



Jack Chan TCM clinic
Traditional Chinese Medicine for modern times
Michael Christopherson
BSc (Hons) Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture

Alternatives to Acupuncture: Moxibustion!
Alternatives to Acupuncture in Chinese Medicine - Moxibustion! Traditional Chinese Medicine or TCM comprises a range of treatment...

Alternatives to Acupuncture: Gua Sha!
Alternatives to Acupuncture in Chinese Medicine: Gua Sha! What is Gua Sha? The TCM practitioner uses a round edged object (traditionally...

Alternatives to Acupuncture in Chinese Medicine: Electro-acupuncture!
Alternatives to Acupuncture in Chinese Medicine: Electro-acupuncture! Hang on a sec - how is that an alternative to acupuncture? Ok yes,...

Chinese Cupping - What's it all about?
We've all seen the photos of celebrities and sportspeople with red circles on their backs after having cupping - why do they put their...

Can acupuncture treat insomnia?
Are you desperate for a decent night of sleep? Insomnia is a common symptom of stress and anxiety but occasionally it occurs on its own...

Can acupuncture prevent winter colds?
Can acupuncture prevent colds during the winter? We've all met someone who seems to stay well all year round, rarely getting even a short...

What is Yin/Yang? Which one am I?
What is Yin-Yang in Chinese Medicine? The Yin-Yang symbol is widely recognised in Traditional Chinese Medicine, but what does it...

What is Chi? How does acupuncture influence it?
Chi or Qi in simple terms is a person's energy, their life force. The man in the photo is practising Tai Chi - he is drawing in Chi from...

What is Traditional Chinese Medicine?
Traditional Chinese Medicine or TCM is an ancient healing art used in China to restore, maintain and improve health. Its origins in China...

Are you needlephobic?
Many clients are apprehensive about their first acupuncture session. This is understandable - nobody likes needles after all! However...











