Traditional Chinese Medical Acupuncture

Ancient wisdom meets modern practice in Aljezur, Portugal

Traditional Chinese Acupuncture treatment Acupuncture needles and treatment setup

What is Traditional Chinese Medical Acupuncture?

Traditional Chinese Medical Acupuncture is a time-tested healing system that has been refined over thousands of years. This ancient practice involves the precise insertion of ultra-fine needles into specific points on the body to restore balance and promote natural healing.

Unlike modern adaptations, Traditional Chinese Medical Acupuncture follows the classical principles of Chinese medicine, viewing health as a state of harmony between the body's vital energy (Qi) and its natural environment.

How It Works

  • • Restores the flow of Qi (vital energy)
  • • Balances Yin and Yang energies
  • • Strengthens the body's natural defenses
  • • Addresses root causes, not just symptoms
  • • Promotes self-healing mechanisms

Treatment Approach

  • • Comprehensive health assessment
  • • Tongue and pulse diagnosis
  • • Individualized treatment plans
  • • Precise point selection
  • • Gentle, comfortable needling

Conditions Commonly Treated

Pain Management

  • • Chronic pain
  • • Arthritis
  • • Back and neck pain
  • • Headaches and migraines
  • • Sports injuries

Emotional Wellbeing

  • • Stress and anxiety
  • • Depression
  • • Insomnia
  • • Emotional imbalances
  • • Mental fatigue

General Health

  • • Digestive issues
  • • Respiratory conditions
  • • Hormonal imbalances
  • • Immune system support
  • • Energy and vitality

What to Expect

Initial Consultation (up to 120 minutes)

Comprehensive health history, traditional Chinese medicine diagnosis, and first treatment session.

Follow-up Sessions (usually 90 minutes or less)

Progress assessment and continued treatment tailored to your evolving needs.

Treatment Experience

Most people find acupuncture deeply relaxing. The needles are hair-thin and insertion is typically painless. Many clients experience a profound sense of calm and wellbeing during and after treatment.

Why Choose Traditional Chinese Medical Acupuncture?

Holistic Approach

Treats the whole person, not just isolated symptoms, addressing underlying imbalances.

Natural Healing

Drug-free treatment that works with your body's natural healing mechanisms.

Proven Effectiveness

Thousands of years of clinical use and modern research validation.

Preventive Care

Helps maintain health and prevent illness by strengthening your constitution.