled body movements, focused breathing techniques, and meditation to maintain and improve health by cultivating and balancing Qi.
