Oriental Medicine Diagnostics
When treating a disease, doctors of TCM usually find the patient's condition through these four diagnostic methods: observation, auscultation and olfaction, interrogation, pulse, and palpation. Combining the collected facts and according to their internal relations, doctors will utilize the dialectics to analyze the source and virtue of the disease.
Traditional Acupuncture
Acupuncture is part of the ancient practice of Traditional Chinese medicine. Traditional Chinese medicine practitioners believe the human body has more than 2,000 acupuncture points connected by pathways or meridians. These pathways create an energy flow (Qi, pronounced "chee") through the body that is responsible for overall health. Disruption of the energy flow can cause disease. By applying acupuncture to certain points, it is thought to improve the flow of Qi, thereby improving health.
Scalp Acupuncture
Chinese scalp acupuncture is an effective technique for treating acute and chronic central nervous system disorders. Scalp acupuncture often produces remarkable results with just a few needles and usually brings about immediate improvement, sometimes taking only several seconds to a minute.
Ear Acupuncture
Acupuncture in the ear is an alternative treatment that may help with common health issues, from chronic pain to digestion issues. There is promising research suggesting it can be beneficial for a range of health conditions, especially when combined with other treatments.
Laser Acupuncture
Laser acupuncture (LA)—the use of nonthermal, low-intensity laser irradiation to stimulate acupuncture points—has become more common among acupuncture practitioners in recent years. LA is promoted as a safer pain-free alternative to traditional acupuncture, with minimal adverse effects and greater versatility. However, little is known about the mechanism of action of LA, laser characteristics, and effectiveness of LA therapy.
Moxibustion
Moxibustion is a traditional Chinese medicine therapy which consists of burning dried mugwort on particular points on the body. It plays an important role in the traditional medical systems of China, Tibet, Japan, Korea, Vietnam, and Mongolia.
Cupping
Cupping is a type of alternative therapy that involves placing cups on the skin to create suction. This suction is thought to improve the flow of energy in the body and facilitate healing.
Herbal Medicine
Products made from botanicals, or plants, that are used to treat diseases or to maintain health are called herbal products, botanical products, or phytomedicines. A product made from plants and used solely for internal use is called an herbal supplement.
Tuina or Tui Na (Chinese Massage)
The Tui Na is the most popular Chinese massages and has some similarities to a deep tissue massage. It uses kneading, chopping and stretching movements to relieve sore spots and blockages in the body’s muscular system.
Lifestyle Counseling
Lifestyle counseling can include talking to them about the importance of exercise and weight loss, advising them about healthy things to eat and what to avoid in their diet, the importance of testing their blood sugars at home, etc.