Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a system of natural health care
originating in ancient China more than 2,500 years ago.
It is a highly systematic practice consisting of five distinctive branches,
all of which are premised under an integrated theoretical, etiological,
and diagnostic foundation.
Each modality delivers a unique aspect of health care reflecting the
cornerstone of health…, harmony and balance between mind, body
and spirit.
- Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine (TCM)
- Acupuncture
- Massage (Shiatsu, Acupressure, Tui Na)
- Dietary therapy
- Exercise therapy (Qi Gong)
The most common modalities practiced today are Acupuncture,
Shiatsu Massage and Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine.
Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine (TCM)
The extensive literary tradition of Chinese Herbal Medicine began in
the later Han Dynasty (25-220 A.D.) with the Devine Husbandman’s
Classic of the Materia Medica (Shen Nong Ben Cao Jing), also known
as The Classic of the Materia Medica.
A rich collection of classics have accumulated over the ensuing
centuries, leading to the development of a health treasure which is
increasingly becoming realized by the west.
The traditional Chinese materia medica consists of over 300 commonly
used substances and more than 200 formulas. Considered the most
involved of all the branches of TCM, Chinese herbal medicine has a
wide scope of practice which includes specialties such as, gynecology
(women's health), dermatology, internal medicine and pediatrics.
Keith Camacho
Keith began his journey with TCM as a shiatsu massage therapist in
1985, following a 200 hr certificate course with Tet Saito at The Shiatsu
Center (Toronto).
In 1988 he graduated from Kikkawa College and obtained a massage
therapy licence (RMT) from the College of Massage Therapists of
Ontario CMTO. He practiced at the Shiatsu Center until 1999 as a
massage therapist with a focus on traditional oriental concepts.
In 2000 Keith began studies in acupuncture and Traditional Chinese
Herbal Medicine at the International College of Traditional Chinese
Medicine of Vancouver BC.
He obtained provincial licences for acupuncture (RAc) and Traditional
Chinese Herbal Medicine (RTCMP) from the College of Traditional
Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of BC (CTCMA) in
2003 and 2005.
Presently, Keith practices at Gibvey Clinic & High Park Physiotherapy
and Orthopedic Clinic in Toronto integrating massage therapy with
acupuncture, shiatsu, and TCM herbs in his practice to address the
needs of his patients.
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