Acupuncture on the Spot
 
Some classes are approved for continuing education for acupuncturists

Susan Mosley, RRT-NPS, CPT, Dipl.O.M, LAc


located at the

Healing Arts Center of Rome

318 Broad Street

Rome GA 30161


770-548-0172
qi –also chi, pronounced chee: the term used in Chinese philosophy, Oriental medicine, and martial arts referring to the life force or energy that is thought to be inherent in all things. A blockage of qi in the body may lead to pain and imbalances in the organs or emotions.

Upcoming Classes

Qigong has been used for:

Asthma
Anxiety
Arthritis
Cancer supportive care
Cardiovascular Disease
Cognitive functioning
Depression
Fatigue
Fibromyalgia
Headaches
Health maintenance
Hypertension
Inflammation
Mood
Numbness
Pain
Respiratory functioning
Sleep disturbance
Stress

 

Check out the calendar at the Healing Arts Center of Rome for class times. Call Susan at 770-548-0172 to register.

In this class you will learn correct posture, deep breathing techniques, and mental focus. The slow, stretching movements of most exercises can be easily adapted for all age groups and abilities.

Qigong has been shown to improve respiration, induce a relaxation response, cause favorable changes in blood chemistry, and improve concentration.

Don't believe me? Read the research here.
Qigong for Cancer Recovery
Qigong is an effective complementary therapy for cancer patients and has been incorporated into many treatment programs nationwide. Clinical studies show that medical qigong can help improve mood including anxiety and depression. Qigong can also help reduce physical symptoms experienced by cancer patients including pain, numbness, dizziness, fatigue, inflammation, lymphedema, and poor cognitive function.Qi gong accelerates oxygen distribution, increases circulation in the body, and promotes efficiency of cell metabolism and tissue regeneration.Patients who practice qigong daily show an increased survival rate and increased quality of life scores.
Click on the link to the left to watch an in depth video produced by the National Qigong Association that explains how qigong works and how to do some beginning exercises







The link below is from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center on incorporation of these exercises for cancer recovery