Our services and techniques
Chiropractic
Using manual manipulation techniques chiropractic treatment is used to support musculoskeletal health and help restore function. Chiropractic treatment plans at Equilibrium are individualized to each patient and may include take-home exercises, lifestyle recommendations, and follow up chiropractic treatment. At Equilibrium we pride ourselves in staying up-to-date on the data, ensuring our practice and methods are rooted in the most recent evidence to improve patient outcomes.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture has its roots in 3000-year-old Traditional Chinese Medicine although other Asian countries have adopted the practice as well with their own variations. The US National Institutes of Health (NIH) publicized the safety and efficacy of acupuncture in 1997. The most commonly practiced form of acupuncture uses sterilized needles inserted into the skin at acupoints. In recent years acupunture has gained popularity in the West as a safe effective drug-free alternative for pain relief.
Tui Na
This Chinese technique focusing on the Eight Principles of Chinese medicine. The therapist focuses on the muscle and fascia between the joints using acupressure to help stimulate the body's defensive chi.
Gua Sha
Like scraping, Gua Sha uses the same medical grade stainless steel tool to stimulate blood flow and break up scar tissue. This technique is sometimes performed by a massage therapist with lotion or oil to provide lubrication to the skin.
Therapeutic Massage
Therapeutic massage incorporates a range of modalities that may help relieve pain, restore range of motion, and/or work on a specific problem—such as an injury. Depending on your specific condition the therapist may use different soft tissue techniques during your visit, such as:
Swedish Massage
The most common type of massage, Swedish Massage is what many people think of when they hear "massage". A combination of long, sweeping strokes and muscle kneading stimulates nerve endings in the skin and connective tissue, increasing blood and lymph circulation.
Prenatal Massage
Focused on the changes affecting the body during pregnancy, prenatal massage alleviates joint and muscle pain and the stress on weight bearing joints. This technique also increases circulation providing more oxygen and nutrients to both mother and fetus and stimulating the lymph system.
Deep Tissue
Like the name suggests, Deep Tissue, uses deep, strong pressure to focus on trouble areas. The therapist will often utilize their forearms and elbows to apply firmer pressure.
Sports Massage
Sports Massage is aimed towards athletes and promoting flexibility, relieving fatigue, and preventing injuries. The exact techniques of the sports massage are usually tailored to the athlete's sport of choice. Each therapist will focus on areas of the body that are overused and stressed from repetitive and often aggressive movements.
Cupping
Cupping may be used in a variety of treatments. It uses a vacuum, created either by fire or a plastic pump, to suck the skin and underlying tissue up into a glass or plastic cup. The pressure may break up scar tissue and relieve pain associated with tight muscles and fascia. The cups can also be moved along the skin to break up larger areas of adhesion. Bruising for a few days following the treatment is normal and will dissipate.
