Traditional Asian Medicine

Traditional Asian medicine is a broad term that describes medical practices that originated in Asia. Researchers believe that this practice has been around for over 2000 years. Herbal medicine and acupuncture are two forms of traditional Asian medicine that are still widely used today. Acupuncture is a practice that involves inserting needles in the skin and is used to treat pain, disease and infertility. Herbal medicine is a practice that uses herbs and plant extracts to treat disease and promote good health. Traditional Asian medicine is also referred to as alternative medicine in the western world.