ACUPUNCTURE
A time-tested therapy tailored to support physical health, emotional balance
and overall wellbeing.
Acupuncture can support a wide range of physical and emotional concerns — from pain, muscular tension and headaches to stress, sleep, digestive wellbeing and women’s health. Each treatment is tailored to the individual, taking into account not only your symptoms but your overall health and how you are feeling at that particular time.
At Alquimia Wellness, acupuncture can be used as a stand-alone treatment or combined with other therapeutic techniques when appropriate.
What is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture has been used for thousands of years as part of Traditional Chinese Medicine. According to TCM theory, health is influenced by the balance and movement of Qi, or vital energy, through pathways traditionally known as meridians.
When this balance is disrupted, it may be reflected in different physical or emotional symptoms. Acupuncture involves the insertion of fine needles at carefully selected points with the aim of supporting balance and the body's natural regulatory processes.
From a modern biomedical perspective, acupuncture is also understood to interact with the nervous system and other physiological processes. Research continues to explore the mechanisms involved and its potential applications across a variety of health concerns.
A Whole-Person Approach
Acupuncture considers the individual as a whole rather than focusing solely on one symptom or area of the body. Because each person is different, two people experiencing a similar concern may receive very different treatments.
Acupuncture may be used to support:
Pain & Physical Tension
Muscular and joint discomfort, headaches, recurring tension and other musculoskeletal concerns.
Stress & Emotional Wellness
Supporting relaxation and helping the body manage periods of increased stress and tension.
Sleep
Support for difficulty falling asleep, disrupted sleep or sleep affected by stress.
Women's Health
Individualized support through menstrual changes, perimenopause, menopause and other stages of women’s health.
Digestive Wellbeing
A complementary approach for digestive symptoms and overall digestive wellbeing.
General Wellbeing
Acupuncture can also form part of a proactive approach to maintaining health, balance and overall wellbeing.
What to Expect
Your first acupuncture session begins with a consultation to understand your health history, current concerns and what you would like to address.
Fine, sterile, single-use needles are then placed at carefully selected acupuncture points according to your individual treatment.
The needles are typically left in place for a period of time while you rest. Most people find acupuncture comfortable, although sensations such as mild heaviness, warmth, tingling or a dull ache around a needle may occasionally be experienced.
Because acupuncture is individualized, the number and frequency of sessions will vary depending on your needs and how you respond to treatment.
A Treatment Tailored To You
Every acupuncture treatment is adapted to the individual. Depending on your needs, a session may focus entirely on acupuncture or incorporate other techniques such as massage, Dry Needling or cupping when appropriate.
With more than 20 years of experience and a Master of Science in Acupuncture, Montserrat combines her training in Traditional Chinese Medicine with an understanding of musculoskeletal health and therapeutic bodywork to create a treatment tailored to each person.
ACUPUNCTURE IN DÉNIA
Looking for a personalized approach to your health and wellbeing?
Acupuncture treatments are available at Alquimia Wellness in Dénia, serving clients throughout the Marina Alta and Costa Blanca.
Ready to get started?
Get in touch to book your session or ask any questions.
Call or WhatsApp:
+34 645 194 430
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