Acupuncture: What It Is and What It’s Used For
A plain-English guide to acupuncture — how it works, what it’s commonly used for, and what a session …
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a major part of care in China — from acupuncture and herbal medicine to tuina (therapeutic massage) and cupping. This section explains what TCM is, how it’s practiced, and how it can work alongside modern (Western) medicine.
TCM is best understood as complementary to modern medicine, not a replacement. Serious conditions should be evaluated with modern diagnostics. Read our TCM guide to get started.
What is Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)?
A plain-English introduction to TCM for people new to it — what it is, its main practices, and how …