Health & Wellness

My name is Martha Rokeby-Thomas, after a 5 year traditional education, I have been practicing acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine for almost 20 years.
Why Acupuncture? It is one of the only medicines that is a complete system. I really enjoy practicing with acupuncture because unlike herbs or medicines acupuncture can be combined with any other therapy or treatment. It’s a very safe and gentle option when done by a practitioner with adequate training.
Do you do dry needling? Yes and no. Dry needling is a little different and is often used in physiotherapy, or other western therapies. Dry needling uses the acupuncture needle as a tool for direct stimulation of a muscle or tissue, but in traditional acupuncture, the needle is more like a conductor’s baton to direct and open communication. The treatments invite relaxation and are very gentle and restful.
What makes my practice different? People rarely get undressed for treatments. Even most sciatic patients get to keep their pants on!! By working with the bodies pathways that reach to ends of the limbs, we can create change without a “direct attack”. This makes the treatment restful, relaxing and effective.