Complementary Medicine
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Our Complementary Services Include
- A wide range of nutraceutical products, including joint supplements, probiotics, and antioxidants.
- Laser therapy to assist with conditions such as orthopedic injuries, arthritis, and wound management.
- Acupuncture for pain management and to support a broad spectrum of metabolic diseases and physiological imbalances.
- Chinese herbal and nutritional consultations.
- Introduction to Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM).
Our Complementary Services Include
- A wide range of nutraceutical products, including joint supplements, probiotics, and antioxidants.
- Laser therapy to assist with conditions such as orthopedic injuries, arthritis, and wound management.
- Acupuncture for pain management and to support a broad spectrum of metabolic diseases and physiological imbalances.
- Chinese herbal and nutritional consultations.
- Introduction to Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM).
Understanding Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM)
Traditional Chinese veterinary medicine (TCVM) is a comprehensive system of thought and practice that has been developed over two millennia. It is based on the concept of achieving balance through various modalities, such as acupuncture, herbal medicine, massage, food therapy, and Qigong. Both Western and Eastern medicine share the common goals of promoting health and preventing and treating disease, although they employ different methods.
Western medicine emphasizes control and mechanistic approaches, while Eastern medicine focuses on the importance of balance. In TCVM, diagnosis is made through recognizing “patterns” indicative of imbalances within the body. The ultimate goal of therapy is to restore this balance.
To achieve this balance, it’s crucial to understand the relationships between the organs, nutritive substances, blood, and energetic substances known as Qi. All structures and functions in the body are characterized by Yin or Yang properties. The Yin-Yang theory is fundamental to understanding the TCVM model.
The balance between Yin and Yang functions is essential for maintaining health. Yin and Yang describe complementary opposites; Yin cools the body, nourishes, moistens organs and tissues, and provides rest, whereas Yang warms, transports fluids, transforms food, holds blood and body fluids, and provides energy and activity. These qualities are understood only in relation to one another; for instance, one cannot comprehend coolness without some knowledge of warmth.
Even as opposites, Yin and Yang are interdependent. Both our bodies and our environment undergo constant change, necessitating a dynamic Yin-Yang balance. An imbalance, whether internal or external, can lead to recognizable patterns and ultimately, disease.
For further information or to schedule an appointment with our compassionate team, please contact us at (657) 756-5683 or visit our website at Love.vet.
Understanding Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM)
Traditional Chinese veterinary medicine (TCVM) is a comprehensive system of thought and practice that has been developed over two millennia. It is based on the concept of achieving balance through various modalities, such as acupuncture, herbal medicine, massage, food therapy, and Qigong. Both Western and Eastern medicine share the common goals of promoting health and preventing and treating disease, although they employ different methods.
Western medicine emphasizes control and mechanistic approaches, while Eastern medicine focuses on the importance of balance. In TCVM, diagnosis is made through recognizing “patterns” indicative of imbalances within the body. The ultimate goal of therapy is to restore this balance.
To achieve this balance, it’s crucial to understand the relationships between the organs, nutritive substances, blood, and energetic substances known as Qi. All structures and functions in the body are characterized by Yin or Yang properties. The Yin-Yang theory is fundamental to understanding the TCVM model.
The balance between Yin and Yang functions is essential for maintaining health. Yin and Yang describe complementary opposites; Yin cools the body, nourishes, moistens organs and tissues, and provides rest, whereas Yang warms, transports fluids, transforms food, holds blood and body fluids, and provides energy and activity. These qualities are understood only in relation to one another; for instance, one cannot comprehend coolness without some knowledge of warmth.
Even as opposites, Yin and Yang are interdependent. Both our bodies and our environment undergo constant change, necessitating a dynamic Yin-Yang balance. An imbalance, whether internal or external, can lead to recognizable patterns and ultimately, disease.
For further information or to schedule an appointment with our compassionate team, please contact us at (657) 756-5683 or visit our website at Love.vet.
