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What is TCM? How does TCM work?
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has been used in the treatment and prevention of diseases for over thousands of years. TCM adopts a holistic approach in healing the body and mind. According to traditional chinese philosophy, our health and wellness is linked to the movements of the body's energy, known as Qi and Blood. illness occurs when the flow of Qi and blood is blocked or unbalanced. TCM works by bringing the body back into balance with the aid of different treatments like Tuina, Chinese Herb Medication, Cupping, Acupuncture and others. The imbalance could be caused by internal (emotions,etc) and external (Environment,etc) Today, TCM is also widely used to promote health and improve overall well-being and to complement the treatment of Western medical conditions.
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How should I prepare for my first visit and what should I expect?
Every TCM treatment begins with a consultation with our physicians, who will diagnose your condition according to your medical history, pulse and tongue.
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Where do your herbs come from?
Most of the herbs in Yong Kang TCM from China. Yong Kang TCM chinese herbs that are extracted and grinded into powder concentrate and packed in sachet form, vacuum pack in China. No brewing required, just mix with hot water, stir and ready to serve. Compared with type of liquid chinese herb high costs and no hygienic. But our chinese herb is hygienic, easy to consume and cost at only $0.85 for single herb and $3.20 for compund herb. Taste bud friendly and provide the expired date and safety to use.
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How safe is the cupping treatment?
In case you've been considering getting cupping therapy for a medical or aesthetic issue, one of the first concerns you'll likel have is the safety factor. Rest assured that this healing modality is absolutely safe to use when taken from a certified practitioner. Our therapists and physician will take all necessary precautions including checking with you for contraindications and maintaining the most sterile of conditions for providing therapy.
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What can cupping treat?
Cupping therapy is an ancient form of alternative medicine in which a therapist puts special cups on your skin. Cupping can help with pain, inflammation, blood flow, relaxation and well-being, and as a type of deep-tissue massage.
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What is the difference between TCM treatments such as Acupuncture, Tuina, Gua Sha and others? How patient can decide which treatments suitable for them? "
The tool and technique used, how the patient feels during the treatment, the effect, as well as the length of treatment is different. It depends on the type of condition the patient seek treatment for.
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Is Yong Kang TCM registered under MOH?
Yes, all of our TCM physicians are registered under Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners Board (TCMPB), a statutory board under Ministry of Health (MOH).
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What will customer feel after an Acupuncture treatment?
Some people feel relaxes and others feel energized after an acupuncture treatment. But not everyone responds to acupuncture The results will helpful as a means to control a variety of painful conditions. Acupuncture no side effects, so it may be worth a try if you're having trouble controlling pain with more conventional methods.