202 32 St #3117, Vernon, BC, Canada
Integrating Acupuncture and Somatic Experiencing Therapy
Elysium-
At Elysium Acupuncture, I am committed to giving the best possible treatment and care for each individuals needs. Using Traditional Chinese Medicine along with Massage therapy, I am able to create a treatment plan that is unique to each patient I see. Patients feel welcomed and well taken care of in the beautiful setting at The Health Nest. The word Elysium means 'a condition of ideal bliss or happiness' which is something I strive to help each person achieve through their personal health journey.
A serene landscape featuring a tranquil lake surrounded by lush green hills and a clear blue sky.
Pregnancy
Traditional chinese medicine, Acupuncture,
Traditional chinese medicine, Acupuncture,
- Acupuncture can assist with conception through stress reduction, endocrine system regulation and by increasing blood flow to the reproductive organs. Fertility treatments such as IUI or IVF have better sucess when used in combination with Acupuncture.
- Acupuncture is a safe and beneficial treatment during pregnancy.
- In the early stages it
- Acupuncture can assist with conception through stress reduction, endocrine system regulation and by increasing blood flow to the reproductive organs. Fertility treatments such as IUI or IVF have better sucess when used in combination with Acupuncture.
- Acupuncture is a safe and beneficial treatment during pregnancy.
- In the early stages it can aid in maintaining pregnancy, decreasing stress, fatigue, pain and nausea. As pregnancy progresses it can be very helpful to ease aches and pains, improve digestion, decrease swelling, alleviate heartburn, improve sleep and anxiety.
- Third trimester Acupuncture is used prepare the body for birth by stimulating points that relax and soften the uterine ligaments, direct blood flow and encourages the baby to descend into optimal birthing position.
- Preparing for birth naturally can help decrease the need for medical induction or intervention and can make for an easier labor overall.
Traditional chinese medicine, Acupuncture,
Traditional chinese medicine, Acupuncture,
Traditional chinese medicine, Acupuncture,
- Acupuncture can effectively treat many acute and chronic painful conditions, decreasing the need for over the counter pharmaceuticals.
- Conditions such as headache, migraine, low back pain, nerve pain, menstrual discomfort, muscle pain, injury and more have shown good success with acupuncture treatments.
- Extremely fine needles are inserted
- Acupuncture can effectively treat many acute and chronic painful conditions, decreasing the need for over the counter pharmaceuticals.
- Conditions such as headache, migraine, low back pain, nerve pain, menstrual discomfort, muscle pain, injury and more have shown good success with acupuncture treatments.
- Extremely fine needles are inserted along specific pathways at points where 'qi' or energy comes closes to the surface. This helps relieve pain by releasing our own natural painkiller endorphins.
- Acupuncture has been shown to have anti-inflammatory effects. While short term/acute inflammation is the body's natural (and healthy) protective response to injury, long term or too much inflammation can lead to pain, numbness and loss of mobility.
- Acupuncture can help to decrease inflammation by unblocking stagnation and improve blood flow,
Skin and Beauty
Traditional chinese medicine, Acupuncture,
Skin and Beauty
- Cosmetic acupuncture is modern take on an old tradition. As we age, the collagen and elastin (responsible for keeping our skin firm) decreases. Our skin becomes thinner and more fragile and thus causing wrinkles and saggy skin. Lifestyle, diet, stress and age are all factors that play a part in how our skin looks as we age.
- Traditional
- Cosmetic acupuncture is modern take on an old tradition. As we age, the collagen and elastin (responsible for keeping our skin firm) decreases. Our skin becomes thinner and more fragile and thus causing wrinkles and saggy skin. Lifestyle, diet, stress and age are all factors that play a part in how our skin looks as we age.
- Traditional Chinese Acupuncture uses a holistic approach to manage the signs of aging. Points are selected on the body as well as the face to improve well being.
- Used too decrease stress, improve digestion, sleep quality, and overall health. Locally, Needles stimulate the facial muscles, helping them to lift and tighten. Needles are inserted along lines and wrinkles to create micro traumas in the dermis, causing our body to respond and make new collagen to heal the injury and fill in the lines. Typically results are noticed within 6-12 treatments
- Christy has received additional certification for Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture.
Services
Acupuncture
Traditional Chinese Acupuncture can treat a wide variety of health related issues. Our vital energy, also known as 'Qi' flows through our body along distinct meridian pathways. When there is an obstruction or imbalance of Qi, disharmony arises and pain and disease take place. Acupuncture uses points along the meridians where Qi flows closer to the surface to correct the balance and flow of energy. Acupuncture needles are very fine and usually only cause a tiny pinch while being inserted. Acupuncture is commonly used to treat all types of pain including back/hip/shoulder pain, tendonitis, arthritis, nerve pain, headaches, digestive disorders, hormonal imbalances, fatigue, anxiety and depression, insomnia, PMS, menopause, pregnancy and post postpartum. Trying Acupuncture for the first time can make people nervous, but patients are quick to realize how relaxing and effective treatments are. Alternative methods of treatment using non invasive point stimulators are used for children, infants and those who do not respond well to needles.
Cupping
Cupping is a form of alternative medicine that originated thousands of years ago and is one of the oldest forms of manual therapy. Recently, cupping has gained popularity as many athletes are using this modality to effectively treat muscle/ tendon injury and pain. Small glass cups are heated up with fire and strategically placed on the skin to create suction- much like the opposite of a massage. Cupping therapy is used as a stand alone treatment, or combined with acupuncture. Used for pain, relaxation, inflammatory conditions, chest congestion, improvement of blood flow and deep tissue massage. Cupping is used on many parts of the body.
Tui Na / Massage
Therapeutic Massage is often used in conjunction with Acupuncture or cupping treatments. Tui Na is a modality of Traditional Chinese Medicine that helps to treat patterns of disharmony within the body. Translated it means "Push and Grasp". It Helps to promote circulation, relieve muscle tension, and unblock pathways of the body that are 'stuck.' Using manual therapy in conjunction with Acupuncture completes a well rounded treatment.
About Christy
Christy grew up in Vernon and has since returned home to raise a family of her own. In 2006, she graduated from MacEwan University in Edmonton with a diploma in Massage Therapy. She went on to further her education and studied Acupuncture, graduating from MacEwan University in 2010. Christy continues to expand her knowledge, completing beginner, intermediate and advanced level of Somatic Experiencing training. She has a keen interest in health and nutrition. As a lover of the outdoors, Christy and her family are thrilled to be a part of such an active and vibrant community here in Vernon.