Medication isn’t the only way to get relief from chronic pain symptoms. There are alternatives available. In Orange County, CA, QualityAcu offers several alternative treatment options for chronic pain and other conditions, all based on traditional Chinese medicine (TCM).
What is TCM? TCM is a group of therapies that have been practiced in China for thousands of years. TCM practitioners take a holistic approach to treatment, one that seeks to address the root causes of health problems rather than just managing symptoms. They use a variety of diagnostic methods, including pulse diagnosis and tongue examinations, as well as inquiring about a patient’s symptoms and lifestyle to understand the underlying reasons for a patient’s ailment. The goal of TCM is to restore balance and energy while promoting self-healing.
Even though TMC’s holistic approach differs from Western medicine’s pain symptom management approach, TCM is a gaining following in the U.S. and other Western countries. In the U.S., TCM is especially popular for treating chronic pain issues. It’s not uncommon for people to combine TCM therapies with conventional medical treatments.
Five Examples of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Acupuncture is a therapy that involves the insertion of extremely thin, hair-like needles into specific points around the body. The needles stimulate the flow of blood as well as the body’s immune response and reduce inflammation. Acupuncture treats pain, stress, digestive problems, arthritis, and other health conditions.
Herbal treatments are a big part of TCM. TCM practitioners use hundreds of different types of herbs (such as ginseng, ginkgo biloba, dang gui, and cinnamon) and other natural substances to treat a wide range of ailments, including chronic pain, inflammation, fatigue, stress, insomnia, and poor gut health.
Qi Gong and Tai Chi are a group of natural movement exercises that involve gentle movements, deep breathing, and meditation to improve the flow of energy throughout the body, reduce stress and promote relaxation, and enhance overall health and wellness.
Cupping therapy involves placing heated cups at specific points along the body. The cups create a suction when placed on the skin. The suction action helps improve blood flow, reduce pain, and stimulate healing.
Percussion therapy, also known as percussion massage, is a form of deep tissue massage that involves the use of rapid, repetitive movements to target specific muscle groups. Percussion therapy is commonly used to treat persons with injury-related pain.
Traditional Chinese Medicine in Orange County, CA
If you’re interested in learning more about how TCM can help relieve the chronic pain symptoms of your medical condition, get in touch with QualityAcu. QualityAcu is a clinic in Orange, CA that specializes in acupuncture, cupping therapy, and other TCM practices. Operated by licensed acupuncturist Greg G. Maruki, QualityAcu provides safe and effective TCM-based treatments to patients throughout the Orange County, California area.
QualityAcu is located at 2832 E. Chapman Ave.,, a few blocks East of CA-55 S. You can contact us today through our website or call us at 714-532-2827 to schedule an appointment. Be sure to ask about our specials!
