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GUA SHA: A TRADITIONAL HEALING TECHNIQUE
The past few years has seen a steady rise in popularity of TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine). You’ve probably know Chinese reflexology and acupuncture, but one healing practice you may never have heard of is called “gua sha.” Sometimes called “coining” or “spooning” by Westerners, the process involves scraping the surface of the skin in order…
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HOW TO USE CUPPING THERAPY FOR PAIN RELIEF
I was introduced to cupping four years ago while being treated for an auto collision injury. It is a traditional treatment, which uses the application of suction cups to the body. My chiropractor had just hired a massage therapist who was very interested in naturopathic medicine and holistic healing. With three children under the age…
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EMS Electrical Muscle Stimulation
Electrical Muscle Stimulation, also known as EMS, is a very popular way to shake the muscles and prevent muscle atrophy. Some patients need it desperately, that’s why a lot of doctors use it on a regular basis. EMS is good when the patient has been suffering from strong injuries and is put to bed for…
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Electric Stimulation Therapy Benefits
Electric stimulation therapy, also known as neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) or electrotherapy, is a form of physical therapy that uses electrical impulses to stimulate muscles and nerves. This therapy is used to treat a variety of conditions such as chronic pain, muscle weakness, and injuries. It has been used in healthcare for over a century,…