LEAVE IT IN OUR HANDS
At Massage Empathy we specialize in registered massage and acupuncture therapies in Richmond BC. We understand the importance of achieving mental and physical well-being and that’s why we offer a variety of massage, acupuncture and cupping therapies that adapt to each individual need. Our certified and experienced therapists are here to provide professional health care for your overall comfort and health.
TREATMENTS
Low back pain treatment
Neck Pain
Swedish
Deep Tissue
Stress Reduction
RMT
Injury Recovery
Prenatal Massage
Pain Relief
Sport Massage
Full Body Treatment
DIRECT BILLING
WHAT IS ACUPUNTURE?
Acupuncture is the essence of eastern medicine and has been long accepted as a gentle yet effective method to treat and prevent injuries and illnesses. All it takes is to insert ultrafine needles just under the skin’s surface at various points on the body to create micro stress where in by activating the body’s natural self-healing mechanism (similar to exercise which creates micro tears to the muscles forcing the body to heal the area to become stronger and more robust). Nowadays acupuncture is widely used as a complementary therapy to the pharmacological treatments in many countries. According to researches conducted by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), acupuncture can help treat conditions such as pain and tension, osteoarthritis, MVA injuries, migraines and headaches, insomnia and many other disorders.
DO YOU HAVE BODY ACHES AND PAIN? Does your joints and muscles feel weak? Back and shoulders tight and strained? Acupuncture offers a multitude of benefits and works by stimulating specific points on the body to promote natural healing. The needles create micro damage to the area forcing the body to heal the area making the area stronger and healthier Similar to exercising where the muscles are micro damaged creating a healing response to heal the muscle making it stronger and more robust Firstly, it helps to alleviate pain by stimulating the release of endorphins, the body's natural pain-relieving chemicals. This can provide relief for chronic pain conditions such as migraines, arthritis, and back pain. Secondly, acupuncture reduces stress and promotes relaxation by activating the parasympathetic nervous system, leading to a sense of calmness and improved mental well-being. Acupuncture also boosts the immune system by improving blood circulation and enhancing the body's defense mechanisms. It is a safe and effective therapy that supports overall health and harmony in the body, promoting balance and well-being.
Acupuncture activates the nervous, immune, and endocrine systems, improves blood flow and restores circulation, and breaks up stagnant energy, so that the body can begin to heal and rebalance.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, stagnant or blocked energy is the root of illness, pain, and disease. In a healthy, balanced individual, this energy (known as Qi) flows smoothly along pathways (known as meridians) that run throughout the body. It’s on these pathways that acupuncture points are located. There are hundreds of points on the body, each corresponding to a particular body system, organ, or anatomical area, which if blocked, prevent proper energy flow causing imbalance.
How it feels
You might be wondering how acupuncture feels, aren’t you? Well, everyone tends to panic when they hear the word needle, but the truth is the needles used are extremely thin and gentle to the skin. Most people report feeling a very small discomfort when the needle is inserted because it reaches a point that produces pressure or ache, but the discomfort fades quickly. In general, patients feel energized or relaxed both during the session and afterwards.
conditions treated
o INJURIES
o ACUTE OR CHRONIC PAIN
o MIGRAINE HEADACHES
o INSOMNIA & FATIGUE
o DIGESTIVE ISSUES
o CHRONIC ILLNESS
o HORMONE IMBALANCE
o FERTILITY
o STRESS
o PERIOD PAIN
o DEPRESSION / ANXIETY
o BACK AND NECK PAIN
TESTIMONIALS
“The acupuncturist was super nice and professional, she helped me with my locked shoulder. Will highly recommend!”
““My right arm got injured couple months ago, X-ray showed bones are good, but I was feeling painful and tried some traditional acupuncture, but didn’t help. The first time when I saw Linda, after learning my history, she suggested me to try the floating needles, which could be effective for muscle problems. And It is true, the floating needles really work for me, after three treatments my arm was much better, I could lift my arm, bend my elbow, use scissors…, I am so grateful for Linda”— Lydia Y”
“Have visited this clinic and received treatment from Cliff and Edward almost 20 times. Both have been professional and efficient, helping a lot with my stress, lower back pain, muscle tightness and injuries.”
“Kathleen is very professional and patient. After almost 4 months treatment, I feel much better. I sleep quite well recently, and I don’t suffer from my periods any more! It’s worth to have a try😀 And the plus is, they do auto billing.”
Cupping is an ancient Chinese medicine technique where sickness, disease, and toxins are drawn out of the body.