- 2-4 weeks per course of treatment
- No recovery needed; gradual improvement over weeks
- 76%
China versus the U.S.
- China clinical rate
- $100 – $500
- $300
- United States
- $500 – $2,000
- $1,250
- You save
- ~76%
- $950 per procedure
Prices are approximate ranges. Actual cost depends on hospital, surgeon, materials, and case complexity.
What the procedure involves.
Personalized traditional Chinese medicine herbal prescriptions tailored to individual constitutional patterns and health conditions. China is the birthplace and world center of TCM herbal medicine, with practitioners drawing on thousands of years of refined clinical experience. Patients receive custom formulations using authenticated, quality-tested herbs from specialized TCM pharmacies.
Step by step.
TCM Diagnostic Assessment
Comprehensive four-pillar diagnosis including pulse reading (28 pulse types), tongue examination, inquiry about symptoms and lifestyle, and observation of complexion and constitution.
Pattern Identification & Formula Design
The practitioner identifies the underlying pattern (syndrome differentiation) and selects an appropriate classical or modified herbal formula, typically containing 8-15 herbs.
Herbal Preparation & Dispensing
Herbs are weighed, quality-checked, and dispensed either as raw herbs for decoction, concentrated granules, or pre-prepared packets from the TCM pharmacy.
Follow-up & Formula Adjustment
Regular follow-up visits (typically weekly) to assess response, modify the formula based on changing symptoms, and track progress toward health goals.
- Personalized treatment addressing root causes, not just symptoms
- Drawing on 2,000+ years of clinical refinement
- Access to authentic, high-quality medicinal herbs
- Can complement Western medical treatments effectively
- Some herbs may interact with Western medications
- Quality varies between pharmacies — use hospital-affiliated dispensaries
- Taste and preparation of raw herbs can be challenging
- Effects are gradual and may take weeks to manifest
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Prices shown are approximate ranges for reference only. Actual costs vary by hospital, complexity, and individual patient needs. Always consult with healthcare professionals for medical decisions.