Welcome to Tong Acupuncture & Herbs
Guiding your journey to true healing and well-being
“In health there is freedom. Health is the first of all liberties” – Henri Frederic Amiel
Balance Your Body, Revitalize Your Health
- Acupuncture
- Chinese Herbal Medicine
- Cupping & Moxibustion Therapy
- Stress & Pain Management through Meditation
How does Acupuncture Work?
Acupuncture is founded on the understanding that Qi (vital energy) circulates through a network of channels known as meridians, which connect the body’s organs and systems into a unified whole. When the flow of Qi becomes obstructed, deficient, or excessive, physiological harmony is disturbed, manifesting as pain or illness. By inserting fine, sterile needles into specific acupoints along these meridians, acupuncture seeks to restore the smooth and balanced movement of Qi, regulate Yin and Yang, and harmonize the visceral functions of the body.
The classical axiom “Bul Tong Zuk Tong, Tong Zuk Bul Tong” — “Where there is no flow, there is pain; where there is flow, there is no pain” — encapsulates the Taoist principle that health is the expression of unobstructed circulation, while disease arises from stagnation. This concept extends beyond the physical to encompass emotional and spiritual blockages, reflecting the holistic view that body, mind, and spirit are interdependent aspects of one continuum.
How does Chinese Herbal Medicine Work?
Traditional Chinese Medicinal practitioners treat patients based on the procedure of 이.법.방.약.( 理法方藥 ), translated as Principles, Methods, Prescriptions, and Medicines, or alternatively as Theory, Techniques, Formulas, and Herbs.” They most often use two or more substances in Chinese medicinal formulations to create a balanced, synergistic effect that reflects the holistic nature of the diagnosis.
Who can take herbal remedies?
Chinese herbal remedies can be taken by a wide range of people, but they should be prescribed and customized by a licensed practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to ensure they are safe and effective for each individual.
- Elderly
- Pregnant and Breastfeeding Women
- Patients with Chronic Conditions
- Athletes
- Individuals with Emotional or Mental Health Issues
- Individuals seeking preventative care
Forms of Herbal Remedies
- Teas/Decoctions: The most traditional form of Chinese herbal medicine, where herbs are boiled in water to make a strong tea.
- Powders and Capsules: Pre-prepared powdered herbs that can be mixed with water or taken in capsule form for convenience.
- Pills: Ready-made pills consisting of powdered herbs, often used for chronic conditions.
