Depending on the type of injury or condition, the type of treatment applied will involve either one or a combination of the below. 

Traditional Acupuncture

At Fong Acupuncture we practice Traditional Electro Acupuncture, which is the application of a pulsating electrical current to acupuncture points on the body using fine needles.

When these points are activated or stimulated by the electrodes the complaints of chronic pain which results from blockage or imbalance of Qi (pronounced ‘chi’) or illness can be alleviated.

Our belief is that a vital energy, “Qi,” (pronounced chi) flows through the body and performs multiple functions to maintain health.

Cupping

Cupping therapy is very effective for increasing circulation and assisting the body to heal.  Cupping involves the placement of plastic cups on the body, and suction is employed to draw up the skin. The cups are generally left on the body for 10-15mins when used on their own or 5-10mins when combined with acupuncture.

Cupping stimulates the flow of blood, breaks up inflammation, balances and realigns the flow of Qi, and creates an avenue for toxins to be drawn out of the body. 

Cupping can be used to treat respiratory diseases such as the common cold, bronchitis and is also used on the back, neck, shoulder and other musculoskeletal conditions.

Moxibustion

Moxibusion is a type of Chinese medicine that may be helpful in turning a breech baby.  It involves burning a herb close to the skin at an Acupuncture point on the little toe to produce a warming sensation. Women who have moxibustion have it daily or as a twice weekly treatment at between 28 and 37 weeks.

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