Miao Sun

Miao's practice is located at NONE, situated in the Churchill Meadows neighborhood of Mississauga. The clinic is conveniently positioned near Centennial Park (West edge) and is easily accessible via MiWay (Mississauga Transit). Our clinic is accessible and offers a serene environment for healing. Street parking is often available nearby.

• Tui Na (Chinese Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork): Dynamic, hands-on bodywork based on TCM principles of meridians and acupoints to correct structural misalignments, improve circulation, alleviate chronic pain, and restore energetic harmony and balance.
• Qigong & Tai Chi Exercise Recommendations: Guidance on or referral to Qigong or Tai Chi practices, which are gentle, mindful movement exercises combining breathwork and meditation to cultivate Qi, improve balance, reduce stress, enhance flexibility, and promote overall physical and mental health.
• TCM Dietary Therapy & Nutritional Counseling (Shi Liao): Using food as medicine according to traditional Chinese dietary wisdom to strengthen organ function (especially Spleen and Stomach), improve digestion, build Qi and Blood, clear pathogenic factors, and promote overall harmony and longevity.
• Moxibustion (Moxa Therapy): A warming therapy using various forms of moxa (e.g., moxa sticks, cones, moxa boxes) to promote circulation, relieve pain (especially cold-type pain like arthritis), boost immunity, and enhance the effects of acupuncture treatment.
• Cupping Therapy (Fire Cupping, Sliding Cupping, Stationary Cupping): A traditional deep-tissue therapy using suction cups (stationary or moved along lubricated skin) to promote circulation, ease pain, break up fascial adhesions, and draw out pathogenic factors like Wind, Cold, and Dampness from the body.
• TCM Lifestyle & Wellness Coaching (Yang Sheng): Comprehensive coaching to help you integrate TCM wisdom into your daily life for improved balance, vitality, mental clarity, and emotional well-being, fostering a proactive approach to health.
• Acupressure & Meridian Therapy: A non-invasive TCM technique that uses manual pressure on acupoints to address various health concerns, often taught for self-care or used as part of a broader TCM treatment.

Note: This list highlights some key services. For a full list of therapies offered by Miao, or to discuss your specific needs, please contact the clinic.

All services are provided in accordance with the scope of practice for Registered TCM Practitioners in ON and the standards set by The College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of Ontario.

At NONE, Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture are focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health, well-being, and daily activities. Miao frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Through personalized acupuncture and TCM with Miao, common concerns like general muscle tension, stiffness, and aches throughout my body are assessed from a holistic perspective to achieve improved mobility, flexibility, and range of motion in previously stiff or painful joints and muscles, helping people to once again enjoy playing a full game of recreational hockey with improved stamina and less post-game soreness.
• For those whose irregular, painful, or heavy periods, or really difficult PMS symptoms has made feeling well enough to consistently attend work or school without frequent sick days seem difficult, Miao's acupuncture and TCM care offers a path toward experiencing fewer and less intense headaches or migraines, leading to more pain-free days. These time-tested therapies can be instrumental in helping you get back to feeling well enough to consistently attend work or school without frequent sick days with greater comfort.
• Struggling with knee, hip, or other joint pain making movement difficult? Miao develops individualized TCM treatment plans aimed at achieving achieving more regular, comfortable, and predictable bowel movements, key to helping you get back to doing enjoying meals without digestive discomfort, bloating, or subsequent fatigue with improved well-being and energy.
• When wanting to support my body's natural detoxification processes is limiting your lifestyle, acupuncture and TCM with Miao can help you work towards a profound sense of relaxation, calm, and overall well-being following treatments, aiming to restore harmony and optimal function so you can comfortably and safely enjoy maintaining their balance and stability while walking on uneven ground or trails.

Your personalized TCM treatment plan, developed with Miao, will be designed to help you reach your specific functional and wellness objectives using a holistic and time-tested approach.

Miao's practice is located at NONE, situated in the Churchill Meadows neighborhood of Mississauga. The clinic is conveniently positioned near Centennial Park (West edge) and is easily accessible via MiWay (Mississauga Transit). Our clinic is accessible and offers a serene environment for healing. Street parking is often available nearby.

What is Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and how can a Registered TCM Practitioner help?

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a complete medical system that has been used for thousands of years to diagnose, treat, and prevent illness. It includes therapies such as acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, Tui Na (therapeutic massage), cupping, moxibustion, and dietary/lifestyle advice. A Registered TCM Practitioner (e.g., Registered TCM Practitioner or Acupuncturist using TCM principles) uses these tools to address the root cause of health issues by identifying and correcting imbalances in the body's Qi (vital energy), Blood, Yin, and Yang. It can help with a wide array of conditions, aiming to restore harmony and promote long-term health.

What are Qi and Meridians in TCM?

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, Qi (pronounced 'chee') is often translated as 'vital energy' or 'life force.' It's considered the fundamental energy that flows throughout the body, responsible for all physiological processes, movement, warmth, and protection against illness. Meridians (or channels) are specific pathways through which Qi and Blood circulate. These pathways connect the internal organs with the exterior parts of the body, including muscles, skin, and sensory organs. Acupuncture points are specific locations along these meridians where the flow of Qi can be accessed and influenced to restore balance and health.

Are Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine services covered by Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) in ON?

Acupuncture and TCM services provided by a Registered Acupuncturist (R.Ac) or Registered TCM Practitioner (R.TCMP) in a private clinic are generally NOT covered by provincial health plans like Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) in ON. Patients typically pay out-of-pocket. It is advisable to check with your private or extended health insurance plans, as many do offer partial or full coverage for services by registered practitioners, though coverage levels vary.

Does acupuncture hurt? Are the needles safe?

For most people, acupuncture is not painful. The needles used are very thin, and many individuals feel little to no sensation upon insertion. Some common sensations include a slight initial pinch, followed by a dull ache, warmth, tingling, or a feeling of fullness around the needle site, which usually indicates the treatment is working effectively to stimulate the body's Qi. Many patients report feeling very relaxed and even falling asleep during the session. Practitioners are highly trained in safe needling techniques and exclusively use sterile, single-use needles to ensure safety and prevent infection. If any notable pain occurs, the practitioner will immediately address it.

Do I need a doctor's referral to see a Registered TCM Practitioner in ON?

In Ontario, patients can typically see a Registered TCM Practitioner (such as a Registered Acupuncturist or Registered TCM Practitioner) directly without a physician's referral, as part of direct access. However, some private or extended health insurance plans may require a referral for reimbursement purposes. It is recommended to verify your insurance policy requirements prior to treatment.

Are Chinese Herbal Medicines safe? (If prescribed by an R.TCMP or Dr.TCM)

When prescribed and managed by a qualified and Registered TCM Practitioner (R.TCMP) or Doctor of TCM (Dr.TCM) with extensive training in herbal pharmacology, Chinese herbal formulas are generally safe and effective. R.TCMPs are trained to identify high-quality herbs, potential herb-drug interactions, and contraindications, especially during pregnancy or certain health conditions. Patients should always inform their practitioner about all medications they are taking, including over-the-counter drugs. It is strongly advised against self-prescribing herbs or purchasing from unreliable sources due to risks of incorrect diagnosis, contamination, or adverse interactions. R.TCMPs usually source herbs from trusted suppliers who perform quality testing.

What is Acupuncture and how can it help me?

Acupuncture involves inserting very fine, sterile needles into specific points called acupoints to stimulate and balance the flow of Qi along meridians. According to TCM, this can help reduce pain, alleviate stress, improve sleep, regulate bodily functions, boost immunity, and promote overall well-being by encouraging the body's natural healing processes.

NONE
1543 Princelea PL
Mississauga, ON, L5M3N9

Phone: (416) 464-2740

Miao Sun is regulated by the Traditional Chinese Medicine Act, 2006 in ON and is a registered member of The College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of Ontario.

Verify registration with The College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of Ontario: https://www.ctcmpao.on.ca/member-profile/?contactid=7eb2283f-bd76-e611-80c3-005056a97495

Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture are holistic therapies. It is recommended to also consult with your medical doctor for diagnosis of serious conditions and for emergency medical care. TCM can often complement conventional treatments effectively.