Acupuncture is a complementary medical practice that stimulates certain points on the body, most often with a needle penetrating the skin, to alleviate pain or to help treat various health conditions. It is remarkable as an anti-aging tool as it helps circulate blood, which clears toxins and antioxidants from the body. Acupuncture is very relaxing. It boosts serotonin and dopamine levels and is an asset in any setting.
Cupping is a therapy that uses suction cups to stimulate your skin and muscles. The suction promotes increased blood circulation, which may help relieve muscle tension, promote cell repair, and aid in other regeneration. Cupping is often recommended as a complementary therapy to skin and facial treatments. It’s a classical method of decongestion and helps in eliminating fluid retention in the face.
Therapeutic massage is a general term that describes any type of massage modality that helps relieve pain, reduce stress, and work on a specific problem—such as pain or stagnation. People often assume therapeutic massage means deep tissue massage, and that they will get a very strong massage. But this is not always the case. Deep tissue massage is great at breaking down scar tissue and getting your blood circulating, but it may not be what you need on a particular day. A good therapist will apply the specific techniques and the right amount of pressure to address your needs, and sometimes that’s a lighter touch.
Lymphatic drainage is a therapeutic massage treatment. The massage uses very light pressure and long, gentle, rhythmic strokes to increase the flow of lymph and reduce toxins in your body. The pressure from your blood vessels and movement from your muscles push the lymphatic fluid around.
Lymphatic massage can rid the body of excess fluid and unwanted waste. It can aid in weight loss and overall well-being of the body. It aids the process of healing and is an essential part of pre-and post-surgical treatment, helping achieve maximum results from a procedure.
