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Bowness Acupuncture

Registered Acupuncturist (RAc)
Trauma-informed, community-minded care

06/09/2023

Join me for pay what you want community acupuncture on June 17th . 💜 I’ll be at the with so many other great pay what you want health services including fitness, CPR training blood pressure testing, naloxone training, yoga and music therapy!

This acu session will help relax you, by stimulating the parasympathetic nervous system (rest and digest mode), and lowering pain signals and cortisol (the stress hormone). Let me know in the intake form if there’s any other areas you want to address.

03/06/2023

Acupressure is a simple tool that anyone can use to support their health. It's also accessible and affordable (aka free) - all you need is your hands, and a little basic guidance to use it safely and effectively. I teach this tool to my clients so much that I finally just made a how-to guide!

Acupressure can relieve tension and stress, improve circulation, and stimulate acupuncture points that are used to treat a variety of health concerns (i.e. headaches, insomnia, digestive dysfunction, menstrual pain and more).

If you'd like to learn the basic steps and precautions for self acupressure, as well as some handy points for stress and sleep you can do basically anywhere, check it out! Link to download in my bio. And please share with anyone who could use it!

PS: this guide is free and signing up for it will add you to my newsletter list, which you can unsubscribe from at any time.

I plan to make more guides in the future for other common concerns. Let me know in the comments if there's a topic you'd like to see!

02/23/2023

Registration is open and we still have a few spots left for Health Collective sessions! Here is the full schedule for the day. Tap the link in my bio or search “Health Collective February 2023” on Eventbrite. There will be light refreshments available. Masks are optional but highly recommended at this event. Please share!

If you would like a digital copy of the event poster with the registration QR Code and link, please DM or email us.

Thank you for being our event partner.

02/19/2023

Sign-up for a 45 min community acupuncture session with me! Acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine is known to be an effective treatment or adjunct therapy for a range of health issues. Tap the link in my bio or search “health collective February 2023” on Eventbrite.

🔹What to expect? You'll be seated in a group and needles will be placed in your ears. You’ll sit with the needles in for 30-40 min, enjoying their calming effects. Once they're removed, get up slowly and take this relaxation with you.

🔹Does it hurt? Some people don’t feel it at all, others may feel a slight pinching sensation - this disappears in a few seconds.

🔹What if I’m afraid of needles? That’s normal and we’ll make sure you’re comfortable! If you don’t want needles, you can have ear seeds (small beads that stick on with medical tape) for a similar effect.

🔹Can anyone get acupuncture? Yes, everyone is welcome! You'll complete an intake form so we know what treatment is right for you.

02/07/2023

SAVE THE DATE 💜 Very excited to participate in another Health Collective YYC event on Feb 25 from 11-4 at the Sunalta Community Hall. Sign up for classes, get a health screening, access health services and more! Event entry is FREE and classes/services are pay-what-you-want or a low fee. Please share!

09/29/2022

Community acupuncture coming to Bowness! Come try out this simple stress-relieving, body balancing pay-what-you-want treatment at .marketplace. Stay to enjoy delicious local food and drinks, and ask all your acu questions! Sign-up in bio.

08/06/2022

Oh hi, it’s been a minute (or half a summer 😎) but I’m still here needling away, and have a few announcements!

My last day at the lovely .massagetherapy space is this Tuesday (you can still DM me to book a last spot). I’m leaving to focus on my Bowness practice - now appropriately renamed Bowness Acupuncture - as well as more community-based initiatives.

On that note, I’m offering free or pay what you want community acu with at the on Aug 20. See story and stay tuned for more details!

04/21/2022

Soothe your stress, balance your body - affordably! We still have a few spots left for Community Acupuncture at Spectrum Massage Therapy & Acupuncture tomorrow between 4:00-6:30, $15 per person. Book your 40 minute session and start your weekend off with some calm. We also have stick-on ear seeds available if you’re not sure about needles. Sign-up here: https://spectrummassagetherapy.janeapp.com/ #/discipline/2/treatment/47

03/29/2022

🌱Spring is the season of the wood element in TCM, a time of renewal and expansion. It’s also a time to attend to the Liver + Gallbladder - and their related tissues and functions.

In clinic, liver/gallbladder issues we treat include:
👿 the emotional aspects of anger, frustration, impatience - and their repression which can manifest as depression, mood swings, and frequent sighing
🍃 wind conditions - allergies, spasms, dizziness, tinnitus, migraines, high blood pressure
💪 the “tendons”: tight muscles, rigid joints, inflamed tissues, neck and shoulder tension
👁 the eyes: dry, red or itchy eyes, seeing spots/floaters
🩸blood regulation: irregular menstruation, PMS, breast tenderness and distention
🥒chest or side pain, bitter taste in the mouth, IBS

At home, you can support the wood element with brisk walks, light and fast cooking methods, using pungent, expansive herbs such as basil, fennel, marjoram, caraway and dill, and sweet starchy vegetables like young beets, carrots and greens. 🦖🪴🥬

02/10/2022

Top 4 Benefits of Community Acupuncture

1. It's gentle - it involves a simple treatment - placing 5 needles on each ear for 30-45 minutes while you sit and relax.

2. It's a cost effective way to chill out. The calming state from the treatment is similar to what you experience in a yoga or meditation class but costs less than the usual drop-in fee. And the physical and mental benefits continue even after the needles are removed.

3. It's a low pressure way to try acupuncture. This is a low-key and no judgment atmosphere, and we'll walk you through any concerns or fears. We always have non-needle options if you change your mind!

4. It's a safer way to connect in tough times. Whether you come alone or with friends or family, the vibe is one of support and quiet, well-distanced connection. In order to run this service and minimize risk, we enforce mask wearing at all times, and follow strict pre-screening and sanitization protocols.

Register today! Wednesday Feb 23rd.
6:30-8:00 pm
$15/person
Bring a friend and save $5 with coupon code COMMUNITY
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Calgary, AB
T3B2R9

Telephone

+14039883929

Website

http://bownessacupuncture.ca/

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