Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese medical practice that has been used for thousands of years to promote natural healing and relieve pain. It involves the insertion of thin needles into specific points on the body to stimulate the flow of Qi (“chee”), which is believed to be the body’s vital energy. Acupuncture is based on the principle that the body is interconnected and that imbalances in one area can affect other areas of the body, leading to pain, illness and dysfunction.
Acupuncture is used to treat a wide range of conditions, from chronic pain and headaches to digestive disorders and anxiety. It is a sage and effective form of therapy that has been extensively studied and is supported by a growing body of scientific evidence. Acupuncture is often used in combination with other forms of therapy such as herbal medicine, massage and exercise to help clients achieve optimal health and well-being. Whether you’re looking for a natural way to manage pain or to improve your overall health and wellness, acupuncture may be an effective option for you.
Melissa Wu is the acupuncturist at The Healing Centre
Melissa Wu
Melissa emigrated to Canada in 2004 after running a successful and busy acupuncture clinic in Beijing for over 30 years. She graduated from the University of Beijing in her specialty field of Chinese Medicine. For the past 9 years, she has been operating an acupuncture home clinic and is now expanding beyond her local community of Markham and Richmond Hill.
Recently she has received full accreditation as a member of the Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture Association of Canada. This is in full compliance with updated Provincial legislation governing her field of holistic medicine.
In addition to the benefits of acupuncture to overall health, Melissa specializes in acupuncture treatment of pain management, seasonal allergies, weight loss, lower back disorders, sleep pattern disorders, chronic headaches and other health problems. This diversity of treatment has resulted from referrals by doctors and fellow patients.
Pricing and services offered at The Healing Centre
New patients $90
New patients with acupuncture and cupping $95
Ongoing treatment acupuncture $75
Ongoing treatment acupuncture and cupping $90