06/07/2025
Embrace Your Wellness Journey with Acupuncture and TCM
In Ethiopia, it’s time to reframe the concept of wellness. Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) offer a holistic health approach, addressing both immediate concerns and long-term well-being.
In my practice, I’ve noticed that myths about TCM hinder its wider use. Let’s challenge these misconceptions:
“Acupuncture is only for pain.”
While effective for back and neck discomfort, it also treats hormonal imbalances, digestive disorders, and stress relief.
“Acupuncture is for sick people only.”
Acupuncture is a powerful preventative tool, boosting immunity, improving sleep, and enhancing vitality.
“Only Chinese doctors practice acupuncture.”
TCM is taught worldwide, and local practitioners are certified in universities across the globe, including Africa.
“Acupuncture needles hurt.”
Acupuncture needles are very thin and cause minimal discomfort. Most people feel a slight tingling or warmth and find the sessions deeply relaxing.
“Wellness is just yoga and massage.”
TCM provides deeper systemic care, regulating hormones, detoxifying organs, and preventing diseases through a holistic approach.
“Acupuncture must cure serious illnesses in one session.”
Healing is a gradual process. Chronic conditions require multiple sessions to see lasting results.
As a TCM doctor and Ethiopia’s first licensed acupuncturist/herbalist, I specialize in hormonal health (PCOS, infertility, IVF), digestive disorders (IBS, acid reflux), and autoimmune. TCM, a millennia-old global practice, offers transformative solutions for chronic conditions and prevention. Let’s pioneer Africa’s wellness revolution together.
