Acupuncture
a key component of traditional Chinese medicine most commonly used to treat pain. Thin needles are inserted through the skin at specific points on the body to stimulate the flow of energy (Qi). Practitioners believe that the energy flow will re-balance your body and stimulate self-healing.
Acupressure
a pain relief technique derived from traditional Chinese medicine, similar to acupuncture but without needles. Pressure is applied to points in the body intended to activate a self-healing mechanism or energy (Qi). Typically, pressure is increased for 30 seconds, held for up to two minutes and then slowly decreased for 30 seconds.
Activator Technique
a commonly used chiropractic adjustment using a handheld device to provide a quick, low-force and precise impulse to restore motion to the vertebrae or joints. It is an alternative or addition to manual or “hands-on” techniques, which do not use an instrument.