https://www.iveswellness.com/home daily 1.0 2020-08-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f09445741d14a70ef20329d/1596849245706-TW5LI1YIF7IIFLBAN3V6/2013-01-07+20.17.09-4.jpg Home - About Ives Wellness. My name is Elizabeth Ives, but I go by Liz. I am a qualified and passionate Acupuncturist living in Calgary, Alberta, committed to your health. Along with acupuncture I offer cupping, tui na, gua sha, as well as herbal formula recommendations. I have a proven history of effectively diagnosing, and treating a variety of illnesses from physical and mental pain, to symptoms of severe illness. I hope to be a part of your journey to wellness. https://www.iveswellness.com/about daily 0.75 2023-04-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f09445741d14a70ef20329d/1596846793156-AX4IOWG0DQ80IQKHKSN3/2013-01-07+20.10.56.jpg About Me - Let me introduce myself. My name is Elizabeth Ives, but I go by Liz. After earning a Bachelor of Management degree from the University of Lethbridge in 2009, and several years of office jobs, I had a now or never moment, where in 2016 I decided to leave my job and pursue my passion for Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine. In 2019 I graduated from the Alberta College of Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine at the top of my class, and have been fortunate to be able to treat my patients out of a wonderful clinic. I have had proven success in diagnosing and treating a wide range of illnesses including physical pain, mental illness, skin disorders, digestive concerns, fertility and women’s health. Using a variety of traditional Chinese medical modalities, such as needling techniques, cupping, gua sha, tui na, and herbal recommendations, I was able create effective treatment plans for my patients, while building genuine relationships with each of them. I am a skilled and passionate Acupuncturist who is committed to the highest standards of performance and ethics. I hope to be a part of your journey to health and wellness. https://www.iveswellness.com/contact daily 0.75 2025-05-28 https://www.iveswellness.com/what-is-acupuncture daily 0.75 2020-08-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f09445741d14a70ef20329d/1596844977939-AGQOLMOONEVBOH14NA3B/2020-08-07+17.29.19.jpg What is Acupuncture? - Diagnosis Diagnosing ailments is not as simple as treating a primary complaint, but treating the root of the ailment which is done though questions pertaining to diet, sleep, digestion, menstruation, mood, and examining the tongue and pulse of the patient. Time of day, season of the year, and other external factors are also taken into consideration when diagnosing. Once a diagnosis is determined, a series of points are chosen all over the body to promote the individual’s specific healing needs. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f09445741d14a70ef20329d/1596844950422-5MBY4O66PEKK3H24DNYV/2020-08-07+17.32.13.jpg What is Acupuncture? - Acupuncture Acupuncture is a safe and effective, natural way of treating pain and illness. Originating in China more than 3000 years ago, acupuncture stimulates self-healing by inserting very thin, sterile metal needles into the skin and tissues to stimulate specific acupuncture points. These points are located along energy pathways called meridians. Each of the meridians connects to a specific organ, which is responsible for various functions of the body. There is a constant flow of energy called “qi” through these meridians, and when flow of qi is disrupted, pain and illness is the effect. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f09445741d14a70ef20329d/1596845002506-1NJU4O3TSZ9XA2MUFR6V/2020-08-07+17.34.56.jpg What is Acupuncture? - Traditional Chinese Medicine In Traditional Chinese Medicine, good health is to be in a state of harmonious balance between yin and yang and the smooth flow of qi and blood through meridians and organs. Acupuncture used in conjunction with other Traditional Chinese Medical techniques, has been proven to have a positive effective on the body’s ability to heal. Cupping is a very popular technique used to remove stagnant qi and blood, to help reduce pain. Tui Na, a form of manual massage, promotes qi and blood flow, and relaxation. Gua Sha, the use of a jade stone to rub the skin, moves qi and blood and can reduce fever. Herbal formulas and diet therapy are also effective in treating both an underlying diagnosis, as well as symptomatic relief.