Recurring Neck and Shoulder Pain? How Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Can Help Effectively

Neck and Shoulder Pain: A Modern Epidemic

Prolonged phone use, desk work, and a sedentary lifestyle can cause your shoulder and neck muscles to stay tense, leading to stiffness, soreness, and pain. If left untreated, it may result in numbness in the hands, migraines, or trouble focusing.

How Does TCM View Neck and Shoulder Pain?

According to TCM theory, neck and shoulder pain is often caused by:

• Invasion of wind, cold, and damp into the meridians, blocking the flow of Qi and blood and causing pain and stiffness

• Liver Qi stagnation and blood deficiency, which deprives the tendons and muscles of nourishment

• Poor posture over time, disrupting balance in the meridians and musculoskeletal system

A TCM practitioner will diagnose your pain based on body constitution, pain location, and characteristics, then customize the treatment accordingly.

TCM Treatment Options

Based on clinical experience, Anxin TCM commonly uses the following therapies to relieve neck and shoulder pain:

1. Acupuncture

Inserting needles at key points such as Fengchi, Jianjing, and Tianzhu to unblock meridians, activate Qi and blood flow, and ease muscular tension.

2. Cupping Therapy

Improves local blood circulation, eliminates cold-dampness, and relieves stiffness—especially effective for those who sit long hours.

3. Moxibustion

Applying warmth via mugwort sticks to invigorate Yang energy, expel cold, and ease pain—ideal for cold-prone body types.

4. Manual Therapy (TCM Bone-Muscle Adjustment)

Hands-on TCM techniques to relax stiff muscles, restore shoulder-head balance, and correct posture-related strain.

Daily Self-Care Tips

• Stand up and move around every 30 minutes at work

• Avoid long periods of looking down at your phone

• Keep your neck warm, especially in air-conditioned rooms or during chilly mornings

• Try applying a warm compress on your neck before bedtime

Final Thoughts: Don't Ignore the Pain—Early Treatment Works Best

If you're experiencing neck and shoulder discomfort, contact Anxin TCM. Through individualized diagnosis and targeted therapy, we help you relieve tension and regain comfort and freedom in your body.

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An Xin TCM
Address: 9, Jalan KPKS 3, Kompleks Perniagaan Kota Syahbandar, 75200 Kota Syahbandar, Melaka (Opposite Restaurant New Lagoon)
Phone: 018-286 5608
Business Hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Daily

Note: This article is intended for health information purposes only. For actual diagnosis and treatment, please consult a licensed TCM practitioner.