If you are looking into cupping and gua sha in Calgary, you have probably seen the photos — round purple circles from cups, or red streaks after scraping — and wondered two things: what does it cost, and what is it actually for? This guide answers both, with a clear-eyed look at the evidence. Cupping … Read more
Tuina (pronounced “twee-nah”) is the massage branch of traditional Chinese medicine — and if you’re picturing a quiet spa, scented oil, and drifting off to sleep, adjust the picture. Tuina is active, targeted bodywork: rolling, pressing, kneading, and stretching, usually done over your clothing, often aimed at a specific problem like a stiff neck or … Read more
You’ve seen the photos: athletes and actors covered in perfectly round purple circles. That’s cupping — a traditional therapy where cups are placed on the skin and suction is used to draw the tissue upward. It’s offered at many Calgary acupuncture and TCM clinics, usually as an add-on to acupuncture or massage. The circles look … Read more
What Chinese herbal medicine is Herbal medicine has been part of TCM for over two thousand years, with classic texts cataloguing hundreds of commonly used substances. Most are plant-based — roots, bark, flowers, seeds, fruits, and leaves — though some traditional formulas include minerals or animal products, which reputable modern clinics will disclose and can … Read more