What is Traditional Chinese Medicine?
Used for over 3,000 years to treat a wide range of health issues, Traditional Chinese Medicine, or TCM for short, is an age-old medical system that promotes the body's ability to heal itself by restoring balance and harmony within it rather than just treating the symptoms. TCM is an umbrella term for a broad range of therapeutic methods, including acupuncture, herbal medicine, Chinese massage, dietary therapy, tai chi, qi gong and moxibustion, which are used to identify, treat and prevent diseases.
What Conditions Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help With?
A TCM practitioner treats the underlying cause of illness by regulating qi (also known as life force energy) and promoting circulation in order to support the body's innate healing process. This is precisely the reason that people who want to avoid the side effects of conventional medicine are drawn to TCM treatments. They are effective for a wide range of conditions, including:
- Diabetes
- Common cold and flu
- Kidney disease
- Arthritis
- Hyperthyroidism
- Headaches
- Hormonal imbalances
- Heart disease
- PCOS
- Psoriasis and other skin conditions
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Gout
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Cirrhosis and other liver conditions
- Multiple sclerosis
- Cancer
- Parkinson's disease
What is the Cost of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Glen Waverley?
The cost of a TCM consultation in Glen Waverley varies according to the service provided, the length of your treatment, and the practitioner. Acupuncture sessions, for example, can range from $30 to $90. You may spend between $5 and $70 on herbal medicine depending on the amount and type of herbs prescribed. TCM services available online are usually cheaper.
How Many Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners are Based in Glen Waverley?
As of 2021, there are 1,288 TCM practitioners registered with the Chinese Medicine Board of Australia in Glen Waverley and other parts of Victoria. Nearly 60% of them are females, and the majority own their own clinics, though some work in acupuncture clinics, chiropractic clinics and energy healing centres.
How Many People in Glen Waverley Use Traditional Chinese Medicine?
Our research shows that more than half of Glen Waverley's population consults a TCM practitioner and uses acupuncture and Chinese massage. The use of TCM is growing rapidly not only in this region but throughout the country. According to a 2016 article, the number of TCM users in Australia has increased by 12% since 2013, indicating that more people are turning to the modality for treatment.
