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A form of therapeutic massage that may be used to target specific body areas (ex. Treatment of frozen shoulder), entire meridians (channels on the body), or a protocol to calm the shen (spirit-mind) for conditions like anxiety or insomnia. It is a combination of kneading, pressing, rolling, and stretching body tissues to improve circulation (flow of qi and blood) which can reduce the experience of pain, target specific points related to your condition, and improve mobility. Sometimes referred to as acupressure, this is a suitable form of treatment for children, or those patients who would prefer to forego acupuncture.

Chinese Herbal medicine is one of the foundational therapies in TCM that directly addresses the internal organs by ingestion of medicinals. Herbalists have knowledge of a variety of Chinese herbs, so they can select herbs that a best suited to your condition, and modify a formula specific to your presentation. They can be used to treat a variety of acute or chronic conditions, prevent sickness, and assist in recovery from illness or surgery. These conditions may be related to areas of study like: gynocology, geriatrics, pediatrics, dermatology, and internal medicine.
The formula, length of administration, and intention of use may vary depending on your presentation. Different plant parts like roots, flowers, leaves, and stems, animal parts, minerals, shells, and even familiar foods likefruits or seeds, may be consumed in a tea/decoction/tincture format to treat your condition. Please remember that herbs, while natural, are medicine, and can be safely prescribed and modified under the care of your TCM practitioner.
Amanda is continuously expanding her selection of herbal granules in her Kaslo clinic.
If the herbs you need aren’t in stock, she’ll work with you to come up with a solution to either find the prescription locally (in Kaslo or Nelson), or alternatively, order herbs for delivery (usually 3-4 days) and make nutrition and lifestyle recommendations to support your condition in the meantime.

This form of therapy uses glass cups to create suction over an area of the body. Sometimes called fire-cupping, the practitioner uses a small flame to create negative pressure in the cup, which lends temporary suction. Your practitioner may use mild suction, and apply “walking cups” by moving them back and forth over the area to be treated. “Static cups” are applied to an area, and left for 10-15 minutes. The effect is known to leave circular marks on the back resembling light bruises. Cupping is used therapeutically to enhance blood flow, draw out stagnation, and reduce muscle tensionCupping is used therapeutically
to enhance blood flow, draw out stagnation, and reduce muscle
tension

Using a smooth-edged tool, the practitioner rubs or scrapes the area with short or long strokes to stimulate microcirculation of soft-tissue in order to relieve stagnation in the channels. This method can cause light purple or red bruising also know as “sha” (like grains of sand). Scraping is used therapeutically to improve microcirculation and break up tissue restrictions like adhesions or scar tissue. In modern use, athletes use a similar approach to prevent injury and assist in muscle repair.

Based on natural observation, the practice of Daosim informs much of TCM lifestyle practices. Recommendations for self-cultivation and longevity practices may include nutrition, exercise, meditation, sleep, sexual temperance, and sleep hygiene. In particular, ancient physicians emphasize the importance of seasonal attunement – eating, exercising, and dressing appropriately for the seasons.