Traditional Chinese Medicine
Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has evolved over thousands of years. TCM practitioners use various mind and body practices (such as acupuncture and Cupping) as well as herbal products to address health problems.
Cupping
Negative pressure is created in the cup either by applying a flame to the cup to remove oxygen before placing it on the skin or by attaching a suction device to the cup after it is placed on the skin.
Herbal products
There are over 300 herbs used in Chinese herbal products. These herbs have been studied for many medical problems, including stroke, heart disease, mental disorders, and respiratory diseases (such as bronchitis and the common cold).
Moxibustion
Moxibustion is a traditional Chinese medicine therapy that consists of burning dried mugwort or moxa at particular meridian points on the body.
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How does cupping work?
Cupping is usually done by inserting a flame into a small glass cup to remove the air and create a vacuum. The cup is then deftly inverted onto the surface of the body where the cup is held firmly in place by the suction created by the vacuum effect. This method is called “fire cupping.”
Is cupping safe?
While cupping is considered relatively safe, it can cause some swelling and bruising on the skin. As the skin under a cup is drawn up, the blood vessels at the surface of the skin expand. This may result in small, circular bruises on the areas where the cups were applied. These bruises are usually painless,
Are Chinese herbs safe
When prescribed properly by a licensed practitioner, herbs should rarely result in harmful side effects. Common improper prescriptions occur when a practitioner does not consider the effect herbs might have on other medications the patient is taking.
What is moxa good for?
Moxibustion is a practice that has been used for centuries to treat a variety of conditions, including: back pain, arthritis, headaches, muscle stiffness, menstrual cramps, and digestive problems.