https://www.123articleonline.com/rss/author/232310/duncan-mcgechieArticles written by Duncan McGechie from 123ArticleOnline.comen-usCopyright (c) 123ArticleOnline.com All rights reserved. https://www.123articleonline.com/articles/1120123/a-look-at-the-uses-of-traditional-chinese-medicine Traditional Chinese medicine has been practiced for at least 4,500 years and quite possibly longer. The Chinese believe that there are two opposing forces in the body called yin and yang, and if these become out of balance, ill health will result. TCM aims to restore the balance. https://www.123articleonline.com/articles/1162248/acupunture-therapies-in-north-london Increasingly, mainstream doctors and medical institutions are accepting the practice of acupuncture, particularly for treatment of pain and nausea. This treatment which is inspired by ancient Chinese medicine is also said to help anxiety, stress and help with certain diseases. https://www.123articleonline.com/articles/1169894/infertility-in-the-west-is-becoming-an-increasing-problem Infertility is becoming an increasing problem worldwide, but especially in the West. Not only are women becoming infertile, but sperm counts have been dropping steadily in men, and according to a study carried out at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem they are currently falling at a rate of 1.4% every year. Scientists do not understand the reasons for this. https://www.123articleonline.com/articles/1120128/myofascial-release-can-help-with-many-types-of-pain-in-the-body The fascia is a connective 3D web of tissue that extends through the whole of the body. It is composed of two main fibres which are collagen and elastin, and they provide strength and flexibility which allow the body to move safely and without pain. https://www.123articleonline.com/articles/1125174/some-of-the-principles-of-traditional-chinese-medicine Traditional Chinese medicine has been practiced for at least 2,500 years and includes acupuncture, qi gong, tui na, dietary therapies, and a large number of herbal medicines. One of the principles of Chinese medicine is that of qi, or the flow of energy through the body. https://www.123articleonline.com/articles/1114255/sports-injuries-are-not-suffered-only-by-those-taking-part-in-sport Whether you are a professional sportsman or woman, or simply an amateur who enjoys sport, there is always the danger of suffering from injuries. In the case of contact sports, these may seem obvious, but there are many other sports which might seem gentle but can also cause injury. https://www.123articleonline.com/articles/1175619/stress-is-a-major-problem-in-the-21st-century A major problem in the Western world in the 21st century is stress. Many people suffer from it and it is known to be behind many different illnesses. Stress can attack anybody for any reason, such as money worries, health problems, work problems, relationship problems, and many more. https://www.123articleonline.com/articles/1165109/the-difference-between-chinese-and-western-acupuncture Acupuncture is an incredibly popular treatment method today, used for many different purposes and carried out by a range of medical and wellness centres with qualified staff. But what is it and how does it differ to traditional Chinese medicine? https://www.123articleonline.com/articles/1175641/the-rapid-spread-of-acupuncture-in-the-western-world Chinese acupuncture dates from the Shang Dynasty in China which was from 1600 BC to 1100 BC, so it has been around for many long years. However, it only sprang to prominence in the West in 1971 when a New York Times journalist required an appendectomy while in the country, and acupuncture was used to hasten his recovery. He subsequently wrote an article about it. https://www.123articleonline.com/articles/1158824/the-thinking-behind-sports-massage-in-london Many people in the UK take part in sports and very often on a regular basis. Any type of sport has an element of competition in which the aim is to come out on top and be the winner. Some sports only require minimal physical effort, but others require considerable exertion which can lead to bodily injuries. https://www.123articleonline.com/articles/1114256/the-varying-techniques-that-are-used-in-sports-massage Athletes around the world will testify that a sports massage has many benefits and indeed many professional sports teams keep a massage therapist on their payroll. However, there is not a lot of research which has been published and some of what there is has reached mixed conclusions. https://www.123articleonline.com/articles/1169891/understanding-chinese-medicine-in-london Traditional Chinese Medicine has been used in China for some thousands of years, but only now is gaining recognition in the West. There are a number of different modalities involved, including acupuncture, Chinese herbs, Chinese nutrition, tui na massage, cupping, and moxibustion. https://www.123articleonline.com/articles/1162229/what-is-acupuncture Acupuncture is the practice derived from Chinese traditional medicine that involves penetrating the skin with thin, solid, metallic needles. Depending on the placement and method, these needles are activated through specific movements to induce stimulation in the patient's body, ultimately impacting their health in various ways. https://www.123articleonline.com/articles/1158801/what-is-stress-and-how-do-you-handle-it At its' most basic, stress is very useful to us, producing, as it does, the 'fight or flight' mechanism that enables us to deal with danger. From that point of view, stress is welcome. However, it can also have serious long-term effects on our overall daily lives. https://www.123articleonline.com/articles/1165084/what-is-stress-and-how-to-treat-it We all suffer from stress sometimes, but not many of us know exactly what it is and the impact it has on our bodies. Furthermore, it is little known how exactly stress can be treated.