Sara Schellenberger, RMT

Cupping is one of the many modalities of traditional Chinese medicine. Cupping is often used in conjunction with acupuncture to maximize treatment effectiveness. It involves the creation of a vacuum through the application of suction. Usually, the traditional method is done using fire in a cup and applying it to the skin, typically on the area where the pain, tension, or discomfort is experienced. What are the Therapeutic functions of Cupping in Chinese Medicine? 1. Warming the channels to remove cold (warming the body) 2. Promoting qi and blood circulation (increasing blood movement, causing vasodilation and stimulating blood circulation, therefore increasing metabolism and accelerating the elimination of waste and toxins from the body) 3. Relieving swelling (promoting lymphatic drainage) Who can benefit from cupping? Cupping can help a wide variety of conditions; such as Musculoskeletal issues, fascia release, body pain, inflammation, and stress.

Cupping is one of the many modalities of traditional Chinese medicine. Cupping is often used in conjunction with acupuncture to maximize treatment effectiveness. It involves the creation of a vacuum through the application of suction. Usually, the traditional method is done using fire in a cup and applying it to the skin, typically on the area where the pain, tension, or discomfort is experienced. What are the Therapeutic functions of Cupping in Chinese Medicine? 1. Warming the channels to remove cold (warming the body) 2. Promoting qi and blood circulation (increasing blood movement, causing vasodilation and stimulating blood circulation, therefore increasing metabolism and accelerating the elimination of waste and toxins from the body) 3. Relieving swelling (promoting lymphatic drainage) Who can benefit from cupping? Cupping can help a wide variety of conditions; such as Musculoskeletal issues, fascia release, body pain, inflammation, and stress.

Cupping is one of the many modalities of traditional Chinese medicine. Cupping is often used in conjunction with acupuncture to maximize treatment effectiveness. It involves the creation of a vacuum through the application of suction. Usually, the traditional method is done using fire in a cup and applying it to the skin, typically on the area where the pain, tension, or discomfort is experienced. What are the Therapeutic functions of Cupping in Chinese Medicine? 1. Warming the channels to remove cold (warming the body) 2. Promoting qi and blood circulation (increasing blood movement, causing vasodilation and stimulating blood circulation, therefore increasing metabolism and accelerating the elimination of waste and toxins from the body) 3. Relieving swelling (promoting lymphatic drainage) Who can benefit from cupping? Cupping can help a wide variety of conditions; such as Musculoskeletal issues, fascia release, body pain, inflammation, and stress.

Massage therapy provides an alternative health option to help alleviate the soft tissue discomfort associated with everyday and occupational stresses, muscular overuse and many chronic pain syndromes. It can also gently reduce the development of painful muscular patterning, if started early enough after accidents involving trauma and injury. Proven benefits of massage therapy include: Treats lower back pain Reduces Arthritis, fibromyalgia, bursitis and joint pain Helps lower high blood pressure Can lower depression, anxiety and fatigue May help regulate hormones and control diabetes Raises immunity Improves athletic performance Prevents sport injuries

Massage therapy provides an alternative health option to help alleviate the soft tissue discomfort associated with everyday and occupational stresses, muscular overuse and many chronic pain syndromes. It can also gently reduce the development of painful muscular patterning, if started early enough after accidents involving trauma and injury. Proven benefits of massage therapy include: Treats lower back pain Reduces Arthritis, fibromyalgia, bursitis and joint pain Helps lower high blood pressure Can lower depression, anxiety and fatigue May help regulate hormones and control diabetes Raises immunity Improves athletic performance Prevents sport injuries

Massage therapy provides an alternative health option to help alleviate the soft tissue discomfort associated with everyday and occupational stresses, muscular overuse and many chronic pain syndromes. It can also gently reduce the development of painful muscular patterning, if started early enough after accidents involving trauma and injury. Proven benefits of massage therapy include: Treats lower back pain Reduces Arthritis, fibromyalgia, bursitis and joint pain Helps lower high blood pressure Can lower depression, anxiety and fatigue May help regulate hormones and control diabetes Raises immunity Improves athletic performance Prevents sport injuries

Massage therapy provides an alternative health option to help alleviate the soft tissue discomfort associated with everyday and occupational stresses, muscular overuse and many chronic pain syndromes. It can also gently reduce the development of painful muscular patterning, if started early enough after accidents involving trauma and injury. Proven benefits of massage therapy include: Treats lower back pain Reduces Arthritis, fibromyalgia, bursitis and joint pain Helps lower high blood pressure Can lower depression, anxiety and fatigue May help regulate hormones and control diabetes Raises immunity Improves athletic performance Prevents sport injuries

Body pain and aches can be exacerbated when one feels stressed. This can lead to contractures, tight muscles, and stagnation in the body. In Chinese medicine, Qi – life force, energy, circulation – is an integral part of our physical health. Stress, tight muscles, or stiff joints can lead to Qi stagnation, contributing to body pain. Acupuncture and massage can release tension and allow the smooth flow of Qi in your body. Take the time to allow yourself to be immersed in a session that will include: · Deep invigorating breath work. · Some acupuncture needles on your body. · Light head and neck massage using essential oils. Leave feeling less stressed, more relaxed, and more focused. Treatment length: 60 min total: 30 minutes RMT massage 30 min TCM Acupuncture 45 min total: 22 minutes RMT massage 22 min TCM Acupuncture *receipt for each separate service upon request ($65 for acupuncture/ $70 RMT massage)

Body pain and aches can be exacerbated when one feels stressed. This can lead to contractures, tight muscles, and stagnation in the body. In Chinese medicine, Qi – life force, energy, circulation – is an integral part of our physical health. Stress, tight muscles, or stiff joints can lead to Qi stagnation, contributing to body pain. Acupuncture and massage can release tension and allow the smooth flow of Qi in your body. Take the time to allow yourself to be immersed in a session that will include: · Deep invigorating breath work. · Some acupuncture needles on your body. · Light head and neck massage using essential oils. Leave feeling less stressed, more relaxed, and more focused. Treatment length: 60 min total: 30 minutes RMT massage 30 min TCM Acupuncture 45 min total: 22 minutes RMT massage 22 min TCM Acupuncture *receipt for each separate service upon request ($65 for acupuncture/ $70 RMT massage)

Thai massage combines assisted stretching, movement, and therapeutic bodywork to release tension, improve mobility, and leave you feeling refreshed.