Traditional Chinese Medicine

Of the several thousand medicinals in the Chinese herbal pharmacopoeia, ginseng is considered to be the most valuable for its vitalizing and restorative powers. "The Magic Rejuvenation Herb", "The King of Myriad Medicines" and "Herbal Panacea" are some of the labels ginseng has been given throughout its long history of use.

Apr 1, 2000 - Matthew Scott

You know your body better than anyone else therefore you can do more for your health than anyone else can. This article introduces some self-help techniques that are easy to learn and can be applied anytime, wherever you are.

Mar 7, 2000 - Matthew Scott

You're in the waiting room of an acupuncture clinic for the first time, contemplating maybe fearing what's about to happen. Visions of needles inserted all over your body make you want to leave right now. You're desperate though; nothing else has helped you. Even your doctor said acupuncture is worth a try. What happens then from the time of your initial consultation to the completion of your first acupuncture treatment?

Feb 8, 2000 - Matthew Scott

The use of endangered plant and animal species in Chinese herbal medicine is an area of growing concern amongst conservation groups around the world. The following article looks at what is being done to halt this practice.

Jan 25, 2000 - Matthew Scott

There is a saying in Chinese medicine that, "The superior doctor first tries to cure disease with food and if that fails only then should other means be used". For this reason TCM doctors always ask about the eating habits of their patients, regardless of their complaint.

Jan 18, 2000 - Matthew Scott

This article on moxibustion is the last in a series that discusses several frequently used but not well known TCM techniques. Also, read how as a TCM student back in the late 1980's, the author was nearly arrested after using this technique.

Jan 11, 2000 - Matthew Scott

Scraping is similar to cupping and is another of the lesser known techniques often used by TCM practitioners. Read how the author and former practitioner, effectively treated a case of stiff neck using only a few drops of oil and the edge of a plastic soup spoon.

Jan 4, 2000 - Matthew Scott

Do you know what cupping or scraping is? What about moxibustion? What people read and hear about Chinese medicine is usually to do with acupuncture or herbal therapy. This and following articles introduce some lesser known but equally effective TCM methods of treatment.

Dec 28, 1999 - Matthew Scott

Lower back pain affects most people at some time in their lives so it's not suprising that so many types of treatment are available. As a TCM practitioner in Australia for 8 years and a sufferer of back pain myself, I found TCM to be an extremely effective form of treatment. This article discusses some common causes of lower back pain and their treatment from a TCM point of view.

Dec 21, 1999 - Matthew Scott

The stress of living in our fast-paced, highly competitive and rapidly changing world, is increasingly taking its toll on us and many we know. Read on to discover how TCM can help to restore physical and emotional balance to your body.

Dec 14, 1999 - Matthew Scott

Are you one of many people who often catch colds or whatever "bug" is going around at the time? This article will tell you how Chinese medicine not only treats these extremely common ailments but also prevents them from occuring.

Dec 7, 1999 - Matthew Scott

Answers to frequently asked questions about Chinese herbal medicine including: What is it good for? How do I take it? Is it safe to take? How do I find a practitioner?

Nov 30, 1999 - Matthew Scott

Answers some of the common questions about acupuncture including: What is acupuncture good for? What's involved in having an acupuncture treament? How many treatments will I need? Does it hurt? How do I find a practitioner?

Nov 20, 1999 - Matthew Scott

An introduction to the theory and practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine(TCM) including Western medicine comparisons; commonly treated conditions and what to expect during your initial TCM consultation.

Nov 6, 1999 - Matthew Scott