Joy Denis, DO, MOST. Osteopath & Yoga Teacher
Traditional Chinese Medicine with Maria Madalena Apolinario
TCM specialist, dedicated to providing holistic and personalised care for physical and mental health and well-being.
Solid training in TCM, with different disciplines such as: acupuncture, herbal medicine, Tui Na massage, cupping therapy, moxibustion and Chinese dietetics.
Always guided by professional ethics and a commitment to patient safety. The aim is to treat pathologies, promote health and patient balance in safety and comfort.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture is a traditional therapeutic practice of Chinese medicine that involves inserting fine needles into specific points on the body to stimulate natural healing and promote well-being, relieving pain and treating various physical and emotional conditions.
TuiNa Massage
Tui Na massage is a therapeutic technique from traditional Chinese medicine that uses manual manipulations such as kneading, pressure and stretching to balance vital energy (Qi), relieve pain, treat internal disharmonies and promote general health and well-being.
Cupping Therapy
Cupping therapy is a technique that involves applying cups with suction to the skin to stimulate blood circulation, relieve muscle pain and promote healing by releasing toxins and balancing vital energy (Qi).
Moxibustion
Moxibustion is a technique that consists of burning the herb Artemisia close to the skin to heat and stimulate specific points on the body, promoting blood circulation, relieving pain and balancing vital energy (Qi).
Phytotherapy
Herbal medicine in traditional Chinese medicine is a therapeutic practice that uses medicinal plants and their specific combinations to treat illnesses, balance the body and promote health, based on the principles of Qi, yin-yang and the five elements.
Chinese diet therapy
TCM diet therapy is a therapeutic approach that uses food and the choice of specific foods to balance vital energy (Qi), strengthen the body and prevent or treat illness, according to the principles of yin-yang and the five elements.
TCM advantages
an Holistic approach
TCM treats the body as a whole, focussing on balance and harmony between body, mind and spirit. Rather than just treating symptoms, it seeks to identify and treat the root cause of illness.
Prevention
TCM emphasises disease prevention by maintaining the body's balance and health. Techniques such as acupuncture, herbal medicine and diet therapy are used to prevent imbalances before they turn into serious illnesses.
Differentiated treatment
Each individual is treated uniquely, taking into account their personal characteristics, lifestyle and specific conditions.
Complementarity
TCM can be used in conjunction with Western medicine to maximise results and offer the patient more complete care.