The ancient Chinese believed that sleep is essential to maintaining health. Learned Chinese sages wrote, “…replenishing health with medicine is not as good as replenishing health with diet, but…replenishing health with sleep is the best treatment of all.” The TCM View of the Day. In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), night time is Yin and daytime Read More
You hear of acupuncture and Tai Chi. Maybe you’ve tried an over-the-counter herbal remedy for the common cold or overheard discussions about Chakra alignment and Qi flow. Perhaps it’s time to really delve into these topics, to read about the studies in human well-being that back them up, and to engage with your own body Read More
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is based on the first-hand observation of Chinese physicians over thousands of years. In helping to explain what they see, these traditional practitioners developed theories which are very different from what Western doctors have developed. But the observed facts have a strong symmetry with the Western doctor’s events have also established. Read More
While many people consider massages to be relaxing luxuries, in the world of traditional Chinese medicine, massage is used for its therapeutic properties just as often. One such type of massage is Tui Na, which, like acupuncture, aims to stimulate various channels within the body. By stimulating these areas using pressure, Tui Na attempts to Read More
The annual SITCM End-of-Year Dinner took place on 3 December 2023, with over 200 members of the traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) community in attendance. Mixed among the lively performances, raffle draws and academic awards were various speeches relating to Chinese medicine education. The speakers each had a valuable message to share with the TCM community; Read More
As increasing numbers of consumers seek alternatives to Western medicine, many are turning to the ancient wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). TCM incorporates multiple ages-old healing modalities including acupuncture, dietary therapy, Qigong, Tai Chi, herbal medicine, massage therapy, and more, to treat and prevent health concerns. TCM is rooted in ancient Taoist philosophy and Read More