Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a range of therapies with its roots in China, close to 2,000 years ago. It is an essentially holistic approach to health, viewing the mind, body, and sprit as interconnected elements, while also factoring in things like the climate and your emotional status.

The aim of Kovan TCM is to maintain balance, improve circulation, and boost energy to allow for good overall health and prevent illness. This blog looks into some of the most popular TCM treatment you should try.

Acupuncture

As per Traditional Chinese Medicine, Qi (life cycle) runs along meridian lines in the body. If at all any of these pathways is blocked, it can manifest in mental or physical health complications. Of course, that’s the last thing you want to make do with at any given time. Acupuncture is used to strengthen the body’s Qi and restore the energy flow by inserting small needles at specific points.

With acupuncture, tiny needles are placed in the body at specific points. You likely won’t feel anything, although it may ache when the correct depth is reached. Your Kovan TCM practitioner may gently manipulate the needles with movement, heat or an electric current to facilitate the treatment.

Moxibustion

Moxibustion is a form of heat therapy from the burning of mugwort leaves. Most Kovan TCM clinics will perform annual moxibustion as a general preventative treatment. Your practitioner will ignite one end of a moxa cone, made of dried mugwort leaves, and place it close-to or onto your body so the heat can transfer to the body and improve Qi flow.

Moxibustion is highly leveraged in treating aches and pains, digestive problems and improve immunity. It is widely believed to be particularly effective to help with chronic diseases such as bronchitis, asthma, and nasal allergies.

Chinese Herbal Medicine

Chinese Herbal Medicines are often plant-based, though some mineral and animal products can also be used. The aim is not to ‘fix a symptom’ but to balance the environment that caused the symptoms. A consultation with a Kovan TCM practitioner is usually extensive. In this regard, you should be ready for an intimate tongue examination and a detailed health history. After a full assessment, your Kovan TCM doctor will work out the best combination of ingredients. With Chinese herbal medicines, specific ingredients are tailored to each individual for maximum performance and success.