MassageCraft & Acupuncture Clinic

A beautiful bouquet from a thoughtful client. Our sincere appreciation to Sean from HSK Gardenscapes & Landscape LLC for bringing us a vibrant bouquet of fresh dahlias. 💐

Did you know:
▶Dahlias have been the national flower of Mexico since 1963.
▶Dahlias symbolize inner strength, grace under pressure, and steadfastness.

We’re grateful for the generosity and thoughtfulness of our wonderful clients. Thank you for helping make our clinic such a welcoming and special place. Your kindness means so much. 🥰

🌾 NEW OCTOBER BLOG 🌾

What if your feet could help you feel more balanced - both physically and systemically? 🤔 Foot reflexology is a soothing therapy that starts at your feet, but takes a whole-body approach. Gentle pressure is applied to target points on the feet that are traditionally associated with specific areas of the body.

Read this month's blog to learn more about foot reflexology, how it works, and why this time-honored practice continues to attract people looking for a more mindful approach to relaxation and wellness.

👣 https://massagecraft.com/foot-reflexology/ 👣

Please share questions or comments below 🔽. Your feedback may inspire new blog content! 🌟

🌺 GUA SHA CLASS THIS WEDNESDAY 🌺

Gua Sha for Meridians Class
Wed, 7 October 2026
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
OOB High School Library
All levels and ages 18+ welcome

Join Lisa Bouchard LMT, LAc to learn this Traditional Chinese Medicine friction technique. Gua Sha is simple to learn, highly effective, and can be done on yourself or others. It can be applied to numerous body parts, too. 💡

Discover new Gua Sha techniques, specifically for application to the meridians to support organ health. Learn more about the meridian map and discover how to apply Gua Sha for chest congestion, stomach aches, menstrual cramps, and headaches.😌

⏪ Gua Sha spoons will be provided and discuss other tools you can use.
⏩ Wear a swimsuit top (no sports bras) if you'd like work done on your upper back and shoulders.

Register via the QR code or OOB S**o Adult and Community Education link in the graphic.

Fall is a season of slowing down, letting go, and restoring balance. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, this is the time to nourish the Lungs, to slow down, protect your energy, support your breath, and prepare your body for the colder months.

Group acupuncture makes wellness more accessible and more connected as we heal together. Our clinics are held from 5:30 - 7:30 PM by appointment only.
🍁General Public - Wed, 14 October - FILLING FAST -
🍂Veteran Family Members - Wed, 21 October - FULL -
Call the office to be added to the waitlist and to book your appointment for November ~ 207.286.8416.

💞October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and we’re celebrating the strength, courage, and resilience of everyone impacted by breast cancer. 💕

Let’s come together to spread awareness, support one another, and prioritize our health. Early detection matters, and a community support can go a long way!

For more information about how acupuncture and massage can support your healing, our previous blog post ~ https://massagecraft.com/2022/10/18/breast-cancer-awareness-month/

🌻 GUA SHA CLASS THIS WEDNESDAY 🌻
Introduction to Gua Sha Class
Wed, 30 September 2026
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
OOB High School Library
All levels welcome

Join Lisa Bouchard LMT, LAc to learn this Traditional Chinese Medicine friction technique. Gua Sha is simple to learn, highly effective, and can be done on yourself or others. It can be applied to numerous body parts, too. 💡

Included will be a calming sequence for the head and neck to encourage lymph flow, which can help reduce sinus congestion, facial puffiness, and smooth out wrinkles. ☺️

⏬ Gua Sha spoons will be provided and discuss other tools you can use.
⏫ Wear a swimsuit top (no sports bras) if you'd like work done on your upper back and shoulders.

Final spots! Register via the QR code or OOB S**o Adult and Community Education link in the graphic.

"Kindness is like seed scattered; it springs up into beautiful flowers to bless the world." — James Bentham

Our sincere gratitude to Monique for bringing us a bright bouquet of fresh flowers from her garden. 💐

Your thoughtful gift reminds us how beautifully kindness can spread. Thank you for bringing color and into our day. We appreciate clients like you who brighten our space and lighten our spirits. 💖

Introduction to Gua Sha Class
Wed, 30 Sep 2026
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
OOB High School Library
All levels and ages 18+ welcome

Join Lisa Bouchard LMT, LAc to learn this Traditional Chinese Medicine friction technique. Gua Sha is simple to learn, highly effective, and can be done on yourself or others. It can be applied to numerous body parts, too! 😌

Included will be a calming sequence for the head and neck to encourage lymph flow, which could reduce sinus congestion, facial puffiness, and smooth out wrinkles.

➡ Gua Sha spoons provided; we will also discuss other tools you can use.
➡ Wear a swimsuit top (no sports bras) if you'd like work done on the skin of your upper back and shoulders.

Register today via the QR code or OOB S**o Adult and Community Education link in the graphic.

🏵 GUA SHA CLASSES 🏵

Lisa Bouchard, LMT, LAc is offering two Gua Sha classes through Old Orchard Beach - S**o Adult and Community Education early this fall! Lisa is a highly qualified massage therapist and acupuncturist who co-founded MassageCraft & Acupuncture Clinic in 1991.

These two classes can be taken on their own or attended consecutively for cumulative knowledge and results. Classes will be held at the Old Orchard Beach High School Library. All levels and ages 18+ are welcome.

📍Introduction to Gua Sha - Wed, 30 Sep 2026
📍Gua Sha for Meridians - Wed, 7 Oct 2026

Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioners have been using Gua Sha to treat pain, reduce fevers, and treat coughs for thousands of years. This friction technique is simple to learn, highly effective, and can be done on yourself or others. It can also be applied to numerous body parts. It can also be applied to numerous body parts.

➡ Gua Sha spoons will be provided and we'll discuss other tools that can also be used.
➡ Wear a swimsuit top (no sports bras) if you would like work done on the skin of your upper back and shoulders.

Register using the QR codes or copy and paste the links from the graphic.

🌺 GUA SHA FOR MERIDIANS 🌺
Wed, 7 October 2026
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
OOB High School Library
All levels and ages 18+ welcome

Join Lisa Bouchard LMT, LAc to learn this Traditional Chinese Medicine friction technique. Gua Sha is simple to learn, highly effective, and can be done on yourself or others. It can be applied to numerous body parts, too. 💡

Discover new Gua Sha techniques, specifically for application to the meridians to support organ health. Learn more about the meridian map and discover how to apply Gua Sha for chest congestion, stomach aches, menstrual cramps, and headaches.😌

⏬ Gua Sha spoons will be provided and discuss other tools you can use.
⏫ Wear a swimsuit top (no sports bras) if you'd like work done on your upper back and shoulders.

This class can be taken as a stand alone or in succession of the Introduction to Gua Sha Class held on Wed, 30 Sep 2026.

Register via the QR code or OOB S**o Adult and Community Education link in the graphic.