Dietary Therapy Visit: $30
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) utilizes carefully balanced herbs used as dietary supplements in the form of raw herbs, pills, capsules, powders or syrups to alleviate ailments. Herbal Medicine has been a part of Chinese culture and medicinal practice for thousands of years, the earliest records of herbal medicine date back about 4500 years ago to the emperor Shen Nong. Chinese herbal medicine is often used in conjunction with other traditional treatments such as acupuncture.
During your initial visit a health history is taken regarding diet and lifestyle. We also ask any patient interested in pursuing Traditional Chinese Medicine to bring a list of all the medications and supplements you are currently taking. This is important to create a well-balanced treatment plan most suitable for your specific needs.
More information:
- Better Health Channel: Chinese Herbal Medicine Article
- BMJ (British Medical Journal) Review of Randomised Controlled Trials of Traditional Chinese Medicine
