What is Chinese Herbal Medicine?
Chinese Herbal Medicine is the most widely practiced herbal tradition in the world. It has a rich and sophisticated system of diagnosis to address a variety of conditions. According to the oldest text, herbal medicine can be used for three reasons: to alleviate specific symptoms, to rectify imbalances in the body, and to promote longevity. To maximize the benefit, branch manifestations of a problem from its root cause will be distinguished. This ancient perspective is still the focus when we are treating each individual to address the complexities of the whole person with herbal medicine and acupuncture.
Chinese herbal medicine is almost always prescribed in formulas, not as individual herbs. Each formula is specifically tailored to assist an individual’s movement toward improved health. As with people, the relationships between individual medicinals potentiate various qualities within them. Combinations work synergistically to balance the complex dynamics of each patient.
During the initial consultation, the discussion will include reasons for seeking treatment, a summary of your body’s systems, your medical and social history, and your diet and lifestyle. A pulse and tongue diagnosis are an essential part of the consultation, as well. There also may be palpation of your abdomen and limbs.
Chinese herbal medicine and acupuncture are often integrated and many patients choose to combine their herbal consultation with acupuncture treatment. If you would like to be on the waiting list to explore herbal medicine, please contact us.
Chinese Herbal Medicine is the most widely practiced herbal tradition in the world. It has a rich and sophisticated system of diagnosis to address a variety of conditions. According to the oldest text, herbal medicine can be used for three reasons: to alleviate specific symptoms, to rectify imbalances in the body, and to promote longevity. To maximize the benefit, branch manifestations of a problem from its root cause will be distinguished. This ancient perspective is still the focus when we are treating each individual to address the complexities of the whole person with herbal medicine and acupuncture.
Chinese herbal medicine is almost always prescribed in formulas, not as individual herbs. Each formula is specifically tailored to assist an individual’s movement toward improved health. As with people, the relationships between individual medicinals potentiate various qualities within them. Combinations work synergistically to balance the complex dynamics of each patient.
During the initial consultation, the discussion will include reasons for seeking treatment, a summary of your body’s systems, your medical and social history, and your diet and lifestyle. A pulse and tongue diagnosis are an essential part of the consultation, as well. There also may be palpation of your abdomen and limbs.
Chinese herbal medicine and acupuncture are often integrated and many patients choose to combine their herbal consultation with acupuncture treatment. If you would like to be on the waiting list to explore herbal medicine, please contact us.
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