Herbal medicine was the primary form of medicine used in the Tang dynasty. Many herbs were used, including ginseng, ginger, cinnamon, and licorice. These herbs were believed to have healing properties and were used to treat a variety of illnesses.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture was another important form of medicine used in the Tang dynasty. Acupuncture involves inserting thin needles into the skin at specific points on the body. It was believed to help with pain, headaches, and other illnesses.
Moxibustion
Moxibustion is a form of therapy that involves burning dried herbs on or near the skin. It was believed to help with pain, headaches, and other illnesses.
Gua Sha
Gua Sha is a form of therapy that involves using a smooth tool to scrape the skin. It was believed to help with pain, headaches, and other illnesses.
Cupping Therapy
Cupping therapy is a form of therapy that involves placing heated cups on the skin. It was believed to help with pain, headaches, and other illnesses.
Pharmacy
The Tang dynasty also saw the development of pharmacy. Pharmacies were established in cities and towns, and they sold a variety of medicines, including herbal medicines, acupuncture needles, and moxibustion herbs.
Medical education: The Tang dynasty established the Imperial Medical Academy, which provided medical education and training to doctors. This helped to improve the quality of medical care and made it more accessible to the general public.