treatment comparison - Tongren Tang

Compare Treatments

TCM vs Conventional Treatment
Comparison Tool

Set your priorities and condition severity. We’ll show you which treatment approach scores highest for your situation.

Your Treatment Priorities

Rate how important each factor is to you (1 = low, 5 = high)

Cost Sensitivity 3

LowHigh

Recovery Speed 3

LowHigh

Minimal Side Effects 3

LowHigh

Long-term Results 3

LowHigh

Non-Invasiveness 3

LowHigh

Current Condition Severity

Mild Recent onset, manageable discomfort Moderate Several months, affects daily tasks Severe Significant pain, limited function Chronic Over 1 year, tried other treatments

Treatment Scorecard

Based on your priorities and condition severity

TCM Acupuncture 0

Cortisone Injection 0

Surgery 0

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TCM Acupuncture

Pros

No side effects or drug interactions
Treats root cause, not just symptoms
No downtime after sessions
Addresses whole-body wellness

Cons

Requires multiple sessions
Results build gradually

Timeline: 4-8 weeks Cost: AED 400-AED 1,200

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Cortisone Injection

Pros

Fast initial relief (days)
Single visit for injection
Widely available

Cons

Effects often temporary (3-6 months)
Risk of tendon weakening with repeats
Limited to 3 injections per site
Doesn’t address root cause

Timeline: 1-2 weeks relief Cost: AED 200-AED 600 per injection

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Surgery

Pros

Definitive solution for severe cases
High success rate for structural issues

Cons

Invasive procedure with anesthesia
4-6 weeks recovery downtime
Risk of infection, scarring, nerve damage
Highest cost option
Not guaranteed; recurrence possible

Timeline: 6-12 weeks recovery Cost: AED 3,000-AED 10,000+

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TCM vs Conventional TreatmentComparison Tool

Your Treatment Priorities

Current Condition Severity

Treatment Scorecard

TCM Acupuncture

Cortisone Injection

Surgery

TCM vs Conventional Treatment
Comparison Tool