What Kind of Practices Does tcm Use? Several. They include:

• Acupuncture: very fine needles placed gently in the skin

• Cupping: heated cups that create suction on your skin

• Herbs: teas, powders, and capsules made mostly from plants

• Meditation: a way to sit quietly and calm your mind

• Moxibustion: dried herbs burned near the skin

• Tai chi: exercise with slow movements and focus on the breath

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