What is a back-to-school acu-tune-up special?

It’s a stress reduction acupuncture session for only $50!
Get centered again after all the summer’s activity.  Get your body’s energy in sync with the season’s change.  Help your mind get back to a regular schedule.  And build your immune system to withstand the autumn sniffles.  Let us jump start your Qi for you!  Let us know if you have allergies when you come and we’ll take care of those symptoms, too.  All for just $50.

Master Tung Points

Andrea Elliott has just completed a three weekend series of classes with Susan Johnson, an expert in the use of Master Tung’s special acupuncture points. The Master Tung system utilizes distal points (points on the hands, arms, feet, and legs) to effect changes in the rest of the body. This type of acupuncture can be used to treat all sorts of pain and ailments. It particularly lends itself to community acupuncture. Andrea is sharing her knowledge with the rest of us. Come on by to experience Master Tung acupuncture..

Feel healthier and more relaxed with Shiatsu and Amma.

Robin Vizthum, LMT,  has just completed 22 continuing education units in Shiatsu/Amma. Shiatsu is application of pressure on specific points along the acupuncture meridians. Amma is a Japanese form of massage based on the principles of Asian Medicine. Shiatsu can be performed fully clothed or added to a Swedish style massage. Both are excellent compliments to acupuncture and massage.
Schedule a 60 or 90 minute massage with Robin in the month of June and she’ll treat you to ten extra minutes of experiencing her newly learned techniques. We’re sure you’ll love them.

GBA starts the day right at Mystic River Acupuncture

Last Thursday, May 20, we hosted the Groton Business Association for Healthy Groton Month. For the  Before Hours meeting we welcomed GBA members with Chinese style rice congees, compliments of Andrea. She made one savory with scallions and ginger and one sweet with sweet potatoes and an assortment of food herbs. This was accompanied by an organic fresh fruit salad with mint and lemon made by Kathleen. Organic yogurt and pecan splendor granola were provided to mix with the fruit. Wholesome scones and muffins from Felicia’s Sweetface Bakery rounded out the fare. Our colleagues were able to begin the day with a quick chair massage before and after our business meeting. They all left feeling healthier and smiling and we [...]

Mystic River Acupuncture hosts GBA

In honor of Healthy Groton Month, the Groton Business Association has chosen Mystic River Acupuncture as its sponsor  in May. We will host this monthly meeting of area business owners and leaders at a before hours breakfast on May 22. We are actively involved in the GBA and are happy to welcome its members to our office for an early morning soirée. Go to www.grotonbiz.com for more information about the GBA, a division of the Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce.

Come visit us at the East Lyme Wellness Fair

Come to the Town of East Lyme’s Health and Wellness Fair on April 29 at the East Lyme Town Hall. Check out our table for information about Chinese Herbs and acupuncture and try a chair massage from one of our expert massage therapists. You’ll be glad you did.

Early Bird registration for cupping class ends soon.

Register by April 15 for the Early Bird rate for the Bruce Bentley cupping workshops in NYC (May 7,8,9,) and Groton, CT (May 10,11,12). This class is open to acupuncturists, massage therapists, and other interested licensed professionals. This is an opportunity to study with an expert who explains and demonstrates cupping methods in clear terms. You will feel confident to practice this art after spending a weekend with Bruce. Call Andrea at 860-501-3112, or visit Bruce’s website at www.healthtraditions.com.au. Download the flyer for more info.

Spring is here and with it come allergies.

If you suffer from seasonal allergies, acupuncture and Chinese herbs can help you enjoy the beauty of  springtime. In order to accommodate our patients who need seasonal treatment, we have additional  evening hours on Mondays in March and April. Call  860-448-6766  to schedule your spring tune-up with Kathleen, Lynn, or Andrea.

Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture March 3 in Mystic

Kathleen Poole will give a talk on Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture on March 3 at 6:30 at the Wellness Concierge in Mystic. She will explain how acupuncture works and talk about how herbal formulas are constructed. There will be plenty of time for questions.  Kathleen will be giving mini-treatments to participants, so bring a friend. Cost is $20. Established Mystic River Acupuncture patients attending will receive a coupon for $5 off a therapeutic massage in our office. Call 860-572-4805 to register and for directions.

Cupping with Bruce Bentley

Mystic River Acupuncture is hosting cupping expert Bruce Bentley May 10/11/12 in Groton. Andrea Elliott is organizing his visit to New York City (May 7,8,9) and Groton. Bruce has been practicing acupuncture and Chinese Medicine for over 20 years. He has investigated Eastern and Western cupping traditions. The workshop is open to acupuncturists and massage therapists.  To learn more about Bruce, download his Lantern interview from the links page. For more information about the workshops, download the flyer or call Andrea or Kathleen at 860.448.6766.
Bruce Bentley Flyer
Bruce Bentley Cupping Article

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