Acupuncture Plus in Miami

Acupuncture is an ancient chinese system of medicine in the practice of which a fine needle pierces the skin to a depth of a few millimeters and is then withdrawn. The only thing of real importance in the study of Acupuncture is to know what point to pierce the skin in relation to which disease.

Acupuncture is also based on the fact that stimulation of the skin has an effect on the internal organs and on other parts of the body. In all diseases, whether physical or mental, there are tender areas at certain points on the surface of the body, which disappear when the illnesss is cured. These are called acupuncture points.

Herbal medicine is the main treatment method within Traditional chinese medicine
(TCM). TCM is the world's oldest, continually practiced professional medicine. Its written history stretches back over 2,500 years and its practice is probably much older than that.

Chinese herbal medicine is based on an individualized pattern diagnosis as well as the symptom or disease diagnosis. Your pattern is made up of your signs and symptoms, your emotional temperament and the overall composition of your body. Herbal formulas are crafted to treat your entire pattern as well as the symptoms or disease that prompted you to seek treatment.

Herbs may include vegetable, animal, and mineral ingredients, however, the majority of the ingredients are from vegetable sources: leaves, flowers, twigs, stems, roots, tubers, rhizomes and bark.

Chinese herbs can be taken in a variety of methods: liquid form, pills and powders. The chinese herbal formulas administered by Rula Giosmas are in convenient pill form.

Chinese herbal medicines have few, if any side effects. They have a low toxicity, and formulas can be modified until there are no side effects.

Chinese herbal medicines can be used to treat:

-acute diseases, like intestinal flu and the common cold
-chronic diseases, such as allergies, gynecological disorders, autoimmune diseases, and chronic viral diseases
-degenerative diseases due to aging


Chinese herbal medicine is especially good for promoting the body's ability to heal and recover from illness and is commonly used in combination with acupuncture treatments.

Excerpts of above information courtesy of the American Society of Acupuncturists.

Homeopathy was discovered by the German physician, Dr. Samuel Hanneman in the early 1800's. He was very disillusioned by the way the medical practice treated only symptoms and did not address treating the cause of the problem. He intuitively knew that there had to be a medicine that could work with the body in a team effort to strengthen and speed up the healing process. Also to allow the body's ability to overcome illness that it could not alone overcome.

Homeopathic philosophy says that the only reason your body can become ill is if the strength of your body's ability to heal itself is diminished. The stimulation with homeopathic medicine coordinates the vital force in your body and gives you greater resistance. Homeopathic medicine is extracted from a plant, mineral or animal substance and made into medicine by a process called potentization.

This medicine is given in minute doses and stimulates the body to respond and to fight. The stimulation acts very much the same way a vaccination does in the body. A small dose of the medicine stimulates the immune system into activity, and with this increased activity, the body destroys the attacking agent and you become well.

A massage relaxes muscles, easing and soothing your aches and pains. It rejuvenates-- restoring balance to our body and being, making us better for all the things life throws our way. Massage Envy believes every body deserves a great customized massage, so we've made relaxation convenient.

We offer an array of massage techniques: Deep massage, sensual massage and other common techniques We offer flexible appointment times to fit the busiest of schedules.

The nutrients in our food-proteins, fats, carbohydrates and the minerals, vitamins and other nutrients they contain are necessary to our health and to life itself. Yet food processing, soil depletion, misguided storage and cooking practices - and plain dietary ignorance - add up to inadequate nutrient intake for a shocking percentage of today's families.

For the most part, we are what we eat. The type of fuel we take into our bodies is a large factor in determining our health. vitamins, and minerals should be present in our diet in some form: in our food, or as additional supplements or both -- but assimilation is also important. Nutritional research has proven that the body needs sustenance in correct quality, quantity, and combination.

By supplying the needed vitamins, minerals, etc. it is possible to assist the body in its struggle to overcome imbalance. Vitamins act like gasoline in a car engine: they make it go and need to be replenished often. Minerals are the building blocks and make up the foundation and structure of the body. The body needs them all in a correct balance to have and hold on to good health.

Brennan Healing Science is a leading integrative therapy through hands-on healing. In this modality of therapeutic work, the human being is considered a multidimensional being (body, emotions, mind and spirit), therefore the healing work reaches all of these levels at once.

Illness, whether physical, psycohological or spiritual, is viewed as an imbalance in human energy field (aura) which the Brennan Healing Science Practitioner® intends to restore to balance through various healing techniques.

Brennan Healing Science (BHS) was developed and tested for over 20 years by scientist and healer, Barbara Brennan. Results have shown effectiveness in the prevention, healing and recovery from several illnesses and pathologies.

BHS is now recognized to of great help before, during and after surgical procedures. It reduces the time required to heal injuries, burns, disease or trauma of any kind. It improves the quality of life of the client. It can foster the growth of each person's creative potential life and purpose.

QI-Gong is a series of exercises aimed at preventing and curing diseases. Qi-Gong is a vital part of Chinese Medicine. Originating in China and used mainly for medical purposes.

Qi-Gong is a type of self training method by which the practitioner used the initiative to train the body and mind, providing holistic training for self-resilience, self adjustment, body building, prophylaxis, curing diseases, invigorating and strengthening the constitution, resisting premature aging, and prolonging life.

The main characteristics of Qi-Gong include the training of Essential Qi in the human body, which integrates mental activity with body postures and respiration. Therefore, Qi-Gong is regarded as an important method of treating diseases and extending life.

Iridology is the observation and diagnosis of disease from the iris. The observation of changes on, in, and around the eyes is a very old practice. References to it are found in the works of Hippocrates, as also in the medical school of Salerno, and in Philostratus.

The upper part represents the head. Since the stomach has a close relationship with the iris all diseases originating in the stomach are found in the eyes. The right side shows the state of all organs inside the body which lie on the right side, such as the liver, the right thorax and the blood vessels.

Conditions of health and disease arising from the heart are found here. The lowest part of the eyes represent the genitalia and also the kidneys and the bowels. From which colic, jaundice, gallstones, and venereal diseases are found. If the eyes have far too many lines and flecks they signify a state of unhealth in respect to the whole body.

facial treatments:
All facials include a complimentary skin analysis, neck and shoulder massage and hand treatment.

aromatherapy:
A relaxing aromatic treatment designed to fit your special needs. These exquisite essences are used to lift the psyche, stimulate, restore, calm and relax.

phyo-pumpkin enzyme peel:
A gentle and effective peeling with beta carotene, vitamins A, C & E and amino acids - resulting in silky, radiant skin.

seaweed facial:
A mineral rich purifying treatment from the sea. The skin emerges fresh, conditioned and nourished.

gentlemen's facial:
A therapeutic deep cleansing facial specifically designed for the special skin care needs of men.

the finer details --makeup artistry:
Includes personal cosmetic treatments for your individual needs... We offer makeup lessons, makeup reviews, makeup application, eyelash/eyebrow tinting and individual false eyelashes.

body waxing:
Special selected wax formulas work effectively to remove unwanted hair gently, safely and quickly. Services available for face and body. Call for more details.