Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine
Traditional way of prevention and treatment
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is one of the oldest systems of medicine in the world. It continues to be accepted by more people in the world due to its efficacy, long-term benefits and minimal side effects. This ancient medicinal philosophy was developed through the observation of nature and the cosmos, rooted in the wisdom of Taoism, the concepts of Yin & Yang, and the 5 Elements of wood, fire, earth, metal and water.
The treatment takes a holistic and balanced approach to heal diseases; restore the Qi, blood, and Yin and Yang balances; strengthen the body’s self-healing ability; and increase vitality. At the same time, TCM also addresses the underlying root causes of health issues to prevent illness.
In TCM, Qi (pronounced “chee”) is the invisible life force that flows throughout one’s body. Meridians are the channel or network through which Qi flows in the body. Blockage of these channels and insufficiency of Qi in the body ultimately cause disease. Additionally, Yin and Yang are the underlying principles of Chinese medicine. They are complementary aspects and good health results from the balance of Yin and Yang.
For more information on TCM, please visit: https://www.nlm.nih.gov/hmd/topics/chinese-traditional/index.html
About Us
Helen Zhao, Master of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, graduated from New England School of Acupuncture at MCPHS (Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Science). Before MCPHS, she spent 3 years in Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine (SHUTCM) for studying Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs. She is a Licensed Acupuncturist and Chinese Herbalist, certified by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine and has a nationally certified Diplomate in Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM).
She believes that human body has the self-healing functions. And Acupuncture is a natural way to revive them, to boost them and to adjust them. Helen also uses adjunctive therapies such as acupressure, cupping, gua sha, moxibustion, electroacupuncture, and herb prescriptions. She is open-minded to many different techniques as long as they are safe and effective. She likes to choose different treatment methods based on each patient's own situation. She treats patients both locally as well as wholistically. She likes to help people who believe acupuncture and herbs are helpful for their well-being.
Conditions
Traditional Chinese Medicine is able to treat a variety of medical problems, including but not limited to: