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TCM Post-Surgery Recovery

中医术后康复

Duration

2-6 weeks post-surgery program

Recovery

Accelerates surgical recovery by 20-40%

$

Savings

~70% vs US

Price Comparison
China$300 - $1,200
$750
United States$1,000 - $4,000
$2,500
Save approximately 70%

Average savings compared to US prices

About This Treatment

Integrated TCM recovery programs designed to accelerate healing after surgery through acupuncture, herbal medicine, dietary therapy, and gentle movement practices. Chinese hospitals increasingly offer TCM rehabilitation departments that work alongside surgical teams to reduce pain, prevent complications, and restore function faster than conventional recovery alone.

Procedure Steps
1

Post-operative TCM Assessment

Evaluation of the patient's post-surgical condition, identifying qi and blood deficiency patterns, stagnation, and specific recovery needs based on surgery type.

Duration: 30-45 minutes
2

Recovery Herbal Protocol

Prescribing blood-tonifying and qi-replenishing herbal formulas to support wound healing, reduce swelling, prevent blood stasis, and rebuild strength after surgery.

Duration: Dispensed same day
3

Acupuncture Recovery Sessions

Gentle acupuncture to manage pain without opioids, reduce swelling, improve circulation to the surgical site, and address post-anesthesia side effects like nausea.

Duration: 30 minutes per session, 2-3x weekly
4

Nutritional Therapy & Movement

Stage-appropriate dietary therapy with healing soups and foods, progressing to gentle Qigong exercises as recovery allows to restore mobility and prevent adhesions.

Duration: Ongoing throughout recovery
Benefits
  • Reduces post-operative pain and opioid dependence
  • Accelerates wound healing and reduces scarring
  • Prevents common complications like constipation and insomnia
  • Restores energy and appetite faster than standard recovery
Considerations
  • Must be coordinated with surgical team to avoid interactions
  • Acupuncture should avoid areas near surgical incisions initially
  • Some herbs may affect blood clotting — timing is important
  • Not a replacement for prescribed post-operative medications

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.