Taiwanese
Taiwanese (Medicine)
Taiwanese (pronunciation: /taɪˈwɑːniːz/) refers to anything related to Taiwan, including its medical practices, traditions, and advancements.
Etymology
The term "Taiwanese" is derived from "Taiwan," the name of the island country located in East Asia. The word "Taiwan" itself is believed to be of Austronesian origin, meaning "people from the sea."
Taiwanese Medicine
Taiwanese medicine is a blend of traditional Chinese medicine Traditional Chinese Medicine, Western medicine Western Medicine, and indigenous Taiwanese practices. It includes a wide range of practices, such as acupuncture Acupuncture, herbal medicine Herbal Medicine, moxibustion Moxibustion, and Tui na Tui Na.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture is a form of treatment that involves inserting very thin needles through a person's skin at specific points on the body, to various depths. It is a key component of traditional Chinese medicine and is often used for pain relief.
Herbal Medicine
Herbal medicine, also known as herbalism or botanical medicine, is a medical system based on the use of plants or plant extracts that may be eaten or applied to the skin. In Taiwanese medicine, herbal remedies are often used in conjunction with other treatments like acupuncture.
Moxibustion
Moxibustion is a traditional Chinese medicine therapy which consists of burning dried mugwort on particular points on the body. It plays an important role in the traditional medical systems of China, Japan, Korea, Vietnam, and Mongolia.
Tui Na
Tui na is a form of Chinese manipulative therapy often used in conjunction with acupuncture, moxibustion, fire cupping, Chinese herbalism, and qigong.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Taiwanese
- Wikipedia's article - Taiwanese
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