Some cheery news from over the pond where a fellow CCT practitioner is helping New York dancers back to full healthy using TCM.
Some cheery news from over the pond where a fellow CCT practitioner is helping New York dancers back to full healthy using TCM.
"TCM techniques like acupuncture, Tui Na (soft tissue manipulation), and other manual therapies have proven incredibly effective at helping our dance patients recover from injury and prepare for the emotional challenges of working as a New York City dancer," said Phil, a New York State–licensed acupuncturist, Tui Na practitioner, and herbalist. "On top of living in one of the world's most stressful and frenetic cities, New York dancers have rigorous rehearsal schedules and endure intense strain on their bodies. We undo a lot of that stress and help people heal."
Phil Veneziano and his wife and partner, Cristina R. de la Mar set up a CCT clinic called Seven Point to use CCT to treat dancers. They use acupuncture, tuina, moxibustion, herbalism, qi gong and a whole range of CCT treatments, just as we do, to help dancers recover and correct structural imbalances so they can avoid the pain of re-injury and time out of work.
Many performing artists also come to Phil and Cristina for help with the emotional aspects of their careers: overcoming audition anxiety, stage fright and pre-performance insomnia.
Hannah, a 23-year-old professional dancer/actress, said Seven Point helped her reclaim her career and changed its trajectory for the better. "Not only couldn't I dance before Phil treated me, I couldn't walk!" said Hannah. "My knee and hip were in constant pain. Now I'm back in class and auditioning, and with more flexibility than I've had in a long time."
"Thanks to Phil, I have more energy and less back pain," added Aaron, a professional dancer and choreographer. "I've been able to dance more fully with increased endurance, like I could 20 years ago. This work has transformed my career."
But CCT isn't just for dancers or sportspeople, CCT can help everybody to a healthier and happier way of life.