Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine Treatment in Coral Gables, FL
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is practiced not just to fight disease and find relief from pain, but also to prevent various conditions and diseases. TCM is an ancient and proven system of health and wellness that has been used for thousands of years in China. While modern medicine is focused on the treatment of disease, TCM is about achieving overall well-being.
Herbal medicine refers to using a plant’s seeds, berries, roots, leaves, bark, or flowers for medicinal purposes. Herbalism has a long tradition of use and is becoming more mainstream as improvements in analysis and quality control along with advances in clinical research show the value of herbal medicine in the treating and preventing of disease. Recently, the World Health Organization estimated that 80% of people worldwide rely on herbal medicines for some part of their primary health care. In the last 20 years, public dissatisfaction with the cost of medicine, combined with an interest in returning to natural or organic remedies, has led to an increase in herbal medicine use.
How Does Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine Work?
- Environmental (external) factors
- Emotions (internal) factor
- Diet and other lifestyle factors
- Acupuncture
- Herbal medicine
- Massage
- Nutrition
- Tai chi and other exercises
- Cupping
- Meditation
Concepts of TCM
- Qi flows through the organs including the heart, lung, liver, kidneys, gallbladder, spleen, and the large and small intestines, via meridians.
- Each organ is seen as a system. For example, the kidney forms the urinary system along with the adrenal glands.
- Qi is known as life energy and it is believed to run throughout the body. It is constantly moving and changing. TCM therapies are mostly focused on promoting and maintaining the flow of qi.
- Yin and Yang are the opposing qualities of qi. It is believed that everything in life has its opposite and it is important to maintain a balance.
Benefits of TCM
- Boosting your immunity and energy
- Relieving pain
- Improving vital organ health
- Rebalancing inner system
- Promoting youthful appearance
- Minimizing stress and anxiety
- Preventing various disorders from progressing or appearing
Treating Health Problems with TCM
- Chronic pain
- Infertility
- Arthritis
- Indigestion
- Headaches
- Fatigue
- Hormonal imbalances
- Liver disease
- Hypertension
- Cancer recovery
- PMS
Traditional Chinese medicine has also been found to be effective in improving obesity, high
cholesterol levels, back pain, depression, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, problems of
the bladder, heart disease, nausea, asthma, allergies, addictions, sleep problems, and many
other conditions.
At Coral Gables Acupuncture, we will conduct a thorough assessment before creating a TCM
treatment plan for you or your loved one. For more information feel free to contact us at (305)
446-3009 or email us.
Many patients ask us: How do I take my herbal medication?
To maximize absorption and minimize digestive discomfort, take your herbal medicine at the same time each day. If you forget to take your herbal medicine at the recommended time, it is better to take the medication at an alternate time than to not take the medication at all. Maximum benefits usually result when patients take their herbal medication between meals.
One of the most important things to remember about the use of herbal medication is that regularity and repetition are the key to success. Taking herbal medication sporadically may provide some benefit, but the best effects can be achieved through steady use and by taking the medication at consistent times.
