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SURGERY LOCATION DR ALAN TRAN 3 WHARF ST FORSTER AUSTRALIA NSW 2428 02 6555 9284 0413 186 690 FAX:02 65559284 Acupuncture Chinese Medicine Herbal Medicine Allergy Testing Pain Management Menopause and Hrt
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History and Development We all know that China has had an organised society of people able to read and write for over 5,000 years. What we don't sometimes appreciate is the fact that they have had their fair share of inquiring scientific minds at work all this time. This has resulted in a well-recorded archive of Chinese medical knowledge that has grown and developed into the world's most advanced system of natural medicine. Over the centuries, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has evolved complex methods of diagnosis and treatment tailored to the individual's subtle patterns of disharmony. This allows it not only to treat fully manifest diseases, but also to assist in maintaining health and balance to prevent illnesses from occurring. Today we are able to benefit from this legacy of China's 5,000 year investigation into unlocking the secrets of nature. TCM has come down to us with a detailed theory and philosophy together with a comprehensive and subtle system of diagnosis. Treatment in TCM consists of three main modalities: 1) herbal medicine, 2) acupuncture and moxibustion, 3) massage and manipilation. By far the major component of Chinese medical therapy is herbal medicine. This may come as a surprise to us in Australia, where acupuncture was the first modality to be introduced and practiced by non-Chinese practitioners. There are several thousand different medicinal substances used by Chinese herbalists, most of which are derived from plants. Minerals and animal parts are also used, however most of these are restricted by the Australian health authorities, specifically those that may be toxic, or that may involve the destruction of an endangered species. In modern China, TCM is both taught as well as practiced alongside orthodox Western medicine. All of the major hospitals have Western and traditional Chinese departments, and patients are often referred from one department to the other. Thus Chinese patients are able to receive the best that each system has to offer, with combined Chinese herbal and Western drug therapy in serious cases. This has proven to be an extremely successful approach, with remarkable results being achieved in such areas as cancer care, recovery from stroke, arthritis, skin diseases, heart disease, chronic degenerative diseases, post operative care, etc. TCM in Australia In the last three decades there has been a steady growth of TCM in Australia. Several major universities now offer degree courses in TCM. Chinese herbal medicines have been subject to clinical trials for treating conditions such as hepatitis-C, irritable bowel syndrome, menopause, heart disease, etc. In recent years an increasing number of doctors regularly refer patients to qualified TCM practitioners and many people have found help and relief with TCM after the failure of conventional methods. Recognition by government has resulted in higher standards for practitioners and consistent quality and purity of the Chinese herbal medicines that are imported into this country. Now, more than ever before, it is possible for patients to make an informed choice and have the benefit of well trained TCM practitioners and high quality medicines. A Word About Chinese Prepared Formulas Commonly asked Questions on Traditional Chinese Medicine
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