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Acupuncture

Acupuncture is the stimulation of significant points of the body with sterile, single-use needles. They are used to benefit circulation, reduce inflammation, relax muscles, trigger the release endorphins and endogenous painkillers, regulate hormones and soothe the central nervous system. These effects help the body to coordinate it's innate healing response without undesired side effects. Ad... Read More

Acupuncture is the stimulation of significant points of the body with sterile, single-use needles. They are used to benefit circulation, reduce inflammation, relax muscles, trigger the release endorphins and endogenous painkillers, regulate hormones and soothe the central nervous system. These effects help the body to coordinate it's innate healing response without undesired side effects.

Adjunct therapies may include acupressure, photobiomodulation, cupping, massage, range of motion exercises, guasha, moxibustion, TDP heat therapy, supplement recommendation, lifestyle modification, and exercise instruction.

Given acupuncture's holistic mode of action, it's applicable to an incredibly broad range of conditions including:
pain, limited movement, stress/emotional, digestive, skin conditions, sense organs, internal organs, blood pressure, weight management, smoking cessation and many more.


Massage

There are many massage methods within the scope of traditional eastern medicine. Tuina (twee-naa) is a system of massage which works on similar principles to acupuncture. Points and channels are stimulated with specific massage methods, to benefit flow and circulation thereby correcting illness and easing symptoms. This may look include acupressure, back-walking and range of motion exercises. ... Read More

There are many massage methods within the scope of traditional eastern medicine. Tuina (twee-naa) is a system of massage which works on similar principles to acupuncture. Points and channels are stimulated with specific massage methods, to benefit flow and circulation thereby correcting illness and easing symptoms. This may look include acupressure, back-walking and range of motion exercises. To the same effect, guasha, moxibustion, TDP heat therapy, reiki, lifestyle modification, home-care advise, and exercise instruction may also be applied where helpful.


Free Consultation

This is a meeting to answer any questions you may have, and discuss your health goals, and how best to reach them This will help you get an idea of how acupuncture may help, what other therapies or lifestyle modifications may be beneficial, and what kind of results you can anticipate if you choose to get treatment. There is no obligation for a paid follow-up treatment. This service is offered ... Read More

This is a meeting to answer any questions you may have, and discuss your health goals, and how best to reach them
This will help you get an idea of how acupuncture may help, what other therapies or lifestyle modifications may be beneficial, and what kind of results you can anticipate if you choose to get treatment. There is no obligation for a paid follow-up treatment. This service is offered for free one time per person.
The consultation can be held in person or over the phone.

Hello, My name’s Owen Parnell.

I grew up in Victoria, and have had lived experience of eastern healing arts since childhood. In my early 20’s, fresh out of art school, I enrolled to study acupuncture, as I figured it would be good to know and apply to the rest of my life. Near the end of my studies, my daughter was born, and I began the hustle of a budding clinician and entrepreneur. 6 years later I feel confident to meet what comes, and help a broad spectrum of people in reaching their health goals. I love the purposefulness and the creativity of this work.

I view patient comfort and trust as an essential element of a good treatment, and modify my approach to suit the unique physiology, temperament and circumstances of each patient. I can be gentle or strong in my methods depending on what suits you best.

My ultimate goal is to improve my patients quality of life as much as possible. I want you to be liberated in a sense, from physical pain, restricted movement, self imposed limitations, or whatever it is that ails you. If you tell me you hate your job, I will encourage you to consider your options. I employ the classical approaches of acupuncture, massage, cupping, guasha, conversation and counsel, lifestyle recommendations. I also use some tools not so common to acupuncturists, Laser therapy AKA PBMT (photobiomodulation therapy), and toksen (thai hammer massage).

Outside of the clinic, I am blessed to co-parent my young daughter. I have a background in visual arts, and maintain a slow but steady visual art and martial arts practice. It’s an honour and privilege to be of service in this way. Thank you for considering me as a helper on your path.

Hello, My name’s Owen Parnell. I grew up in Victoria, and have had lived experience of eastern h... Read More

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