Chinese medicine has included many therapies which can work synergistically with acupuncture.
- Tui Na is a systematic technique of adjusting the fascia, via knowledge of the meridian system.
- Cupping involves using suction on the skin to release deep tissues of the muscles and fascia.
- Gua sha is a friction technique applied to the skin that can help release invasions of cold, the common cold, or tight muscles.
- Qi Gong exercises can be individualized to help promote healing and alignment between acupuncture treatments.
- Sotai exercises can help reset muscular holding patterns.