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Acupuncture And Cupping

Acupuncture is a common therapeutic intervention derived from Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). All of our naturopathic doctors have completed hundreds of hours of training in acupuncture as part of their naturopathic medicine degrees in the form of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Acupuncture involves the use of small, sterile, non-reusable needles as part of a more comprehensive program or for acute conditions. At NatCan, acupuncture is performed by our licensed acupuncturist and ALL OF OUR NATUROPATHIC DOCTORS. Unlike NDs and acupuncturists, chiropractors, physiotherapists and massage therapists perform medical/contemporary acupuncture, a system that approaches treatment from a more physical paradigm and not constitutional.

Cupping

Cupping is an ancient component of TCM treatments. It is particularly effective for addressing muscle or chest congestion. Cupping involves the use of glass or plastic cups that are placed on the body to help increase circulation. This treatment is offered by our licensed acupuncturist, both Drs. Sabrina Perfetto and Stefania Iovine, ND and our registered massage therapists.

If booking with a Naturopathic Doctor, a Naturopathic Initial Assessment is required prior to booking. NEW Acupuncture/Cupping Clients must book either:
  1. Walk-In Acupuncture OR Walk-In Cupping (Brief Assessment)
  2. Naturopathic Initial Intake (Comprehensive assessment for Acupuncture/Cupping or Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture + other health concerns).
  3. Initial Acupuncture + Cupping Treatment (Brief Assessment)
  4. Initial Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture (Brief Assessment)
EXISTING Naturopathic patients may book the Constitutional Acupuncture / Cupping / Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture Follow Up's directly.
BOOK AT NATCAN INTEGRATIVE MEDICAL AND WELLNESS CENTRE
BOOK AT NATCAN WEIGHT LOSS AND SKIN CLINIC

*SIDE NOTE: Facial Rejuvenation/Cosmetic Acupuncture is also offered at BOTH locations, performed by BOTH our licensed acupuncturist, Alisa Cesselli AND ND's - Drs. Stefania Iovine and Sabrina Perfetto. Alisa Cesselli, also provides a Gua Sha Lymphatic Drainage Facial. Learn more on our services page, under Natural Skin Therapies.

**Gua Sha Stone Massage**- This treatment is for patients experiencing tight muscles, poor blood circulation, headaches, chronic inflammation, and stiffened tissues/knots. The goal of the Gua Sha Massage Treatment is to break up fascia, relax stiffened muscles and joints, promote blood circulation, and enhance tissue drainage. This treatment is based off of ancient Traditional Chinese Medicine concepts that use scraping techniques with Jade Stones and Rose Quartz scraping tools. The Gua Sha massage may be performed on the back, arms, shoulders, and/or legs. Performed by our registered acupuncturist, Alisa Cesselli.

Service Location: NatCan Weight Loss and Skin Clinic AND NatCan Integrative Medical and Wellness Centre.

A brunette woman laying on an acupuncture table receives cupping treatment for back pain

Conditions Treated

Women's Health

  • PCOS
  • Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
  • Hormonal acne
  • Hair loss
  • Preconception support after infertility
  • Menopause
  • Pregnancy & post-natal support

Gut Health

  • Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
  • Chronic gas & bloating
  • GERD (heartburn & reflux)
  • Celiac disease
  • Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO)

Mood

  • Balanced mood support
  • Adrenal dysfunction & adrenal fatigue
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Stress & irritability

Autoimmune Disease

  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Psoriasis
  • Hashimoto's thyroiditis
  • Celiac disease
  • Eczema
  • IBD (Crohn's and ulcerative colitis) 
  • Graves disease

    Chronic & Metabolic Conditions

    • Blood glucose regulation: prediabetes & diabetes + insulin resistance
    • Hypothyroidism
    • Weight loss
    • Hypercholesterolemia

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