Traditional Chinese Medicine
Natures differ, and needs with them,
Hence the wise men of old
Did not lay down
One measure for all.
Chuang Tse (4th Century BC).
Chinese Medicine is holistic.
Chinese medical theory gives insight into the relationships between
disparate signs and symptoms. It provides a unifying theory with which to
view the body, emotions and the spirit as a whole.
It considers energy (Qi) imbalances (Yin & Yang) within the person as
a predisposition to chronic diseases of the mind and body. The practitioner
of Chinese Medicine arrives at a sophisticated diagnosis through a thorough
history and examination.
The system of diagnosis used by practitioners of Traditional Chinese Medicine
is complementary to the Western model. It often practically explains and
manages symptoms such as depleted energy and pain. It considers and manages
the person as a whole, by linking the mind, body and spirit.
Treatment is with a combination of acupuncture and traditional Chinese herbs,
as well as appropriate exercise and diet.
Don't tell me what type of disease
the patient has,
tell me what type of patient has the disease.
Sir William Osler (1849-1919).
The World Health Organization recognizes Acupuncture as "a clinical
procedure of considerable value" (1979).
Traditional Chinese Medicine may be used to prevent
illness or to treat diseases :
Circulation
angina, heart failure,
high blood pressure, poor circulation
Respiratory, Breathing and Lung
asthma, chronic bronchitis, hayfever
Digestive, Stomach and Bowel
colitis, constipation, diarrhoea, irritable bowel syndrome, indigestion,
inflamed gall bladder, stomach ulcers, nausea and vomiting, travel sickness
Reproductive and Urinary
infertility, irregular periods, premenstrual syndrome, period pain, hot
flushes and other menopausal problems, cystitis, impotence, incontinence,
prostatitis
Skin
acne, eczema, psoriasis, itching, hives
Neurological , Musculoskeletal and Joints
arthritis, back pain, fibrositis, Bell's palsy, headaches, migraines, multiple
sclerosis, neuralgia, rheumatism, sciatica, sports injuries, stiff neck,
strokes, tinnitus,
pain syndromes
Infections
influenza, common cold,
chronic fatigue syndrome
Mental and Emotional
anxiety, depression, eating disorders, addictions, insomnia,
panic attacks
Ear, Nose, Eyes, Mouth and Throat
blurred vision, chronic catarrh, dry eyes, nosebleeds, otitis, sinusitis,
sore throat, tinnitus, Menieres disease, toothache
Further Information & Appointments
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(905) 389-7276
or
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FURTHER READING:
TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE
Thorsons Principles of Chinese Medicine
Angela Hicks. 1996, Thorsons (Harper Collins) San Francisco.
ISBN 0-7225-3215-6.
Basic introduction for new patients.
The Web that has No Weaver. Understanding Chinese Medicine.
Ted J. Kaptchuk O.M.D.
1983, Congdon & Weed, Chicago.
ISBN 0-86553-109-9.
An eternal classic.
Between Heaven and Earth.
A Guide to Chinese Medicine.
Harriet Beinfield L.Ac.
& Efrem Korngold L.Ac., O.M.D.
1991, Ballantine (Random House), Toronto.
ISBN 0-345-37974-8.
Another eternal classic.
The Complete Illustrated Guide to Chinese
Medicine.Tom Williams Ph.D.1996, Element Books.ISBN 1-85230-904-0.
Highly recommended!
Chinese Medicine for Beginners. Achim Eckert
MD. 1996, Prima Publishing. ISBN 0-7615-0613-6.
Excellent instruction on Chinese exercise
(Qigong)for health and longevity.
High Energy Living. Kim Le Ph.D. 1997, Rudra
Press. ISBN 0-915801-71-X.
Recipes for Oriental nutrition.
The Simple Path to Health. Kim Le Ph.D. 1996,
Rudra Press. ISBN 0-915801-62-0.
An introduction to the health and longevity
benefits of Oriental nutrition.
The Chinese Way to Healing. Misha Ruth Cohen
OMD, L.Ac. 1996, Perigee Book (Berkley Publishing) ISBN 0-399-52232-8.
The Complete Book of Chinese Health and Healing.
Daniel Reid. 1995, Shambhala, Boston. ISBN 1-57062-071-7.
In the House of the Moon: Reclaiming the Feminine
Spirit of Healing. Jason Elias & Katherine Ketcham, 1995. Warner Books.ISBN
0-446-51816-6.
A highly recommended book on Womens' Health
and Traditional Chinese Medicine.