Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) consists of a range of practices originating in China.   TCM theory asserts that processes of the human body are interrelated and in constant interaction with the environment, and that signs of disharmony help practitioners to understand, treat and prevent illness and disease. The Cancer Partnership offers:

• Acupuncture
• Acupressure (needle-less)
• Self massage

Acupuncture is a technique of inserting and manipulating filiform needles into "acupuncture points" on the body with the aim of restoring health and well-being, e.g. treating pain and diseases.