The Medicine

Traditional Chinese Medicine

TCM has been around since the Stone Age. In fact, there are primitive acupuncture needles made of stone that were found China dating back to the late Stone Age (40,000 to 10,000 BC). Through the ages, these simple but effective techniques have remained, though the tools have advanced greatly. Needles have become hair thin, so their insertion feels no different than a mere mosquito bite.

Evidence-Based Medicine

The effectiveness of acupuncture points has withstood the test of time such that the WHO (World Health Organization) has sourced over 250 controlled clinic trails to support evidence-based acupuncture as a viable choice in pain management. When needles are inserted and stimulated, the connective tissue below the skin becomes twisted around the needle. The stretching of the connective tissue causes muscles to relax. Connective tissue joins muscle groups and organ systems alike, which is why it offers a variety of health benefits.

Carolyn Cseszko, RAc, CNP, BSc

Carolyn is a registered Traditional Chinese Medicine Acupuncturist who graduated from Eight Branches Academy of Eastern Medicine in Toronto. Additionally, she is a Certified Nutritional Practitioner with a Bachelor of Science, majoring in biology.

Carolyn is a motivated health care practitioner who aspires to make traditional medicine more common to the busy urban lifestyle. What sets her apart from other acupuncturists is her gentle, but effective approach to treating. In addition to acupuncture, Carolyn is trained in Tuina (Chinese massage), moxibustion, gua sha, cupping and nutritional advice.

The Rates

Acupuncture is a subtle technique that should not cause pain. Treatments normally result in a state of calm and relaxation. Thus, it is encouraged that patients allow themselves a small window of time to adjust to any high intensity engagements that may follow a treatment session due to potential feelings of sleepiness.

Initial Consultation

The session will begin with a detailed intake of medical history, including the chief complaint. Diagnostic techniques of pulse-taking and tongue observation will be conducted, followed by an acupuncture treatment which may or may not include additional modalities such as Tuina massage, cupping, moxibution, gua sha or nutritional recommendations.
**$145**

acupuncture TCM.jpg — 45 Minute Session

This is a follow up session that begins with a few simple questions regarding the state of your chief complaint, as well as diagnostic techniques of pulse-taking and tongue observation. Patient may expect meridian palpation of further diagnostics are required, followed by acupuncture and additional modalities as required.
**$105**

cupping flower.jpg — Cupping Session

This 25 minutes session will begin with a few simple questions regarding the chief complaint, followed by diagnostic techniques of pulse-taking, tongue observation and meridian palpation. Patient will then receive flash cupping, moving cupping, stationary cupping or a combination of the three depending on the nature of the complaint.
**$65**