Qi gong is simply translated as “breath work.” It is a system of gentle repetitive movements that affect the physical form of the body like ocean waves gently lapping at the shoreline. It plays a dual role in the practice of Chinese medicine. The movements themselves provide invaluable exercises for clients at certain places in their healing process. Many treatment plans involve qi gong homework assignments. Additionally, qi gong is an important form of personal cultivation that increases a practitioner’s sensitivity, and promotes their own health and well-being. This is an excellent example of the old imperative, “Physician, heal thyself!”