Herbal Medicine + Zen Shiatsu + Acupuncture

Ideally you would choose to receive Zen Shiatsu treatment regularly, whether it be every week, every second week, or once a month. This sort of preventative approach maintains health and vitality (maintains the green zone) and stops problems from creeping into the orange zone or becoming red.

Read more about the coloured zones.

Soreness and slight bleeding or bruises at the needle insertion points are occasional side effects. However, if you receive acupuncture from a qualified, licensed practitioner who uses sterile needles, the risks of acupuncture are minimal.

Yes! When working with women with menstrual concerns, fertility, and other gynaecological issues, it is not uncommon to prescribe three or four formulas to be taken at different stages of your cycle.

See more information about herbal medicine and menstruation here.

The herbs used in my Kampo practice cost approximately $40-50 per two-week dosage.

I more frequently administer acupuncture to treat specific ailments as opposed to general health maintenance, however this is not a hard and fast rule.

Many of my clients keep monthly or bi-monthly acupuncture appointments as a component of proactively managing their health.

Acupuncture is generally not considered to be a painful treatment, and I practice a very gentle style of acupuncture.

Some clients may feel a slight prick or sensation when the needles are inserted, but this sensation is usually brief and fades quickly. It’s not nearly like giving blood or stubbing your toe!