Neoclassical Acupuncture
NeoClassical Acupuncture is a contemporary approach to acupuncture that combines traditional acupuncture principles with a modern understanding of anatomy, physiology and physics. Developed by Dr Slate Burris in the 21st Century, it emerged from a new understanding of 11th Century texts. This system is is based on working with the deepest elements of acupuncture.
Treat the Cause
NeoClassical Acupuncture recognises that the root cause of disharmony and disease may exist at various levels in the body - Meridian, Organ, Obstacles, Symptomatic, and Elemental. Diverse symptoms may arise from a single cause. In this system, we endeavour to treat at the deepest level possible thereby eliciting the most profound change.
Precise Needle Placement
NeoClassical Acupuncture relies on placing needles at very specific locations, angles and depths. The signal must be clear and strong in order to produce the body’s reflex response. Palpation is key to assessing correct needle placement and stimulation.
Palpation
NeoClassical Acupuncture emphasises the skill of careful palpation to diagnose the individual pattern of disharmony. Arms, legs and abdomen are precisely palpated to map how the patient’s unique strain pattern is being held. As treatment is applied, palpation to monitor improvement of these signs gives immediate feedback on the effectiveness of treatment.
Holistic Approach
NeoClassical Acupuncture takes a holistic view of health, recognising the interconnectedness of our physical, emotional, mental and spiritual wellbeing. Treatment aims to restore balance and promote wellness in the person as a whole being.
Very Few Needles
NeoClassical Acupuncture treatments are highly sophisticated, and designed to resolve as many problems as possible within the treatment session. Often only 1 needle is required to treat the cause of the imbalance at the deepest level. A powerful signal system in the body responds best to a clear and simple instruction, rather than many needles causing a wide-spread response.
Compounding Results
NeoClassical Acupuncture recognises our remarkable ability to heal ourselves and restore homeostasis. If we are unwell or in pain, there must be something in the way of our natural tendency to self-correct. With regular treatments, obstacles are removed and the body re-patterns to neutral states. This allows the next level of energy to become accessible. As treatment moves deeper, the positive feedback loops are able to take over and all measures of health improve.
Neoclassical acupuncture is a revolutionary, palpatory style of acupuncture that provides immediate feedback with each needle placed.
Neoclassical acupuncture uses a minimum of needles to achieve a rapid relief of symptoms and a profound sense of deep relaxation.
"Healing is a matter of time, but it is sometimes also a matter of opportunity."
— Hippocrates
