Cupping + manual therapy
Acupuncture is the cornerstone of Adam Gawlak’s treatments, though he uses additional complementary therapies to support and expedite his patients’ healing and recovery.
Cupping
Cupping is a form of myofascial decompression and can be thought of as a reverse massage. Instead of applying pressure, like most soft tissue therapies, cupping works by lifting the skin away from the underlying muscle/fascia. This allows for greater movement in the area as well as improved circulation.
Cupping
Cupping is a form of myofascial decompression and can be thought of as a reverse massage. Instead of applying pressure, like most soft tissue therapies, cupping works by lifting the skin away from the underlying muscle/fascia. This allows for greater movement in the area as well as improved circulation.
Gua sha
A smooth-edged metal, stone or ceramic tool is used to stroke body areas that have increased tension and myofascial adhesions while applying pressure. It can be an effective tool to help improve range of motion and ease tension over time.
Body work
Tui na (pronounced “twee naw”) is a traditional style of Chinese body work that involves highly repetitive movements such as grasping and kneading as well as manual stretching. The aim of this style of body work is to ease tension and make the body more receptive to acupuncture needles.
Body work
Tui na (pronounced “twee naw”) is a traditional style of Chinese body work that involves highly repetitive movements such as grasping and kneading as well as manual stretching. The aim of this style of body work is to ease tension and make the body more receptive to acupuncture needles.
Cash-pay services
Our cash-pay model allows us to focus on your health and care without being subject to the timelines and limitations placed by insurance companies. That means you get the best care, in the fastest and most cost-efficient manner.
Fewer clients
We maintain a low volume of clients so we can focus on high-quality care that matches your unique health and wellness needs.
Direct care
You will receive 50 minutes of undivided attention from your acupuncturist, who will focus on getting you back to doing what you love.
Targeted results
You’ll meet directly with your acupuncturist for evaluation, diagnosis and treatment plan, which can potentially lower your healthcare costs.
Cost-effective
You can submit your acupuncture bill to your insurance company for possible reimbursement (depending on benefits).
What to expect
1 Initial appointments are 50 minutes and will include a detailed history of your current injury or symptoms, as well as a targeted physical assessment. Through our assessment, we determine what muscles and structures need care but also which TCM meridians are dysfunctional. From there, we select acupoints both in and away from the injured areas. You will receive acupuncture and other treatments that can provide extra healing support.
2 At the end of your first appointment, your acupuncturist will develop a treatment plan for your healing and recovery. This treatment plan will include the number of recommended visits as well as at-home self-care activities to help you get the most out of your treatment. The recommended visits may be acupuncture-only follow-up visits (30 minutes), or full follow-up appointments (50 minutes) where your visit will incorporate acupuncture and additional treatments.
3 Follow-up visits will check your progress and continue treatments that build off your previous work to help you feel your best!
Adam Gawlak, LAc
Licensed acupuncturist
Meet Adam