David Lee Acupuncture

30/05/2025

Happy Dragon Boat Festival! 🐉

As we celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival, a time for tradition Chinese holiday, The holiday commemorates Qu Yuan who was the beloved prime minister of the southern Chinese state of Chu during the Warring States period, about 600 B.C ~ 200 B.C

Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) can support your well-being during seasonal transitions—helping with digestion, energy, and stress relief.

🎋 Enjoy the holiday with your loved ones, and remember to care for your health. We’re here to help you stay balanced and rejuvenated this season.

31/03/2025

It's April Fools' Day! Keep smiling and embrace the fun!

16/03/2025

Traditional Chinese Medicine Day, observed on March 17th, highlights the resilience and significance of this ancient practice. Despite nearly facing extinction during early 20th-century political upheavals, TCM has persisted and evolved. In the late 19th century, China’s resistance to modernization left it vulnerable, leading to a push for Westernization. By 1929, a proposal at a Nanjing conference sought to abolish TCM, but widespread opposition led to a pivotal meeting in Shanghai on March 17. TCM practitioners advocated for integration into education and modern healthcare, resulting in the establishment of TCM universities by the 1950s.

Today, TCM has gained global recognition, with acupuncture practiced in 183 countries and growing practitioner numbers in places like Australia. As we celebrate Traditional Chinese Medicine Day, we honor its enduring legacy and its ability to adapt while preserving ancient wisdom. At David Lee Acupuncture, we use techniques like acupuncture, moxibustion, and herbal medicine to address root causes of disharmony, aiming to restore health according to TCM principles.

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04/02/2025

Understanding "Damp Heat" in Summer: A TCM Perspective
Sydney summers offer perfect beach days and beautiful weather, but the combination of high temperatures and humidity can challenge the body’s balance. Prolonged exposure to extreme weather can affect the body’s internal energy, creating imbalances. One common imbalance in summer is "Damp Heat," a condition caused by an excess of moisture and heat in the body.

Signs of Damp Heat
Damp Heat can disrupt the body's balance, leading to symptoms such as:
• Physical fatigue and sluggishness
• Dizziness or chest congestion
• A sensation of heat or fever without a rise in temperature
• A thick, white tongue coating with red coloration
• Sticky stools and difficulty with bowel movements
• Reduced urination with a yellowish tint
• A burning sensation in the a**s during bowel movements
What Causes Damp Heat in the body?
Although both Dampness and Heat contribute to the body's energy imbalance, Dampness often plays a more dominant role. It is commonly seen as a sign of obstructed Qi flow, which traps Heat within the body. By clearing Dampness, Qi can then move freely, allowing Heat to disperse and restoring balance.

What is Dampness?
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Dampness is a pathogenic factor that hinders the flow of Qi and blood, resulting in sensations of heaviness, sluggishness, and stickiness in the body. A common analogy compares Dampness to walking in the rain without an umbrella—your clothes become soaked and cling to you. Similarly, when energy flows within you but lacks smoothness, that is what Dampness feels like.

The primary causes of Dampness include:
• Internal factors: Dysfunction in the Spleen and Stomach, which are responsible for digestion and energy conversion. When these organs don't function optimally, Dampness can accumulate.
• External factors: Living in a humid environment can exacerbate Dampness, particularly during the hot and humid summer months.
Remedies for Damp Heat
To prevent or alleviate Damp Heat, consider the following:
1. Adjust Your Diet: Avoid greasy, fried, spicy, and overly sweet foods that can exacerbate Damp Heat. Opt for cooling foods like cucumbers, watermelon, mung bean and other hydrating options to cool the body.
2. Manage Stress: Emotional disturbances can block the flow of Qi, worsening imbalances in the body.
3. Avoid Heat and Humidity: Minimize exposure to excessive heat and damp environments to maintain your body’s balance.

When Self-Management Isn’t Enough
Sometimes, lifestyle changes aren’t sufficient to completely address Damp Heat. In such cases, TCM therapies like cupping and acupuncture can help:
• Cupping: Improves local circulation and releases stagnation.
• Acupuncture: Regulates Qi flow and enhances the body’s metabolism.
At David Lee Acupuncture, we integrate these techniques into a holistic approach to support both physical and mental well-being. By addressing the root causes of Damp Heat, we help you restore balance and vitality.

28/01/2025

"🎉🐇✨ Ushering in prosperity, happiness, and good health this Lunar New Year! Here's to a vibrant and abundant Year of the Snake! 🐍🌟 "

05/01/2025

A pathway to general well-being

Having a regular acupuncture session can be like taking your body in for a car service. It helps to restore the body to optimal functioning by rebalancing the energy flow, which in turn supports self-healing, overall circulation, immunity and mental health.
Importantly, during these well-being sessions, minor issues can be identified and treated early, preventing them from becoming serious over time.

Acupuncture has a long history as a way of helping general well-being in ancient China. In the ma**script, Huang Di Nei Jing[1], it advises, “Great physicians treat with needle before the outbreak of an Illness”. Later texts documented various acupuncture points used for preventive purpose. [2] [3] [4] The theory behind this is to relax joints, harmonize Qi and blood flow, reflecting the core tenet of Traditional Chinese Medicine, In Huang Di Nei Jing it also state, “Sufficient Healthy-Qi inside the body will prevent invasion of pathogenic factors”. [5]

Recent research [6] suggests that acupuncture can modulate the body’s psycho neuroimmune system, which involves the complex interplay between the nervous system, endocrine, immune system and the mind. This modulation has been observed to alter stress-induced signals, thus helping to stabilize the autonomic nervous system, which promotes a sense of well-being.

Therefore, the benefits that Acupuncture may contribute to overall well-being are:
1. Stress/Anxiety Management: Acupuncture might help alleviate stress by promoting relaxation. It stimulates the release of endorphins (feel-good hormones) [8] and reduces cortisol levels (stress hormone).[9]
2. Pain Relief: It may assist in managing chronic pain conditions, such as back pain, shoulder pain, and headaches.
3. Improved Sleep: Acupuncture may enhance sleep quality and duration by activating brain neurotransmitters like melatonin [10], and GABA (Gamma-aminobutyric acid) which are essential for restful sleep [11]
4. Enhanced Immunity: It has been observed acupuncture may help restore and maintain a balance immune system.[12]

Alongside the use of needles, moxibustion is another Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) modality used to support general health. This therapy involves burning a herb called mugwort (Artemisia Vulgaris) near specific energy points on the body to stimulate energy flow through the meridians. It promotes the body’s self-regulation that enhances overall health. Early texts, such as Bian Que Heart Book (AD1146) [13], recorded key acupoints for moxibusiton to enhance health and longevity. Although needle and moxibustion treatments can each work on their own, in combination, the results are especially powerful.

At David Lee Acupuncture, we combine both techniques to provide a holistic treatment that supports both physical and mental well-being.

Reference:
1. Huang Di Nei Jing Ni Shun (Inner Canon of the Yellow Empreor)
2. Bei Ji Qian Jin Yao Fang (Essential prescriptions worth a thousand in gold for every emergency)
3. Zhen Jiu Sheng Jing (The Classic of Supporting Life with Acupuncture and Moxibustion)
4. Zhen Jiu Ju Ying (A Collection of Outstanding Treatises in Acupuncture and Moxibustion)
5. Huang Di Nei Jing Su Wen(Inner Canon of the Yellow Empreor)
6. Walling, Allan RN, MS, FNP-C, Lac. Therapeutic modulation of the psychoneuroimmune system by medical acupuncture creates enhanced feelings of well-being. 18(4):p 135-143, April 2006.[AANP]
7. Xiang-yun Yang.Effectiveness of acupuncture on anxiety disorder: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials[NCBI]
8. Ji-Sheng Han. Acupuncture and endorphins [NCBI]
9. Bijan PIRNIA. The Effectiveness of Auricular Acupuncture on the Levels of Cortisol in a Depressed Patient[NCBI]
10. D Warren Spence. Acupuncture increases nocturnal melatonin secretion and reduces insomnia and anxiety: a preliminary report [NCBI]
11. Wei Huang. Autonomic Activation in Insomnia: The Case for Acupuncture [NCBI]
12. F Liu, Y Wang. Acupuncture and its ability to restore and maintain immune homeostasis [QJMED]
13. Bian Que Xin Shu (Bian Que Heart Book)

22/12/2024

Celebrate the magic of Christmas with love, joy, and togetherness. Whether with family, old friends, or new memories, cherish the warmth and happiness of the season. May your days be filled with laughter, your heart with peace, and your home with love. Wishing you a merry and bright holiday season!

15/11/2024

'''Celebrate Global Acupuncture Day
November 16th marks the celebration of Global Acupuncture Day, an initiative to promote this ancient practice. This year also marks the 12th year that traditional acupuncture and moxibustion have been acknowledged as an Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO.

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Acupuncture and moxibustion are forms of traditional Chinese medicine widely practised in China and also found in regions of south-east Asia, Europe and the Americas. The theories of acupuncture and moxibustion hold that the human body acts as a small universe connected by channels, and that by phys...

27/10/2024

Hay fever (Allergic Rhinitis)
As temperatures rise and we shed our heavy jackets to bask in the sun, we welcome Spring. It’s a beautiful season, but it also marks a peak time for seasonal allergies. As plants release pollen, you’ll likely notice many people sneezing and sniffling from hay fever symptoms.

Hay fever is quite common, it affects 1 in 5 people in Australia. And despite its name, it is not cause by hay and doesn’t trigger up a fever. Typical symptoms may include blocked or running nose, itchy eyes, sneezing or congestion and sometime sinus pressure. While there is no cure for it, there are ways to manage the discomfort.

What Happens in the body?
When pollen enters the body, the immunes system can sometimes mistakenly identify it as a threat, and hence release antibodies and histamine. This response leads to inflammatory chemical reaction which are the typical symptoms of hay fever- essentially an overreaction of the immune system.

Minimising Exposure to Allergens
Understanding the cause of Hay Fever helps us to find solutions. One of the simplest methods is avoidance. Wearing a standard face mask can reduce pollen particles range from 10 to 100 microns (µm). Surgical masks block particles as small as 3 µm, and N95 mask can block up to 004 µm. However, while outdoors enjoying fresh air, wearing a mask might not always be feasible, and it won’t protect your eyes from allergy reactions.

In addition to conventional medications like antihistamines that suppress histamine release, acupuncture is a natural alternative.

Acupuncture: A Natural Remedy for Pollen Allergy
Acupuncture may alleviate hay fever symptoms by stimulating energy points in the body, helping to reduce histamine release and the inflammation that follows. One notable effect of acupuncture is the release of endorphin (natural chemicals produced by the body that help relieve pain and reduce stress) and other anti-inflammatory neurotransmitters, which can reduce the body’s over–reaction to allergies.

09/10/2024

Today marks World Mental Health Day, dedicated to raising global awareness and promoting support for mental health. Learn more from WHO at:
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06/10/2024

May your dedication always lead to the sweet rewards you deserve and propel you forward in life!

30/09/2024

"Black as the devil, hot as hell, pure as an angel, sweet as love".

International Coffee Day, a time to appreciate the morning rituals of modern individuals.