(TCM) Traditional Chinese Medicine Treatment Theory

This is a sub-section of our main Conditions Treated with Chinese Medicine page. Below you will find links to the TCM Theory sections as they relate to specific medical conditions. Not all conditions discussed on our site contain information for every section (i.e. tong ren, herbal medicine, etc.). If you do not see a particular condition listed below, see our main Conditions Treated page.

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Our treatment information is separated by body systems or disease groupings as listed below. We encourage you to ask treatment questions, share your experiences and explore options within our forum so that others may benefit from the conversation.


Treatment Information by Body Location/Systems:

  • Bones, Joints and Muscles

  • Brain and Nervous System

  • Digestive System

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

  • Endocrine System (Hormones)

  • Heart and Circulation

  • Kidney and Urinary System

  • Mental Health and Behavior (Psychologial Issues)

  • Women's Health (OB/GYN)



Treatment Information by Specific Diseases:



Note:  Each condition listed has multiple pages discussing related chinese medicine theory, western medical information, and various treatment options. In addition to the main conditions section, we also have our conditions grouped by the following sub-sections: tcm theory, acupuncture protocols, lifestyle factors and self-help options, tam healing and tong ren therapy treatment protocols, herbal medicine treatment guides




Theory/Treatment Texts:


cover of Between Heaven and Earth cover of The Foundations of Chinese Medicine: A Comprehensive Text for Acupuncturists and Herbalists. Second cover of The Web That Has No Weaver : Understanding Chinese Medicine cover of Fundamentals of Chinese Medicine