Dementia 
   
Acupuncture and Tui Na Massage is wonderfully beneficial for Dementia Patients. 
There is a special meridian, the Du Mai, which runs along the head and enters our brain. Several points on the Du Mai, as well as specific points on our head, can be used to improve cognitive functions. Research shows that the point Du 20 exerts its therapeutic effects by increasing dopamine levels. Dopamine serves various important brain functions including acting as a neuro transmitter and being a key regulator in synaptic plasticity, playing a key role in the transmission of signals in our brain.
In essence the treatment of dementia from a TCM perspective can be achieved through tonifying Qi and Blood, strengthening the kidney essence which can produce marrow to nourish the brain and removing blood stasis and toxins from the body.
Tui-Na Massage is a beautiful way to connect with and reassure somebody with memory loss and confusion as they respond extremely well to touch.
On a personal note I am currently treating my 86 year old Mother for Dementia/Alzheimers and we are both benefitting from this experience. She is very calm and relaxed during treatments of both Acupuncture and Tui Na and I am very humbled and grateful to be able to offer her this.