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HEALING MODALITIES
Our acupuncture treatments go above and beyond by integrating a diverse range of healing modalities tailored to your unique health needs. These therapies can be offered as standalone treatments or in conjunction with acupuncture, depending on what your practitioner believes will best support your healing journey. This comprehensive approach allows us to address not only immediate symptoms but also the underlying imbalances in your body, empowering your natural healing processes and helping you achieve optimal wellness. Experience the difference our holistic treatments can make in your path to better health.
BEMER Therapy
BEMER (Bio-Electro-Magnetic-Energy-Regulation) is a state-of-the-art, FDA-cleared Class II medical device that utilizes pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) technology to enhance microcirculation and support overall health. This non-invasive therapy delivers a patented therapeutic signal designed to stimulate healthy muscles and temporarily improve local blood flow in healthy muscle tissue.
BioMat Therapy
Amethyst crystal has healing powers. Each treatment bed at Pellegrino is lined with a BioMat which combines deeply penetrating far infrared heated rays, negative ions, the superconducting benefits of 18 pounds of amethyst and tourmaline crystals to provide a full-body therapeutic treatment. You can now reap the benefits of our amethyst crystal lined treatment beds with a stand-alone BioMat session.
Cupping
Cupping is an ancient practice involving the use of glass cups placed directly onto the skin. The cup is first heated with fire or manually pumped to create a vacuum. The cups are then left on your skin for several minutes.
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*This healing modality may be incorporated into your top-tier acupuncture treatment if directed by your practitioner for your personalized treatment plan.
Essential Oils- Aromatherapy
Essential oils, used for millennia in Chinese Medicine, represent the essence of plants. Applied to acupoints, they can complement acupuncture and other treatments. The oils' fragrances interact with the limbic system via the olfactory system, potentially influencing emotions, memory, and various physiological responses. This aromatherapy can affect brain hormones, impacting mood, cognition, blood pressure, and sleep patterns.
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*This healing modality may be incorporated into your top-tier acupuncture treatment if directed by your practitioner for your personalized treatment plan.
Gua Sha
Gua sha is the light stroking of the skin to promote healing underneath the skin. While gua sha technique can be performed anywhere on the body, it is most often applied to the neck and back, and it is called for anytime there is pain in the body.
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*This healing modality may be incorporated into your top-tier acupuncture treatment if directed by your practitioner for your personalized treatment plan.
Infratonic
Infratonic therapy utilizes strong, low frequency sound waves below the level of human hearing to increase vitality, accelerate healing, and strengthen immune function. The gentle pulsating action provides quick relaxation and pain relief as the inaudible sound waves travel through the body to relax muscle spasms, increase circulation to injured tissue, and reduce swelling, pain and inflammation.
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To learn more about Infratonic therapy and devices, click here.
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*This healing modality may be incorporated into your top-tier acupuncture treatment if directed by your practitioner for your personalized treatment plan.
Moxibustion
Moxibustion is a form of heat therapy that consists of burning the dried leaf on or above specific points on the body. This herb is known as mugwort, moxa, or Aì Yè in Chinese medicine. It helps to warm areas of the body with the intention of stimulating circulation and lymphatic flow. It can be used to relieve pain, address digestive issues, boost immunity, and help with respiratory issues.
*This healing modality may be incorporated into your top-tier acupuncture treatment if directed by your practitioner for your personalized treatment plan.
Tui Na
Tui na is a therapeutic massage technique that is often used in conjunction with acupuncture. Tui na is one of the oldest forms of bodywork. Tui na aims to remove energetic blocks that cause stagnation by using hands-on kneading, pulling, and relaxing shiatsu-like techniques. Your tui na practitioner taps into specific energy points, using stretches, pressure points, and joint rotations, to balance the body’s vital energy (qi).
Here are some conditions tui na massage can address:
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Neck and Back Pain
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Premenstrual Syndrome
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Fatigue and Insomnia
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Carpal Tunnel
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Headaches
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Arthritis
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Osteoporosis
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Stress
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Musculoskeletal Disorders
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Digestive Conditions
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Respiratory Conditions
*This healing modality may be incorporated into your top-tier acupuncture treatment if directed by your practitioner for your personalized treatment plan.