Traditional Chinese Medical Consultation and Therapies

Chuan Spa's Traditional Chinese Medical (TCM) initial treatment session includes a consultation by a qualified TCM practitioner to interpret your states of wellbeing and relative treatment(s) will be prescribed.

Chinese medical practitioners use cultural beliefs to interpret the states of wellbeing. Any disharmony of the equilibrium of Yin and Yang or disturbance of their flow can cause imbalance. The task of a Chinese doctor is to restore such imbalance. Some treatments include Acupuncture, Moxibustion and Ho Guan (Cupping). The aim is to supplement the deficiency of either Yin or Yang or to reduce the excess. The holistic approach of Chinese medicine is to treat the body as a whole and address any imbalance.

To complete your Chuan Spa visit, enjoy complimentary access to our tri-bathing facilities including a herbal steam room, snail shower and exhilarating ice experience. You can also enjoy the new Chuan Spa Health Club which provides state-of-the-art health and fitness facilities including a 12.36m heated outdoor infinity swimming pool, jacuzzi and high-tech gymnasium.

All those enjoying Chuan Spa treatments will receive complimentary valet parking (subject to availability).

Patrice Hardy - Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) consultant
At Chuan Spa Auckland our dedicated TCM consultant is Patrice Hardy. She is a leading traditionally trained acupuncturist and a specialist in cosmetic acupuncture and providing innovative treatments based on oriental medicine. She is dedicated to helping people improve all aspects of their health through acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).


TCM treatments may include:
Moxibustion
75 minutes
Initial consultation and treatment NZ$165, repeat treatment NZ$150

An ancient traditional Chinese technique to help strengthen the blood and stimulate the flow of Qi to maintain general health.

Moxibustion involves the burning of a small, spongy Chinese herb, known as moxa, to facilitate healing. The practitioner will light one end of a moxa stick and hold it close to an acupressure point for several minutes to bring about a pleasant heat sensation penetrating deep into the skin. Ho Guan (cupping)
75 minutes
Initial consultation and treatment NZ$165, repeat treatment NZ$150

Cupping refers to an ancient Chinese practice in which a heated cup is applied to the skin and the pressure in the cup has therapeutic effect on the skin and superficial muscle layer.

Cupping is applied to certain acupressure points, as well as to regions of the body that are affected by pain. Ming Gold Facial
1 hour
NZ$180

'Ming' means tomorrow - the future.

Chuan Spa is home of the Ming Facial where the purity of gold and the 5 elements combine to bridge the gap between time and ageing. A unique marriage of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) philosophy and mother nature, the Ming Facial awakens Qi within, to unlock the pathways to longevity of mind and body.

At Chuan Spa, the TCM Consultant trained in the refinements of the Ming Facial, draws on the ancient traditional techniques of meridian bridging using Qi to restore beauty from within. Once the pathways have been unlocked a blend of organic crèmes and natural, pure oils are applied to nurture and nourish tired stressed skin.

Described as one of the most authentic facials to emerge from such an ancient tradition, the Ming Facial is the quintessential mind, body and spirit experience.
Acupuncture
75 minutes
Acupuncture Facial Renewal Treatment - Initial consultation and treatment NZ$265, repeat treatment NZ$250

Acupuncture is a system of healing which has been practised in China for thousands of years. Its focus is on improving the overall wellbeing of the patient, rather than treating specific symptoms. According to traditional Chinese philosophy, our health depends on the body's motivating energy - known as Qi - moving in a smooth and balanced way through a series of meridians (channels) beneath the skin.

By inserting fine needles into the channels of energy, it can stimulate the body’s own healing response and help restore its natural balance. • Download the Chuan Spa Auckland Treatment Menu

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It's time to rediscover your source! Book yourself in for a refreshing, revitalising therapy now.

Please refer to the Spa Concierge or Traditional Chinese Medical Consultant for all other specialised Traditional Chinese Medicine Treatments available at Chuan Spa Auckland.