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Study: Chinese Medicine May Reduce Chemotherapy Side Effects
Apr 04, 2012
A study led by scientists at Yale University has suggested that an 1800 year-old herb mixture used in Chinese medicine could improve the effectiveness of chemotherapy for people who have colon cancer. Huang qin tang (or PHY906 as it has been dubbed...What is Trigeminal Neuralgia?
Feb 16, 2012
Trigeminal neuralgia is the medical name for a type of facial pain caused by impingement (pressure or "pinching") on a major cranial nerve sometimes called the trigeminal nerve and sometimes referred to as the Fifth Cranial Nerve (CN5). CN5 has both...Video: Exploring Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)
Jan 20, 2012
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a centuries old healing tradition that still enjoys widespread use today. ntpagesTV interviewed experienced TCM practitioner Trudy Zipf from Blues Point Practice to find out more.Watch this video interview to learn: What...What is Ankylosing Spondylitis?
Nov 21, 2011
Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a type of arthritis that primarlily involves the sacroiliac joints at the base of the spine. A systemic disorder, it can also spread to other areas of the body over time. Little is known about the cause of this disorder, but...Chinese Medicine Becomes Regulated
Nov 17, 2011
Thankfully all professions, including natural health practitioners, are increasingly regulated which helps to ensure they have undergone the requisite training, are insured and have registered with the appropriate regulatory body. Chinese medicine...What is Cupping?
Jun 20, 2011
Gwyneth Paltrow has done it. So has Madonna. Even Victoria Beckham has been known to indulge. If you have seen pictures of celebs, sporting stars or the average person in the street with strange circular marks on their skin, they have more than likely...Health Benefits of Cupping Therapy
Jun 17, 2011
If you have ever received an acupuncture treatment, chances are a technique called cupping has been included in your treatment, which depends on your complaint. What can cupping help with? Cupping is an ancient therapy that uses special cups to be...Mind, Body and Spirit
Jun 14, 2011
Anne Levis from Chi-Chinese Healing College tells ntpagesTV that their focus is primarily on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) emphasising the importance of mind, body and spirit to students.What is Chinese Acupressure Massage?
Jun 10, 2011
What is Chinese acupressure massage? How is it different from Chinese acupuncture? What are the differences between acupressure massage and an ordinary massage? If these questions have been running in your head for a while, this guide gives you the...Choosing a Chinese Medicine Practitioner
Apr 28, 2011
Are you thinking of having acupuncture or seeing a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) doctor? If you have never had acupuncture or consulted a complementary therapist it may be difficult to know what to look for, but like traditional medical professions, TCM...What Is Chinese Medicine?
Feb 02, 2011
What Is Chinese Medicine? When we are healthy, our body abounds in qi, the force that animates and informs all things. This is the foundation of Traditional Chinese Medicine, or TCM as it is also known.In Australia, Chinese medicine is a system of...TCM for Anaemia
Oct 07, 2010
Anaemia is a common condition caused by a lack of red blood cells, which contain haemoglobin and carry oxygen to the body's organs and tissues, allowing them to function as they should. Because of low iron levels, anaemia can cause fatigue, shortness...Natural Treatments for Anaemia
Oct 07, 2010
Anaemia is a medical condition caused by insufficient red blood cell production. Red blood cells contain an essential protein called haemoglobin, which transports and distributes oxygen throughout the body to help with a variety of bodily functions.TCM for Endometriosis
Sep 30, 2010
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is one of a range of natural therapies utilised to treat a wide range of illness and disease; including endometriosis. Natural therapies are valued for their relative lack of side effects and non-invasive characteristics.TCM and Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
Jul 02, 2010
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is an ancient healing tradition that is increasingly utilised for its ability to treat a wide range of conditions, including Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), otherwise known as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder...TCM and Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Jun 18, 2010
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has a long tradition of healing, and is one of the most well known of the natural therapies or treatments on offer. These are increasingly sought out as an alternative to traditional Western medicine and drug treatments, which...TCM and Osteoporosis
Jun 16, 2010
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is one of an array of natural therapies that are used to treat the numerous ailments and conditions that affect human health, including osteoporosis. It is an area of treatment that is also increasingly studied by the...Effective Herbal Remedies to Help You Quit Smoking
Apr 08, 2010
Quitting smoking could be the smartest decision you ever make, and there are many herbal remedies that can help you kick the cigarette habit for good. No matter how old you are or how long you have been smoking, you will be able to reap the health...What is Auricular Therapy?
Jun 30, 2009
The body comes equipped with its own complex system for healing itself whenever it gets sick. The immune system is a prime example of your body's defense mechanism against foreign antigens or micro-organisms that invade your body. You sneeze or...Health Funds & Natural Therapies
Jan 25, 2009
A private health fund is an insurance company that manages and administers private healthcare plans. Individuals and businesses can choose from a range of private healthcare plans, each with its own set of benefits. For natural therapy services, such...
