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TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE(TCM)
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has been used in China for over 4,000 years and still
provides about half of medical treatment in China today.
It includes herbal treatment, acupuncture, acupressure and Tuina massage as well as the
practice of Qigong exercises. All these methods work on the principles of Chinese
Medicine which include balancing the Yin and the Yang, regulating the flow of energy in the
body’s meridiansor channels and harmonizing the function of the body’s different organs.
They look at the person as a whole, treating not only the symptoms but also the root of the
problem, and in this way they promote the person’s own natural healing power.
The Treatment Methods
Different treatment methods suit different people according to their condition, their age, their
individuallifestyle and their preferences.
Herbal Medicine
Herbal medicine, individually-prescribed from a selection of over 300
natural products, have a wide range of uses but are particularly good for chronic roblems,
including imbalances of the internal organs such as the heart, general fatigue, weakness,
lowered resistance to infection and skin
problems.
A prescription will usually contain up to 15 herbs which should be boiled and drunk as a
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Acupuncture
Extremely fine, sterile, disposable (single use) needles are used to stimulate points along
the meridians (the body’s energy channels) and thereby to regulate the flow of vital energy
and restore any imbalances.Acupuncture is remarkably effective on painful conditions, nerve
and stress problems and a wide range ofother conditions.
30 mins — ￡25
45 mins — ￡30 |
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Acupressure and Tuina Massage
These have a similar effect to acupuncture but the practitioner uses the hands rather than
needles. Tuina is widely used for stress, anxiety, stiffness, pain and general healthcare. It
is a part of ChineseTraditional Medicine and is often described as “Acupuncture without the
needles.”
30 mins — ￡30
60 mins — ￡45 |
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Hot Stone Massage
Hot stone massage is a variation on classic massage therapy. Heated smooth, flat stones areplaced on key points on the body, the massage therapist may also hold the stones and use them to massage certain areas of the body too.
30 mins — ￡30
60 mins — ￡50 |
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Reflexology
De-stressing and relaxing Chinese foot massage to increase energy circulation throughout the body via the meridians (energy channels) in the feet.
30 mins — ￡30
60 mins — ￡50 |
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Additional Therapy
Cupping Therapy:
A therapy in which a specially-designed sterile glass jar is placed on the skin surface, temporarily cutting of the air supply so as to cause local congestion. This method promotes the free flow of Qi (energy) and blood through the meridians (energy channels).
Moxibustion
The application of mild heat to the body at particular energy points, using glowing Moxa wool
(a finely chopped herb – Folium artemisia). The therapy is completely painless.
Ear Candle
OTOSAN cones for ear-care are made of natural fabric and beeswax. It helps to calm the mind, soothe the ears and head and is very helpful for sinuses, nose and throat congestion as it softensandeasily removes earwax.
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Beauty Therapy
Herbal facial treatment
A blend of more than 10 kinds of herbal medicine powders mixed with honey to create a facial
mask which can treat a variety of different skin problems.
Acne and spot therapy ( 60 min ) — ￡40
Marked skin therapy ( 60 min ) —￡40 |
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Aromatic massage facial
This revitalising treatment begins with a deep cleanse and soothing massage followed by a
customised mask, finishing with an invigorating toner and moisturiser. Leaves skin feeling
smooth, firmer and radiant.
Weight Loss
A combination of acupuncture, massage, slimming tea and herbal tablets will help those
looking to contour their figure and reduce the appearance of cellulite. A simple, safe and effective
natural way to lose weight.
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Conditions that respond well to TCM
The range of disorders that are treated with Chinese medicine is very wide but these are just
a few examples:
Skin problems:
Eczema, acne, psoriasis, vitiglio, fungal infections, hair loss, etc.
Respiratory problems:
Asthma, bronchitis, influenza, etc.
Circulatory problems:
Heart disease, hypertension, varicose veins, etc.
Digestive problems:
Constipation, indigestion, IBS (irritable bowel syndrome), gastric pain, peptic ulcers, colitis, jaundice, gall stones, etc.
Women’s problems:
Infertility, irregular or heavy periods, PMT, menopause, habitual miscarriage, uterine prolapses, anaemia, etc.
Men’s problems:
Impotence, poor performance (including premature ejaculation), infertility, prostatitis, hernias, etc.
Nervous problems:
Strokes, paralysis, headaches, migraine, pain, sciatica, back pain, arthritis, sports injuries, RSI (repetitive strain injury), tennis elbow, general nervous disorders, etc.
Immune problems:
ME (myalgic encephalomyelitis), allergies (hay fever, sinusitis), post-viral syndrome, etc.
Emotional problems:
Insomnia, depression, anxiety, stress, addictions (alcohol, tobacco, food, etc.), etc.
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