Acupuncture has been used as a form of alternative therapy across cultures for thousands of years; practiced from ancient Chinese civilisations to the modern-day US. And now it’s growing in popularity among a small chain of islands in the Indian Ocean.
Gaining a reputation for providing natural and alternative treatments, St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort is perhaps at the forefront of this wellness trend; and has just added two new ‘Acupuncture Curative Journey’ treatments to its clinic offering.
The ‘Stress Eliminator’ and ‘Pain Reliever’ treatments have been devised by Dr. Vishnu Raj, the hotel’s in-house acupuncturist, naturopathic doctor and wellness consultant, to help guests overcome a variety of health issues. Each treatment package takes place over three to five days and is designed to relieve both psychological stress and physical pain.
These acupuncture journeys are some of the best treatments available as they address an extensive range of health conditions,” says Dr. Vishnu. “The tranquillity and beauty of the island also plays a vital role in helping people recover from health conditions.
Each booking includes a one-on-one consultation with Dr. Vishnu and an initial 90-minute treatment. Sessions thereafter last up to 60 minutes at St. Regis’ specialist acupuncture clinic.