General Health
We are constantly challenged by environmental toxins, illness, poor dietary habits and other stressors. These lifestyle and environmental factors can disrupt the body’s homeostatic mechanisms and cause a range of both physical and emotional health problems.
Chinese medicine identifies and treats the underlying causes of a condition rather than the symptoms. Chinese medicine harnesses the natural healing capabilities of the body in order to restore balance.
Chinese medicine is used to treat a wide range of disorders including:
- Digestive disorders such as indigestion, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD)
- Autoimmune and Thyroid conditions
- Migraines and headaches
- Fatigue
- Common cold and flu, cough and long COVID
- Allergies, hay fever and sinusitis
- Asthma and bronchitis
- Musculoskeletal injuries and arthritic pain
- Stress, anxiety and depression
- Sleep disturbances
- Skin conditions such as acne, rosacea, hives, eczema and psoriasis
Women's Health
Chinese medicine has an extensive history in successfully treating women’s gynaecological problems including:
- Pre-Menstrual Syndrome (PMS) & Pre-Menstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
- Menstrual disorders – irregular cycles, painful periods, heavy bleeding, amenorrhoea
- Pelvic Pain
- Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
- Endometriosis & Adenomyosis
- Fibroids
- Vulvodynia & Vaginismus
- Perimenopause & Menopause
Chinese medicine holistically improves female concerns through acupuncture, herbal medicine, moxibustion, nutritional therapy and lifestyle modifications. A treatment protocol is specifically designed to address individual needs and emotional wellbeing according to the stages of the menstrual cycle. Treatment aims to empower menstruators about the cyclical nature of their cycles and correct any imbalances.
Fertility Health
Female Fertility
According to Chinese medicine philosophy, it is important to ‘nourish the soil before planting the seed’. It is essential to consider the time before conception because this phase significantly influences the health of the baby.
Although women are born with all their eggs, the recruited follicle only undergoes maturation 3–4 months before ovulation. Therefore, it is important to undertake preconception care at least 3 months before conceiving in order to effectively regulate the menstrual cycle and create an optimal fertile environment.
Male Fertility
It is becoming increasingly evident that a male’s reproductive health can significantly influence pregnancy outcomes.
Male fertility is tested by a sperm analysis. It is not uncommon for a sperm analysis to show low or borderline levels in sperm count, motility and morphology.
Pregnancy Care
Pregnancy can be a very exciting and sometimes overwhelming time, with many physical changes. Chinese medicine is a safe and effective treatment for many of the discomforts that may arise during the different stages of pregnancy.
The course of your pregnancy, birth and health of your baby can also be influenced by sensible and informed nutritional and lifestyle choices.
First Trimester (0–12 weeks)
During the first trimester, weekly acupuncture sessions are recommended. These treatments support the early stages of pregnancy and reduce the risk of miscarriage.
Second Trimester (13–28 weeks)
Once the pregnancy has been established and is stable, treatments are only performed monthly. As the belly grows, there is an increased strain on the body which may lead to a host of musculoskeletal problems such as back pain, sciatica and leg cramps. Chinese medicine can provide some relief from these aches and pains in conjunction with other complementary therapies such as massage and osteopathy.
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