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預防勝於治療 – 治未病: 未病先防、已病防變

Health preservation is an idea from traditional chinese medicine that teaches practical ways of preventing illness and maintaining good health throughout one’s life.

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Ge-Gen

Ge-Gen 葛根, the root of Pueraria lobata (Willd.) Ohwi, a perennial liana in the family Leguminosae, is used as traditional Chinese...

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Improving Circulation

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What is the lifespan of cells?

The lifespan of a cell varies widely depending on the type of cell, the organism it belongs to, and its function. Here are some general...

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Understand Phototherapy treatment

The effectiveness of phototherapy, including the depth to which light penetrates tissues, depends on the specific wavelength of light...

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Light and Photon Therapy

Light therapy and photon therapy are terms that are often used interchangeably to refer to treatments that use specific wavelengths of...

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Ultrasound Therapy

Ultrasound therapy, which involves the use of ultrasound waves for therapeutic purposes, is a common modality used in physical therapy...

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Depth of Laser

The depth to which a laser penetrates the skin depends on several factors, including the type of laser, its wavelength, and the specific...

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Dry needling is not the same as acupuncture.

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) acupuncture and medical acupuncture are two different approaches to the use of needles in healthcare....

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What is dry needling?

Dry needling is a technique that involves the insertion of thin needles into the skin and muscle tissue to treat trigger points, which...

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How is TCM acupuncture different from medical acupuncture (dry needling)?

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) acupuncture and medical acupuncture are two different approaches to the use of needles in healthcare....

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Collagen and Muscular System

How does collagen play a role in muscular system? Collagen is an important structural protein that is found in various tissues throughout...

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Collagen and Blood Formation (indirect)

Collagen does not play a direct role in blood formation, but it is an important component of the bone marrow microenvironment where blood...

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Collagen and Bone Structure

Collagen is an important component of bones and is necessary for their strength, flexibility, and overall structure. In fact, collagen...

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Collagen declines as we age?

What does our body's natural production of collagen decline? Our body's natural production of collagen declines for several reasons,...

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What is collagen?

Collagen is a protein that is found throughout the body, including in the skin, bones, tendons, ligaments, and cartilage. It provides...

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How does moxibustion help with joint pain and recovery?

Moxibustion is a Traditional Chinese Medicine therapy that involves burning mugwort, a small spongy herb, to stimulate specific...

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What is Yin Yang energy?

In traditional Chinese philosophy, Yin Yang is a concept that describes how seemingly opposing or contrasting forces are actually...

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What is GuaSha? What do I need to know about GuaSha?

Gua sha (pronounced gwah-shah) is a traditional healing technique that is commonly used in Traditional Chinese Medicine. The term "gua...

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What do I need to know after my acupuncture appointment?

After your acupuncture appointment, there are a few things you can do to help optimize the benefits of your treatment and ensure your...

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How do I prepare for my acupuncture appointment?

Before your acupuncture appointment, there are a few things you should know to help you prepare and make the most of your experience:...