Chinese Herbal Medicine

What is herbal medicine?

Herbal medicine is a traditional Chinese treatment strategy for a variety of physical and psychological conditions. Acupuncturist are additionally trained to be able to dispense this kind of medicinal herbs in NJ.  People have been using Chinese herbs for centuries to manage existing health issues and prevent new ones from developing.  Traditional Chinese herbal medicine has a strong tradition of disease prevention, unlike much of Western Medicine, that focuses primarily on early detection.

Herbs come from different parts of plants, from the root to the flower or fruiting body.  We maintain a pharmacy on-sit, but we also consult with herbal pharmacies in both NYC and Philadelphia to source herbs for our patients. 

What are some of the most powerful Chinese herbs?

There are many very powerful Chinese herbs used today by  herbalists. Some of the our favorited are listed below:

• Dang Gui
• Huang Qi
• Ren shen
• Huang Bai
• Huang Lian
• Huang Qin 

These herbs can are best when combine with others to form a balanced formula.  This is what really makes the difference between an amateur herbalist and an expert herbalist.  A board certified and licensed herbalist will create a balance formula to treat any medical condition, including PCOS, endometriosis, fibroids, infertility, pain and other hormone imbalances.

When should I consider Chinese herbal medicine?

You might be a candidate for the Chinese herbal medicine services available at Hackensack Family Acupuncture & Wellness if you’re looking to reduce your reliance on medications to relieve pain, inflammation, or other symptoms that lower your quality of life.

You may also benefit from herbal medicine if traditional therapies aren’t working well to control symptoms of acute or chronic health issues.

Your board-certified and licensed doctor of Chinese medicine meets with you by phone or during an online video conference using Zoom. They review your medical history and complete a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) evaluation to assess your needs.

What can I expect during treatment with herbal medicine?

After the assessment, your Hackensack Family Acupuncture & Wellness provider can prescribe the Chinese herbs that meet your needs. They customize a prescription for Chinese herbal medicine and call it into an herbal pharmacy they work with.

Your provider ensures you know how to use herbal medicines correctly to support your health. They may also recommend other treatment strategies like acupuncture, lifestyle adjustments, and nutrition and dietary changes, and offer vitamin and mineral supplements delivered right to your door through Wellevate® online pharmacy.

You can discuss any questions or concerns you have about your use of herbal medicines with your provider. They continue to monitor your progress with the treatment and can adjust it when necessary.

Get in touch to schedule a Chinese herbal medicine free consultation or book an appointment online today.