Helping you find better wellness
Kim is a caring dedicated professional devoted to helping you feel your best by facilitating healing using the time honored techniques of acupuncture, tuina massage, cupping and heat therapies. Each session consists of an assessment, followed by a treatment tailored to your condition; which consist of one or more modalities. The average treatment takes between 1 and 2 hours.
Acupuncture For Health is a quiet, home-based clinic with a serene and beautifully decorated setting. There is a private, separate entrance to the clinic at the front of the house. Parking is available.
Treatments and Sessions
Each Acupuncture For Health treatment costs $70, but initial assessment is done at no extra charge. See below for descriptions of the numerous treatments offered. Discounts available with purchase of package deals.
Acupuncture is a technique of inserting and manipulating fine filament-like needles into specific points on the body to relieve pain or for therapeutic purposes. Tell me more about Acupuncture
Cupping is a form of negative pressure massage done using heavy glass cups, that promotes circulation of both blood and qi. Tell me more about Cupping
Traditional Chinese Medical Assessment and Counseling is an assessment done that will determine what systemic imbalances may be present that are leading to symptoms of disease. Tell me more about Traditional Chinese Medical Assessment
Infrared Heat Lamp Therapy may be used with acupuncture needles to help stimulate the effects of the needles. The heat also warms the body, increasing capillary blood flow, which helps to carry more oxygen and nutrients to the cell and carry away metabolic cellular waste. Tell me more about Infrared Heat Lamp Therapy
Tui na Massage is a Chinese system of massage that encourages the free flow of qi by manipulating the joints, viscera and soft tissue. Tell me more about Tui na Massage
Moxibustion is a traditional Chinese medicine therapy using moxa or mugwort herb, that stimulates circulation through the points and induces a smoother flow of blood and qi. Tell me more about Moxibustion
FAQ
How much are the treatment fees?
$70 per treatment. Initial assessment is done at no extra charge.
How many treatments will it usually take?
Depending upon the nature of the problem it can take any where from 1 to 10 treatments to resolve an issue. Some clients may choose to have regular follow up treatments to encourage general wellness.
How often will the treatments need to be?
In order for the treatments to be effective they should be at the very most 1 week apart. For some conditions it is more effective to have 2 or 3 treatments per week. Maintenance treatments can be done on a biweekly or monthly schedule.
Does acupuncture hurt?
For most people acupuncture needles do not cause pain. There can be a mild to sharp pinching or pricking sensation upon insertion, which then fades to heaviness, itching, tingling or radiating. Once the needles are in it is common to experience deep relaxation.
For anyone who is very sensitive to, or afraid of the needles an alternative treatment can be done using cupping, massage and heat therapy to stimulate the acupuncture points and their meridians.
Where will the needles be inserted?
There are 365 points on the body and many extra points as well as ahshi points (ouch points). Most of the points are located on the meridians or channels that traverse the entire body, limbs and the head. In general a lot of needling is done on the lower part of the legs/feet and the arms/hands. Some needling is also done on the abdomen, back shoulders and neck. Occasionally needles are done on the face and head.
How many needles will be inserted for a treatment?
The number of needles per treatment will vary. It can be as few as 1 or 2 and up to 40. On average, between 15 to 30 needles will be used.
How long are the needles left in for?
The needles are retained for 20-50 minutes.
Does health insurance cover acupuncture treatments?
Most extended health care plans cover acupuncture done by a qualified practitioner, while OHIP does not. Check with your insurance provider to determine your coverage.
How long does it take to get an appointment?
Wait times vary but in most cases, if at all possible, you will be given an appointment in the current week.
Do you have evening and weekend appointments available?
Evening and weekend appointments are available.
Will you do home visits?
Yes, home visits can be done. A nominal additional fee will be charged to cover the travel time.
What should I wear for the treatment?
It doesn't matter what you wear for the treatment. If the clothing you are wearing does not leave access to the acupuncture points, sheets can be used for draping.
About Kim
Kim spent 3 years studying Acupuncture Therapy to receive her diploma with high honours from the SSC Acupuncture Institute in Toronto. With 20 years experience as an instructor and personal trainer in the health and fitness industry she loved helping people find better wellness. Kim was then compelled by life’s circumstances to follow her lifelong calling of becoming a health care practitioner. Since she's been doing acupuncture she's been thrilled with the amazing results that the treatments really have. Her favourite quote from one of her former instructors is “This stuff really works.”
Kim is a member of CSCMA, the Canadian Society of Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture.
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Locate Us
We're located at Fittons and West.
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