What are other aspects of traditional Chinese medicine?
Acupuncture is one branch of traditional Chinese medicine. The others include herbal medicine, the practice of a physical and mental discipline called Qi Gong and Taiji, moxibustion, cupping, massage (Chinese tuina), etc. The main objective of each method is to bring about a harmonious flow of Qi, balance Yin and yang and reinforce deficiency and reduce excess. Therefore, depending on the patient’s needs, the treatment plan may call for any or all of the available methods.
