Micheal (Mike) Alford
- Acupuncture for restoring balance and vitality.
- Cupping therapy for relieving muscle tension and pain.
- Gua Sha to reduce soft-tissue inflammation and tightness.
- Tui Na massage combined with acupuncture for musculoskeletal issues.
- Moxibustion to support circulation and chronic pain management.
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b-Stretched Church and Charles
73 Charles St East, Toronto, ON, M4Y 1V2
Mike Alford is a passionate acupuncturist with a specialization in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Driven by a deep fascination with the body’s natural healing abilities, Mike’s dedication to promoting vitality and balance in the body is at the core of his practice. In addition to Acupuncture, Mike incorporates several other TCM modalities such as Cupping therapy, Gua Sha, Tui Na massage, and Moxibustion into his treatments to provide comprehensive care. Mike’s rich background in yoga therapies further enhances his holistic approach to wellness. His extensive experience with yoga has deepened his fascination with the intricate workings of the human body and its ability to restore itself. This inspires him to help others achieve and maintain balance and health through natural movement modalities and forging a healthier relationship with the body and the mind. Mike thrives on working with people and finds joy in helping people rediscover happiness and positivity in their lives. He believes in creating personalized treatment plans that address each individual’s unique needs. With a warm and empathetic demeanor, Mike is dedicated to making a positive impact on people’s lives, guiding them on their journey to better health and overall well-being. Mike studied Traditional Chinese Medicine in Toronto and is registered with CTCMPAO. In his free time, he enjoys yoga, running, and rock climbing.
PLEASE SELECT THIS TREATMENT IF THIS IS YOUR FIRST ACUPUNCTURE VISIT AT OUR CLINIC. This session starts with an assessment and treatment with your acupuncturist. Together, they will assist you with creating your personalized treatment plan to ensure success in your subsequent sessions. Treatments can include Cupping (Stationary, Sliding), Guasha, and Tuina (TCM style massage); a mix of acupuncture and stretch therapy treatments to help stimulate blood flow, relax tight muscle, retrain muscle, and soothe tense nerves. This style of treatment is helpful for patients of all ages with sports injuries, chronic pain syndromes, digestive complaints, stress management, and women’s health issues.