Diagnose, treat, and prevent disorders by stimulating specific acupuncture points within the body using acupuncture needles. May also use cups, nutritional supplements, therapeutic massage, acupressure, and other alternative health therapies.
Dispense herbal formulas and inform patients of dosages and frequencies, treatment duration, possible side effects, and drug interactions.
Educate patients on topics, such as meditation, ergonomics, stretching, exercise, nutrition, the healing process, breathing, or relaxation techniques.
Formulate herbal preparations to treat conditions considering herbal properties, such as taste, toxicity, effects of preparation, contraindications, and incompatibilities.
Treat medical conditions, using techniques such as acupressure, shiatsu, or tuina.
Advise patients on effects of health conditions or treatments.
Evaluate patient outcomes to determine effectiveness of treatments.
Train patients, family members, or caregivers in techniques for managing disabilities or illnesses.