Cupping and moxibustion have been traditional healing methods within Oriental medicine for thousands of years. Both share the principle of stimulating the circulation of qi, while breaking up stagnation and tonifiying deficiency. Quite relaxing in the experience, cupping is performed most commonly on the back, (but can be used anywhere it is needed) and is based on a vacuum-effect, where glass cups gently pull the skin in order to free up the meridians and move toxic stuck qi out of the system. Moxibustion involves the burning of moxa, an herb made from the leaves of the mugwort plant. It is formed in various formations and burned in order to influence and enhance the circulation of qi, thus positively affecting the organs and meridians of the body. Cupping and moxibustion are often involved as part of an acupuncture treatment and are included in the price, but can be utilized as a sole remedy as well.
60 min $120
