Acupuncture and moxibustion, one of the therapeutic methods in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) with a history of several thousand years, developed in the ancient times and has contributed much to the healthcare and medical treatment for the Chinese people.
Moxibustion is a therapy used to treat and prevent diseases by applying burning moxa to stimulate the human body. The material used for moxibustion is mainly mugwort leaf which is fragrant and easy to be ignited.
Cupping is a therapy in which a jar is attached to the skin surface to cause local congestion through the negative pressure created by heat produced by ignited material in the jar. There a great variety of jars but the commonly used ones are bamboo jars, glass jars and pottery jars. Now days, easy Jars such as plastic Jars, silicone jars are more and more popular in many clinics and families.
Chinese Tuina was called massage or Mosuo in ancient times. The tern Tuina was first seen in the Ming Dynasty. Chinese Tuina is a therapeutic approach guided by the theory of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and used to treat diseases through massage manipulations or by means of some massage tools applied to certain parts or points on the human body surface.
The reason that Chinese medicinal herbs can prevent and treat diseases is due to their various internal natures. The properties and actions of Chinese medicinal herbs refer to their natures and effects relating to treatments.
Guasha is a Traditional Chinese Medicine technique that involves stimulation of the surface of the skin. When pressure is applied and the Gua Sha tool is moved over the skin, it helps bring stagnant blood cells called "sha" to the surface for removal.
At just seven years of age, I first experienced acupuncture. At that time it was for growing pains in my legs. Acupuncture was effective for various conditions through my 20's and 30's with practitioners in the UK and NZ. Now, in my mid-fifties, over the last two years, I've experienced a wave of illness including glandular fever / Epstein Barr virus, prostate cancer, gout, kidney stones, diverticulitis, and muscle spasms. Rebecca Liu and Frederic Qiu have treated me on a regular basis, often weekly, over this time. They are authentic Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practitioners. TCM is holistic in nature and operates at a quite different level of healing than I have previously experienced. Visits to Mt Eden Acupuncture are a meditation of sorts, regularly finishing a one-hour session feeling calmer, more energised and with insights into life the universe and everything that are most helpful. I am very pleased with the progress being made and recommend TCM at Mt Eden Acupuncture to you.
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I have known Frederic for about 4 years. In the past l have seen other TCM practicioners in NZ and Germany. I appreciate Frederic's practice for he is highly skilled, flexible and positive. l find that the accupuncture sessions support me in physical and emotional wellbeing - they have become a very relaxing weekly ritual. His accupuncture treatments for injuries are very effective. Conversations about history, martial arts, culture and of course health are part of many visits and rather enjoyable. The rooms have a very original atmosphere and privavy is guaranteed. I warmly recommend seeing Frederic for any healt issues or just for general energy support.
( Patient )I wish to commend Fred Qiu and Rebecca to you, as accomplished practitioners of Chinese traditional Medicine also known as TCM. In the more than two decades that I have known both, there attitude, diligence and insightful knowledge has helped keep my systems in balance and me healthy.
( Patient )I feel happy and privileged that I have both Frederic and Rebecca as my lifelong friends and doctors, in the now and for the future. My recommendation is simple. For quality treatment for any type of aliment, skill and experience matters. Frederic's acupuncture clinic at Mt Eden road, Auckland city can give and provide that care and trust.
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