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CHINESE MEDICINE

Napa Valley Style

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People come to me for a host of reasons. One may be coming for relief from long-term pain. Another may come for for pain from injury.  Another may want to bolster general health. A woman may come for help around her pregnancy. A parent may bring child with an earache. Some come in with a specific treatment in mind, others just want relief from what ails them.

 

I'm often asked how I know where to put the needles or how I choose what treatment I might use. What they're touching on is the magic of acupuncture.​ When deciding on a treatment, I listen and observe, remembering my inner mantra: opening, moving, healing. My treatments, include those listed below, alone or in combinations tailored for the need presented. I work always together with the individual’s need and desire and the body’s innate tendency to move toward health.

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TREATMENTS I OFFER

 

ACUPUNCTURE

Acupuncture is the insertion of very thin needles into the body to smooth the flow of qi. Qi or chi is the Chinese word that embodies all movement and transformation. In a state of health, qi flows smoothly, and our bodily systems work properly—free of pain and able to work in harmony.

 

ACUPRESSURE

Acupressure uses fingers and hands instead of needles to stimulate points on the body. This method is used when patients have an aversion to needles or when needles are painful. 

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CHI NEI TSANG

Chi Nei Tsang is a deep massage of the abdomen, that frees any tension in the fascia and brings breath, blood, and oxygen to the internal organs. The massage may include guided imagery, sound, and breathwork. I include tools for home self-care as a part of every treatment.

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CRANIOSACRAL

Cranio-sacral work is calming, soothing, and relaxing. Using slow, gentle movement, the craniosacral practitioner can facilitate the body's need to let go of deeply held, possibly unconscious, or unknown tension. The energy release in this therapy invites bones in the cranium, spine, and sacrum to shift, allowing for improved flow of cerebrospinal fluid and better communication between the central and peripheral nervous systems.

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PEDIATRIC WORK - SHONISHIN  

Shonishin, developed in Japan but used in Chinese medicine, is a massage for children using specialized tools to rhythmically scrape and tap the meridians and points on the body. It can involve insertions of acupuncture needles if the child allows. Like acupuncture, Shonishin increases blood flow, breaks up stagnation, boosts the immune system, calms the spirit, and helps with childhood illnesses including colds, fevers, ear infections, asthma, and conditions like ADD, ADHD, and other dysfunctions.

 

RELATED TREATMENTS

The following therapies may be used in conjunction with other treatments.

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MOXIBUSTION

Moxibustion uses the herb Artemesia to warm the skin’s surface and penetrate deep into the body, promoting blood flow and dispersing congestion. The taper-shaped herb is lit and moved over acupuncture points or specific areas on the skin.

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CUPPING
Cupping is a technique that uses glass cups to create suction in areas of discomfort to break up and release congestion. Cupping may mark the skin for several days.

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GUA SHA

Gua Sha uses a flat-edged tool that is scraped over oiled skin to reduce fever or loosen tense muscles. This treatment may mark the skin for several days.

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​ADDITIONAL SERVICES 

Priced on an individual consultancy basis depending on the scope of work

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Feng Shui is a Chinese system that governs spatial arrangements in relation to the flow of Qi. I offer personsultations for energy/space clearing. Contact me for details.

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Energetic Dowsing is a practice of using special tools to seek energies and patterns in people and spaces. I offer personal consultations. Contact me for details.

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Qi Gong is a Chinese system of physical movements and breath control to focus on and direct Qi. Contact me to access my videos or for any questions you might have.

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​PRICING
Initial consultation, 1.5 hrs $225 

Follow-up treatments, 1 hr $175

.Combo massage/acupuncture 1.5 hrs $250

Deluxe massage/acupuncture 2.5 hrs $375

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(707) 738-9554  •   erica@ericabowman.com

ERICA BOWMAN, LA.C  •  1314 MAIN STREET  •  SAINT HELENA, CA 94574

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