909 Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Clinic

30/11/2023

Practitioner on Holiday ✈️✈️

19/07/2023

"Anxiety may knock on my door, but I refuse to let it become the host of my life's party. I'm embracing the journey of overcoming fears and finding my voice in the crowd. " 💪🌟

18/07/2023

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🌿 Understanding Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) from a Traditional Chinese Medicine Perspective 🌿

In TCM, UTIs are referred to as "Lin Zheng" or "Se Zheng" and are considered a common condition. They are primarily caused by the invasion of damp-heat evil, leading to inflammation in the bladder and urinary tract. Here are some insights from the TCM perspective on managing UTIs:

1️⃣ Diet Adjustment: Avoid spicy, greasy, and stimulating foods. Opt for light and easily digestible foods like leafy greens, pears, and watermelon. Drinking an ample amount of water helps to eliminate damp-heat pathogen.

2️⃣ Herbal Remedies: Traditional Chinese herbs have a long history of alleviating UTIs. Commonly used herbs include Dianthus superbus, Pyrrosia lingua, and Plantago asiatica. These herbs possess properties that clear heat, detoxify, and promote diuresis.

3️⃣ Acupressure: TCM massage and acupressure can improve the circulation of qi and blood in the body, easing discomfort in the bladder and urinary tract.

4️⃣ Emphasizing Prevention: Maintaining good personal hygiene, avoiding holding urine for too long, and frequent urination can help prevent UTIs.

🌸 Remember, TCM emphasizes the concept of holistic balance and prevention. If you experience any urinary discomfort, it's recommended to seek timely TCM consultation for professional care.

29/06/2023

🌼 Find Serenity, Discover Balance Within! 🌼
Chinese medicine offers a holistic approach to address anxiety, recognizing the intricate connection between body, mind, and spirit. Here's how it may help:
1️⃣ Balancing Qi: According to Chinese medicine, anxiety often stems from an imbalance in the flow of Qi (vital energy). Acupuncture, herbal remedies, and Qi Gong exercises aim to harmonize this energy, promoting a sense of calm and equilibrium.
2️⃣ Nourishing Yin tonifying blood: Anxiety is associated with excessive Yang energy and depleted Yin energy. Chinese herbs like Schisandra, Rehmannia, and Ophiopogon may help nourish Yin, soothing the nervous system and restoring a sense of inner tranquility.
3️⃣ Calming the Shen: In Chinese medicine, the Shen refers to the spirit or mind. Certain herbs and acupuncture points are believed to calm the Shen, reducing excessive worry, restlessness, and emotional distress.
4️⃣ Mindful Practices: Chinese medicine embraces mindfulness practices like Qi Gong and Tai Chi to cultivate awareness, enhance relaxation, and promote emotional balance. These gentle exercises combine movement, breath, and meditation to foster serenity.
5️⃣ Herbal Formulas: Chinese herbal formulas, customized by a qualified practitioner, may be tailored to address individual patterns of anxiety. These formulas combine herbs known for their calming properties, promoting overall emotional well-being.
Remember, anxiety is a complex condition, and seeking guidance from a licensed Chinese medicine practitioner is essential. They can provide a thorough assessment and create a personalized treatment plan to address your unique needs.

26/06/2023

🌸 Harmonize Your Energy, Ward Off the Flu! 🌸

Greetings, friends! As the flu season approaches, let's delve into the wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to explore ways to prevent and manage the flu using natural methods. 🌿💮

Here are some valuable insights from Chinese medicine to help you maintain a harmonious flow of energy and stay healthy:

1️⃣ Boost Your Wei Qi: In TCM, Wei Qi refers to the body's defensive energy or immune system. Strengthen it by consuming immune-boosting foods like medicinal mushrooms (reishi, shiitake), astragalus root, goji berries, and ginseng. These herbs help fortify your defenses against external pathogens.

2️⃣ Harmonize Yin and Yang: TCM emphasizes the balance between Yin (cooling, nourishing) and Yang (warming, activating) energies. Maintain balance by eating warming foods during colder seasons, such as soups, stews, ginger, garlic, and cinnamon. These help invigorate Yang energy and enhance circulation.

3️⃣ Acupressure Points:Apply gentle pressure to points like Large Intestine 4 (LI4) between the thumb and index finger or Lung 7 (LU7) on the wrist crease to strengthen your body's defenses.

4️⃣ Herbal Remedies: Chinese herbal formulas are often used to address flu symptoms and promote recovery. Consult a qualified TCM practitioner to determine the most suitable herbal formula for your needs.

5️⃣ Rest and Self-Care: In Chinese medicine, rest is considered vital for preserving Qi and recovering from illness. Allow yourself ample time for restful sleep, relaxation, and self-care practices like warm baths, aromatherapy, or gentle massages to nurture your overall well-being.

Remember, the flu is considered an imbalance in the body's energy. By adopting these holistic approaches from Traditional Chinese Medicine, we can support our natural healing abilities and maintain a state of harmony within ourselves.
Let's cultivate well-being and vitality together! 🌸🌿💮

04/06/2023

Chinese medicine needed on the go 🤫

24/05/2023

Stiff Neck？
here is how Acupuncture and Moxa can Help!
🍃 moxa help by improving circulation, bring blood to the muscles and warming up and disperse any coldness to the local area
🍃 Acupuncture unblock meridian, reduce pain and improve circulation at the same time increasing ENDORPHINS production in the body
Body’s natural pain killer

come and have a treatment with us if your neck is not doing you any good😖

10/05/2023

Paediatric & acupuncture
Help them health with the most natural harmless method 💜

13/04/2023

A good night sleep is so important for you mental health, especially ANXIETY

In Chinese medicine sleep is the time for blood to nourish heart and mind. A good night sleep decreases the anxiety level and build qi and blood in the body to function better during the day.

03/04/2023

UTIs - Urinary track infection in TCM are a condition cause by deficiency in Kidney. Kidney are the organ that governs bowel movement and urination, and it control all water passage in the body. When your Kidney qi is weak, you tend to have retention in fluid which then are more prone to UTI. And with water retained in the body, dampness will build up, blocking meridians and causing heat, resulting in the burning sensation.

23/03/2023

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22/03/2023

Read on the Chinese Medicine approach on Tinnitus!

Ab Out 90 percent of people with tinnitus also have hearing loss, though many people may not even realize they have both conditions. Tinnitus usually follows the pattern of your loss. If you have trouble hearing high frequencies, your tinnitus is often a high-pitched ringing or hissing. According to...