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The development of traditional Chinese medicine

Year: 2021

Type: article

Abstract: Similar to other medicines, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) originated from the need for various practical solutions to treat diseases. It is a knowledge system summarized and condensed by the Chinese nation in the health care practice for thousands of years. TCM continues to serve the health care system. This study summarized the history, health concept, main treatment strategies and methods, current development, and future perspectives of TCM. It may provide a more comprehensive image of the overall TCM system.

Source: Journal of Traditional Chinese Medical Sciences

DOI: 10.1016/j.jtcms.2021.11.002

Authors: Danning Ma, Shanshan Wang, Yu Shi, Shenglou Ni, Minke Tang, Anlong Xu

Institution: Beijing University of Chinese Medicine

Language: English

Topic: Traditional Chinese Medicine Studies

Subfield: Complementary and alternative medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,400