Traditional Chinese Medicine Program
中医诊疗
Duration
1-4 weeks per course of treatment
Recovery
Minimal — treatments are generally non-invasive
Savings
~60% vs US
Average savings compared to US prices
Experience authentic Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) at its source, in hospitals and clinics with centuries of heritage. China offers comprehensive TCM programs combining acupuncture, herbal medicine, tuina therapeutic massage, cupping, moxibustion, and tai chi for conditions including chronic pain, digestive disorders, stress, insomnia, and rehabilitation. Chengdu, Beijing, and Guangzhou are top destinations for TCM medical tourism, with programs ranging from single consultations to multi-week residential wellness retreats.
TCM Diagnostic Consultation
A licensed TCM practitioner performs a comprehensive assessment using the four diagnostic methods: observation (wang), auscultation and olfaction (wen), inquiry (wen), and palpation including tongue and pulse diagnosis (qie). This holistic evaluation identifies patterns of disharmony according to TCM theory.
Duration: 1-2 hoursPersonalized Treatment Plan
Based on the diagnosis, the practitioner creates an individualized treatment plan that may include acupuncture, custom herbal formulas, tuina massage, cupping, moxibustion, dietary therapy, and qigong exercises. The plan is explained in detail with translated documentation.
Duration: 30 minutesAcupuncture & Physical Therapies
Treatments begin with acupuncture sessions targeting specific meridian points, often combined with cupping therapy to improve circulation and moxibustion to warm and invigorate energy flow. Electro-acupuncture may be used for pain management. Sessions are typically daily or every other day.
Duration: 45-90 minutes per sessionHerbal Medicine & Dietary Guidance
Custom herbal formulas are prepared at the hospital pharmacy, either as traditional decoctions, concentrated granules, or pills for convenience. The practitioner provides detailed dietary recommendations based on TCM food therapy principles to support the treatment.
Duration: Ongoing throughout treatment courseProgress Review & Home Program
At the end of the treatment course, the practitioner reviews progress, adjusts the herbal formula if needed, and provides a home maintenance program including herbal prescriptions, exercise recommendations (tai chi, qigong), dietary guidelines, and acupressure self-care techniques that can be continued at home.
Duration: 1 hour- Experience authentic TCM at world-renowned institutions with centuries of heritage
- 60-80% cost savings compared to TCM treatments in Western countries
- Holistic approach treating the root cause, not just symptoms
- Non-invasive treatments with minimal side effects
- Can be combined with Western medical treatments for integrative care
- Opportunity to learn tai chi, qigong, and TCM dietary practices
- TCM diagnoses may not correspond directly to Western medical conditions
- Herbal medicine quality varies — always use hospital pharmacies or certified suppliers
- Some herbal ingredients may interact with Western medications — disclose all medicines
- Results may take time and multiple sessions to become apparent
- Language barriers may affect the depth of the diagnostic consultation
- Not a substitute for emergency or acute Western medical care
Prices shown are approximate ranges for reference only. Actual costs vary by hospital, complexity, and individual patient needs. Always consult with healthcare professionals for medical decisions.