One thing that makes TCM unique is the concept of Yin Yang

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a unique form of medicine in several aspects. Some of these include its holistic approach, its personalised treatments and its preventative focus. These are just a few of many of the distinctive facets of TCM.

However, one particular aspect of TCM that is unique to this ancient medical system is that it works on the Qi. The concept of Qi is central to TCM theory and is its foundation. 

So what is Qi?

Qi is a concept not familiar to many in the western world. It is a way of understanding the world around us and how it works. It is sometimes translated as energy or vital force but these terms do not sufficiently convey the idea of Qi. Qi is not easily translated, nothing seems to encapsulate its meaning fully and only directs, if anything, to a vague notion of the idea.

In TCM Qi is a substance that is foundational to all things - everything in existence is a form of Qi and in this way TCM understands the nature of the world. All things are Qi.

In health Qi flows smoothly in the person and this can be understood in terms of Yin Yang balance. However any disruption to this smooth flow can cause disharmony. This disharmony can then lead to illness.

TCM works directly with Qi to restore balance. It does this via various treatments including Acupuncture, Herbs, Medical Qigong and Moxibustion. In Acupuncture treatment, specific acupuncture points are used to remove the imbalances of Qi and restore harmony so that the person can be healthy once more

No other form of medicine does this. It’s  unique to TCM. This gives an alternative perspective of the person and the treatment of illnesses. This offers a new path to health, one that has proved effective over thousands of years.

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