Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), which includes acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine and other modalities, is the primary health care system and has flourished in China for more than 3,000 years. Recently in the United States, the National Institute of Health (NIH) and the World Health Organization (WHO) have recognized acupuncture as being affective for treating pain and various illnesses and ailments. Also, Chinese Herbal Medicine has become acknowledged for its profound benefit of healing, and in many cases, replacing the need for sustained pharmaceutical use.
The use of TCM proves to be less costly than Allopathic medicine and is an all-encompassing medical system for the prevention and management of illness. Along with creating a positive result for your total sense of well-being and health, acupuncture works to balance, harmonize, energize, restore function and comfort.
Cosmetic acupuncture is growing in popularity because it has many advantages over surgery including less expense, no ‘down time’, and general health improvements over possible surgical complication.
Susan Sandage is a certified practitioner of the Mei Zen Cosmetic System, as taught by Martha Lucas, PhD, L.Ac. And Denise Ellinger L.Ac. The Mei Zen system includes procedures for facial and abdominal needs.
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Cosmetic Acupuncture
Facial cosmetic acupuncture can result in:
- Improved elasticity
- Reduction or elimination rosacea and acne
- Improvement in fine lines and diminishing of deeper wrinkles
- Improved muscle tone
- Reduction in jowls
- Reduction in puffiness
- Moisturized, softer skin
All cosmetic procedures may also result in enhanced energy, improved digestion, better sense of well-being, increased libido, better sleep and reduction in hot flashes.
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Abdominal cosmetic acupuncture can:
- Tighten abdominal area
- Reduce measurement resulting in loss of inches
- Improve elasticity (especially helpful post liposuction, after weight loss and post partum)
- Decrease postural and back issues
All cosmetic procedures may also result in enhanced energy, improved digestion, better sense of well-being, increased libido, better sleep and reduction in hot flashes.
Weight Loss
Many clients are successful in weight loss through Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) because it addresses the underlying root issues of weight gain. This plan optimizes acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine to balance these issues of weight excess as it pertains to eating problems, lack of energy, water retention, stress, digestive issues, and slow metabolism. Our plan for weight-loss at AHS is as follows:
There is no “magic bullet,” when it comes to weight loss. We work together to help you give up pounds and achieve your goal weight. Successful weight management is something that is comprehensive. In our weight loss program, we examine and adapt your eating habits, educate you more on nutrition in the context of TCM, help you understand the mind/body connection using Taoist philosophy, and support you in developing self-awareness skills helpful in health enhancement & weight management. Various techniques are used to help you increase your energy, control cravings, help control your appetite, improve your food choices, prevent comfort eating, decrease water retention, and enhance your metabolism.
These methods include:
- Acupuncture
- Self-Massage techniques
- Herbal medicine
- Gua-Sha
- Qi Gong exercises, which optimize weight balance & metabolism
We regularly offer two free classes to our clients: An Introduction to the Yin & Yang: Energetics of Traditional Chinese Medicine & Nutrition and Meridian Qi Gong Exercise Class, both of which provide insight into the philosophy of TCM and how it applies to weight management & optimizing metabolism, making more health-minded lifestyle choices, staying fit and active, and finding ways to be more comfortable in your body.
Acupuncture Happy Hour
Let your stress melt away and experience deep tranquility with a fun, calming, and relaxing Acupuncture Happy Hour!
Acupuncture “happy hours” are a casual event that allow you to unwind and de-stress naturally using ear-point acupuncture (also known as auricular therapy). By stimulating certain ear points using small needles, you can experience a soothing, gentle, calm, and relaxing treatment that will invigorate you and wash away stress from head to toe. What a fun and healthy way to recover from a long week at work, meet new friends, and have fun!
Contact us if you are in the Norfolk or Virginia Beach area and are interested in holding an a acupuncture happy hour for you and your co-workers, family, or friends who are curious about acupuncture and deserve a little rest & relaxation to have them feeling refreshed and recharged!
