Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is sometimes thought of as mystical. However, Chinese medicine specialists have existed for thousands of years. For example, acupuncture treatment was practiced in China about 2,000 years ago while Chinese herbal medicine is about 3,000 years old. Over this time, the...
Holistic treatment approaches are becoming common in the world today. Millions of people have embraced these treatment procedures as they offer several benefits, some of which cannot be detected in conventional treatment approaches. If you want to learn more about acupuncture treatment, keep reading. What is...
The practice of acupuncture has been around for thousands of years. This ancient Chinese therapy is used to treat conditions such as high blood pressure, migraines, respiratory disorders, allergies, stress, and depression, among others. Though the practice is fast gaining popularity in America, this form of...
Just like machines, our bodies are prone to occasional wear stemming from long hours of work and activity. Aside from getting tired, our minds also take a huge beating from all the thinking we do every day. Acupuncture is among the best methods to relieve stress,...
Chinese herbal medicine, along with acupuncture and Tai Chi, falls into the general category of traditional Chinese medicine. Traditional Chinese medicine is based on Taoism and is centered around the body's balance, production, and flow of qi (or, in other translations, chi). Acupuncture treatment, for...
Acupuncture is a procedure that uses needles to bring both physical and mental pain relief to countless individuals. Working with a licensed acupuncturist has made a world of difference in the lives of many, and the World Health Organization has stated that acupuncture treatment can...
Technological advancement has made it very easy for individuals to purchase remedies for almost any ailment. Although this modern convenience may render many of the highly valued medical techniques of old worthless, acupuncture is not one of them. Let's take a look at the valued...
As a central component of traditional Chinese herbal medicine, acupuncture is a treatment to relieve pain and increase a person's overall wellness. At its basic core, acupuncture involves inserting needles at strategic points in your body. When an acupuncturist inserts these thin needles at these...
Acupuncture is quickly becoming one of the major forms of alternative medicine throughout the United States. As a regular acupuncture session will typically take between 45 and 60 minutes, it is a quick form of relief for many. When you hire a Chinese medicine specialist...
December 13th, 2018 is my teacher, Dr. Zhao-Shaoqin's, 100th birthday. I attended the Beijing University of Chinese Medicine in 1980 and fortunately became a student of Dr. Zhao-shaoqin in 1985, for three years. In December 2018, my university held the commemorative meeting to celebrate Dr. Zhao-Shaoqin’s...