INTERNAL CONDITIONING

Respiratory Medicine

According to the theory of Chinese Medicine, the lungs are the most delicate organs and the most susceptible to attacks from external pathogens. Strengthening your lungs means setting up your defence system. Invasion of external pathogens can disrupt the flow of the lungs, causing abnormal secretions in the respiratory tract and induce coughing. Hence, it is important to focus on strengthening the lungs for an immunity boost.

In a TCM clinic, respiratory conditions were a common presenting complaint of many patients, which can be safely treated with a combination of acupuncture and herbs.

Neurology is a branch of medicine dealing with disorders of the nervous system. Acupuncture, as a traditional alternative medical treatment, has a significant clinical efficacy on the treatment of neurological diseases, especially neurodegenerative diseases. Stimulation of peripheral nerves by acupuncture can recover and repair a variety of neurological diseases.

In traditional Chinese medical theory, the Spleen is the key organ involved in gastro-intestinal disorders. The four most common patterns seen when gastro-intestinal problems are differentiated are as follows: Spleen Deficiency, which is caused by chronic fatigue or chronic illness; Damp Heat Retention, which is caused by improper diet or environmental factors; Disharmony between the Liver and Spleen, which is caused by emotional disturbance; and Spleen and Kidney Yang Deficiency, which is caused by chronic illness or aging. To treat these imbalances, Chinese medicine often uses acupuncture, herbal medicine, cupping and even tuina. 

In management of metabolic and endocrine syndromes, Traditional Chinese Medicine is an excellent representative in alternative and complementary medicines with a complete theory system and substantial herb remedies. Many Chinese herbs hold great and unique potential in the management of metabolic syndrome, especially in the control of glucose and lipid metabolism.

TCM treats skin disorders in a holistic way, the proper function and nourishment of the skin is derived from healthy respiratory, digestive, and immune systems. It addresses both the root cause and accompanying symptoms of the condition to restore healthy balance to the body. By doing so, it rids the problem from its roots and prevent it from reoccurring. During consultation with the physician, we will carefully inspect your skin condition, do a thorough intake of your health condition, lifestyle, and diet, along with you and your family’s health history. We will then prescribe an individualized treatment plan for you which typically consists of acupuncture and herbal medicine.

Cardiovascular diseases are the major cause of death worldwide. The potentially serious adverse effects of modern drugs lead to growing awareness of the role of Chinese herbal medicine in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases. Herbal remedies has been receiving even more attention in the coming years. Not just in the treatment of cardiovascular problem but in the prevention of it as well. The Heart has a special importance in TCM as it is the “Ruler” of all the other organs, as long as the heart function properly, the body will remain healthy and balanced.