APM according to Penzel
The self-healing powers of the body are encouraged and reinforced by shifting energy.
What is ACUPUNCTURE MASSAGE according to Penzel?
It is one of the oldest European meridian therapies with roots in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and classic acupuncture theory.
“Sickness is a disturbance of energy flow”, the founder, Willy Penzel (1918 to 1985) was convinced.
The acupuncture massage according to Penzel works as a regulation therapy on the basis of Chinese energy theory. It integrates elements of auricular therapy (ear acupuncture), neural therapy according to Huneke, and chirotherapy and connects them with the findings of Willy Penzel from energetic medicine and physical therapy.
After preparing an energetic diagnose, the energy flow is regulated primarily by gently stroking along the energy-lacking meridians with a massaging stick. In this, the self-healing powers of the body are encouraged and reinforced by shifting energy. A part of the treatment series, besides meridian therapy, is also the special care for interference fields (scars).
The mutual influence of different body systems such as the meridian system, musculoskeletal system, organ system, and mind, represents a central issue of the treatment concept of APM therapy. A treatment series begins with the energetic treatment of the meridian system. The pelvis, spinal, and peripheral joints are then treated with gentle ostheopathic methods.
Cupping, light moxibustion (heat therapy), the elimination of interferences from scars, are applied depending on the situation.
Tipps for suitable physical exercises can help you to support your energetic system on your own.
Fields of application of ACUPUNCTURE MASSAGE according to Penzel
- functional disorders, e.g. indigestion, hormonal disorders, cardiovascular disorders, etc.
- disorders of the musculoskeletal system, poor posture, restrictions of motion, rheumatic diseases, degenerative diseases, etc.
- pain therapy; any type of pain, chronical, neuralgic, therapy-resistant pain, pain after surgery, reduction of painkiller use
- vegetative disorders, restlessness, anxiety, nervousness, irritable colon, irritable bladder, etc.
- support and care before, during, and after pregnancy
In the course of a basic regulation (Tension Equalization Massage TEM), all meridians that show a lack of energy are softly tonified. With this treatment, the complete organism is stimulated – energy surplus is eliminated, deficiency of energy is equalized.
Reactions
Reactions may partly be very strong. This may feel uncomfortable at first, but such reactions have to be considered positive, as they are an indication of activated self-healing powers. If there is no reaction to APM, there are often interference fields (scars, teeth, medication), or it is simply not the right time. If the treatment is repeated after a three-months break, the reaction may be completely different.