When the flow of Qi is unimpeded, there is harmony, balance, and good health. When there are blockages of Qi, or too much or too little Qi, the imbalance can lead to pain and chronic or acute illness. TCM helps to correct not only the symptom, but also the cause behind the symptom.
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They are combined into formulas that are specifically prepared to correct the imbalance diagnosed. Dried, ground herbs are often added to warm water, and taken as tea. Drake Criswell , D.T.C.M., Lic. He did undergraduate work in social and biological sciences at North Carolina State University. Mr. Criswell is certified by the National Commission for Certification of Acupuncturists, is licensed by the state of North Carolina, and is a member of the American Association of Oriental Medicine.