Cosmetic Acupuncture
Focused on facial wellness, this treatment uses fine needles at selected points on the face and body. Your practitioner discusses your skin goals and overall health before planning care.
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TCM Acupuncture
Your Body Often Whispers Before It Shouts.
Thoughtful care for pain, everyday health concerns, and your wider wellbeing.
Book TCM AcupunctureAn Individual Approach
What is TCM Acupuncture?
Feeling tired, tense or restless, or looking for additional support with recurring pain? TCM Acupuncture starts with a conversation about your symptoms, health history, sleep, digestion, and everyday life.
Fine, sterile, single-use needles are placed at selected points. TCM describes this approach in terms of the flow of Chi (also spelled Qi; both refer to 氣) and balance. Modern research suggests it can influence the nervous system and how the body processes pain.
TCM Acupuncture may help with several types of pain and headaches. We also discuss concerns such as sleep, stress, digestion, and menstrual health to build an individual plan. The approach and potential benefits depend on your needs.
Common concerns we discuss
- Pain & muscle tension
- Headaches
- Stress & poor sleep
- Digestive discomfort
- Menstrual health
- Fatigue & general wellness
Treatment Options
Explore the care available to you.
Cupping
Cups create gentle suction on the skin, often over areas of muscle tension. It may be included in your TCM Acupuncture treatment when appropriate, at no additional charge. Temporary circular marks can occur.
Guasha (Scraping)
A smooth-edged tool is stroked across lubricated skin in this traditional hands-on technique. The treatment area and pressure are adjusted to your comfort; temporary redness or marks can occur.
Chinese Herbal Medicine
Herbal care begins with an individual TCM consultation. Your practitioner reviews your health history, current medications, and treatment goals before discussing whether a herbal approach is suitable for you.
Acupressure
A needle-free technique using manual pressure at selected points. Pressure is adjusted to your comfort, and acupressure may form part of a treatment focused on relaxation and areas of tension.
Your practitioner will help you choose an appropriate approach. Please contact us to confirm availability for a specific treatment.
Meet Your Practitioner
Qi Liu
R. Ac · TCMD
Dr. Liu is a Traditional Chinese Medicine Doctor and Registered Acupuncturist with hospital and community clinic experience in China and Winnipeg. After moving to Winnipeg in 2019, she worked at local clinics before opening her own practice.
Clinical Focus
Dr. Liu's clinical focus includes pain management, insomnia and anxiety, women's health, digestive disorders, and post-stroke rehabilitation.
Approach to Care
Dr. Liu takes time to listen, understand each patient's concerns, and explain the recommended approach. She provides thoughtful, individualized care tailored to each patient's needs and comfort.
Education
Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Bachelor's Degree in Acupuncture and Moxibustion — 5-year program
- Master of Medicine in Traditional Chinese Internal Medicine — 3-year postgraduate program
Before Your Visit
A few questions before you book.
Does it hurt?
TCM Acupuncture needles are very fine. Sensations vary, and treatment can be adjusted to your comfort level.
What should I wear?
Comfortable, loose clothing makes it easier to access the areas being treated.
How many visits will I need?
That depends on your concern and response. Your practitioner can discuss a plan after your first visit.