Chinese Medicine is a unique medical system with written history that traces back more than 2,000 Years and that has been practiced even longer. Chinese medicine acknowledges that there is a vital life force called qi* that flows through all things. Qi flows along pathways in the human body that correspond to the organs, muscular system and nervous system. When the balance of this energy is disturbed due to poor diet, medication, stress, hereditary conditions, environmental factors or emotional issues, pain or illness results. Chinese Medicine focuses on correcting these imbalances and stimulating the body’s natural ability to heal itself. Today, Chinese Medicine is used for preventative care, health maintenance and the treatment of certain diseases.