Cupping, Gua Sha, Moxibustion or Ear Seeds: What Are They? | South Edmonton
Our acupuncturists also use traditional techniques. Here is what fire cupping, gua sha, moxibustion and ear seeds are.
Can I get cupping with my acupuncture?
Yes. You can book a follow-up acupuncture with fire cupping, or a stand-alone cupping session with an acupuncturist. Cupping may leave temporary marks that fade within several days.
Book: Follow Up Acupuncture + Fire Cupping (up to 75 mins) ($140) or Cupping Therapy by Acupuncturist ($60)
What is fire cupping?
Fire cupping is a traditional technique where heat is used briefly to create suction inside a glass cup before it's placed on the skin. It's done carefully by our acupuncturists and may help loosen tight muscles.
Book: Fire Cupping by Acupuncturist ($60) or Follow Up Acupuncture + Fire Cupping (up to 75 mins) ($140)
Do your acupuncturists offer gua sha?
Yes. Gua sha uses a smooth tool to scrape and release tight areas, and can be combined with follow-up acupuncture or booked for the neck and shoulders, back or scalp.
Book: Follow Up Acupuncture + Gua Sha (up to 75 mins) ($140) or Neck & Shoulder Tension Release Gua Sha (up to 30 mins) ($60)
What is moxibustion?
Moxibustion is a traditional warming technique using the herb mugwort near the skin. It can be added on to an acupuncture session.
Book: Add On Moxibustion ($35)
What are ear seeds?
Ear seeds are tiny seeds or beads placed on points of the ear with a small sticker, so you can gently press them between sessions. They're a simple add-on to acupuncture.
Book: Add On Ear Seed ($25)
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