Chinese Herbal Medicine
Classical formulas, some of which have been in existence and in use since hundreds or thousands of years, are utilized in various forms: decoction, tea, powder, pill, salve, tincture, suppository and bath. Chinese herbal medicine is an extraordinary treasure of 5000 years of experience with plant, mineral and animal-based substances, as well as their synergistic action.
Most herbal prescriptions are comprised of 4 to about 20 herbs. A prescription is individually formulated for each patient, based on their health condition, symptoms and what is discovered utilizing the TCM diagnostic methods. The Chinese Materia Medica (compendium of individual herbs) contains approximately 7000 entries. Together with Ayurvedic medicine, TCM is the oldest intact medicine in existence.
Most herbal prescriptions are comprised of 4 to about 20 herbs. A prescription is individually formulated for each patient, based on their health condition, symptoms and what is discovered utilizing the TCM diagnostic methods. The Chinese Materia Medica (compendium of individual herbs) contains approximately 7000 entries. Together with Ayurvedic medicine, TCM is the oldest intact medicine in existence.