Ancient wisdom for modern lives
The expansive perspective of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM ) creates room for alternative pathways to health goals. Combined with the latest research and evidence-based practices, Good Bodies, a TCM clinic in Matakana, combines the best of ancient and modern wisdom.
TCM doesn’t always align with the science of biomedicine, yet it is precisely the grey area where the two come together that most intrigues Caity Ellett, founder of Good Bodies. At the core of TCM is a principle called ‘Treating the Shen’, which means looking after a person’s spirit or heart.
After a few bumpy years, it’s no surprise that a lot of people are feeling depleted; muscle tension, difficulty sleeping, digestive changes, unusual mood fluctuations, or a weakened immune system can all be signs of acute or even chronic stress. ‘Treating the Shen’ is one of the ways TCM approaches stress and health differently – treatment offers proactive support for those daily stresses that can leave us physically vulnerable.
People often come to complementary healthcare providers after not getting the desired results from conventional treatment, condition, or dealing with the frustration of an injury. Caity’s treatment approach is flexible, gentle and hands-on, providing physical processes to get to the root of health concerns and promote symptom improvement, as well as offering a relaxing and nourishing space to pause and rest. Those who have been injured in an accident will also be happy to know that TCM treatments are funded by ACC.
Caity has seen an increase in the numbers of teens and kids struggling with physical, emotional, and situational challenges,which can leave them vulnerable to stress and overwhelm. However, young people have the benefit of abundant Yang Qi (life energy, the good stuff!), which is why they tend to respond quickly to acupuncture. Caity is particularly sensitive to the young (and not-so-young) who experience needle phobia. Her treatments often include fewer needles for those testing the water, or no needles at all, with a range of deliciously un- pokey options.
Pregnant people preparing for birth or post- partum bodies in the process of recovering are also utilising acupuncture and other TCM treatments more and more. TCM can assist with many of the challenges of growing a small human, bringing that human into the world and recovering and replenishing post birth. Caity’s approach offers nurturing and safe options for aspiring and new parents.
Life is a long journey, which is often reflected in the state of our bodies. Caity founded Good Bodies to offer care and support through the inevitable ups and downs of our long road home.
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