Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is an ancient and comprehensive medical system that focuses on maintaining the balance and overall health of the body. TCM views the human body as an organic whole, with close connections between various organs and systems.

One can liken TCM to the art of “body harmonization,” akin to tuning a radio for optimal sound quality.
One of the core concepts of TCM is maintaining balance in “qi, blood, yin, and yang.” TCM believes that the body’s health is closely linked to the balance of these fundamental elements. Qi represents life energy, blood symbolizes nutrients, and yin and yang are relative forces that must remain balanced to maintain health. It’s similar to how people enjoy sunlight in the warm summer but also need warmth in the cold winter. The health of the body is closely tied to these elements.
TCM also emphasizes the body’s innate ability to heal itself and believes that the human body is capable of self-regulation and self-healing. Through adjustments in diet, exercise, massage, and herbal medicine, the body can be brought into balance and symptoms can be relieved.
Common treatment methods in TCM include acupuncture, herbal medicine, massage, and qigong. Acupuncture applies stimulation to specific points to adjust the flow of energy in the body. Herbal medicine uses plant substances to promote the body’s self-healing ability. Massage helps relax muscles and promote blood circulation, while qigong improves the flow of qi and blood through breathing and body posture adjustments. These methods provide the body with a natural form of “maintenance and care,” similar to how the Dutch regularly maintain their bicycles.
Overall, TCM emphasizes overall health and balance, with a focus on prevention and adjustment. According to TCM, maintaining balance in the body is essential for preventing diseases and improving the quality of life.

