Traditional Chinese Medicine(TCM), of which Chinese herbs are one branch, is concerned with maintaining or regaining balance among the body's energies. Specific herbs for depression are used to help move Qi (the energetic life-force) so that it flows naturally and does not encounter stagnant patches around the body (in depression stagnation is most often found in the chest and liver.)
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Traditional Chinese Medicine(TCM), of which Chinese herbs are one branch, is concerned with maintaining or regaining balance among the body's energies. Specific herbs for depression are used to help move Qi (the energetic life-force) so that it flows naturally and does not encounter stagnant patches around the body (in depression stagnation is most often found in the chest and liver.)
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One pilot study using Chinese herbs alone found that 100% of the participants obtained some decrease in their depression symptoms1. However, many TCM practitioners will use herbal treatment in conjunction with acupuncture and dietary changes as part of the depression treatment regime. It is important to inform your practitioner(s) of all medicines you are taking so as to avert the side effects of any drug/herb interactions.
The actions of Chinese herbs will not be as immediate, direct or usually as specific as medications. The following are some of the medicinal properties of the most commonly prescribed herbal medicine combinations that are used to treat migraine headache in Chinese herbal medicine formula. For a migraine sufferer with severe pain, a frequency of 2 or more times per month, audio-visual disturbances, sleep disturbances, and possible renal or primary hypertension:
The medicinal actions of herbs are very similar to the medical approach, however there are fewer side-effects associated with the use of Chinese herbal medicine. When trying Chinese herbal medicine, it is important to establish a relationship between your Chinese herbal medicine and primary care providers. Chinese herbal medicines are very targeted and potent and can make your migraine medications more active and work better by increasing their potency in your body. Therefore, they should only be taken under medical supervision with careful observation and appropriate adjustment of medication dosages as determined by your health care provider.
Chinese herbs are usually prescribed by the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) physician after thorough pattern discrimination and diagnosis determining the cause of the migraine headaches has been made. Then, a “formula” or combination of herbs is given to the migraine patient that addresses the cause and the symptoms of their migraine headaches.
Some states, such as Florida, Arizona, Texas and California license doctors of Traditional Chinese Medicine who practice Chinese herbal medicine as primary care providers, although they do not have a DEA license to prescribe medications.
The actions of Chinese herbs will not be as immediate, direct or usually as specific as medications. The following are some of the medicinal properties of the most commonly prescribed herbal medicine combinations that are used to treat migraine headache in Chinese herbal medicine formula. For a migraine sufferer with severe pain, a frequency of 2 or more times per month, audio-visual disturbances, sleep disturbances, and possible renal or primary hypertension:
The medicinal actions of herbs are very similar to the medical approach, however there are fewer side-effects associated with the use of Chinese herbal medicine. When trying Chinese herbal medicine, it is important to establish a relationship between your Chinese herbal medicine and primary care providers. Chinese herbal medicines are very targeted and potent and can make your migraine medications more active and work better by increasing their potency in your body. Therefore, they should only be taken under medical supervision with careful observation and appropriate adjustment of medication dosages as determined by your health care provider.
The actions of Chinese herbs will not be as immediate, direct or usually as specific as medications. The following are some of the medicinal properties of the most commonly prescribed herbal medicine combinations that are used to treat migraine headache in Chinese herbal medicine formula. For a migraine sufferer with severe pain, a frequency of 2 or more times per month, audio-visual disturbances, sleep disturbances, and possible renal or primary hypertension:
The medicinal actions of herbs are very similar to the medical approach, however there are fewer side-effects associated with the use of Chinese herbal medicine. When trying Chinese herbal medicine, it is important to establish a relationship between your Chinese herbal medicine and primary care providers. Chinese herbal medicines are very targeted and potent and can make your migraine medications more active and work better by increasing their potency in your body. Therefore, they should only be taken under medical supervision with careful observation and appropriate adjustment of medication dosages as determined by your health care provider. Some states, such as Florida, Arizona, Texas and California license doctors of Traditional Chinese Medicine who practice Chinese herbal medicine as primary care providers, although they do not have a DEA license to prescribe medications.
Chinese herbal medicine has thousands of scientific studies and research to support its use for many diseases including migraines. The actions of Chinese herbs will not be as immediate, direct or usually as specific as medications. The following are some of the medicinal properties of the most commonly prescribed herbal medicine combinations that are used to treat migraine headache in Chinese herbal medicine formula. For a migraine sufferer with severe pain, a frequency of 2 or more times per month, audio-visual disturbances, sleep disturbances, and possible renal or primary hypertension:
The medicinal actions of herbs are very similar to the medical approach, however there are fewer side-effects associated with the use of Chinese herbal medicine. When trying Chinese herbal medicine, it is important to establish a relationship between your Chinese herbal medicine and primary care providers. Chinese herbal medicines are very targeted and potent and can make your migraine medications more active and work better by increasing their potency in your body. Therefore, they should only be taken under medical supervision with careful observation and appropriate adjustment of medication dosages as determined by your health care provider.
