Chinese Medicine
We provide the best service in Acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, and Chinese remedial massage for the most common health issues including neck pain, back pain, sciatica, migraine headache, sports injury, common cold, digestive disorder, infertility, etc.
Phone: 0424 661 028
Address: Suite 5, 89-91 Burwood Road, Burwood, NSW 2134
About Chinese Medicine
natural healing armed with ancient philosophy of Yin-yang & five phases
Chinese herbal medicine is a traditional and holistic form of medicine that has a rich history and documentation. Unlike Western medicine that often prescribes individual drugs, Chinese herbal medicine combines herbs into formulas that work together to balance the body's energy flow, known as Qi. These formulas are carefully crafted to address specific health conditions or imbalances.
To achieve balance and harmony within the body, Chinese herbal medicine practitioners use a combination of herbs to regulate and balance Yin and Yang, which is in a state of pathogenic compensation. The flavors and tastes of herbs also play a crucial role in their effectiveness. This theory is known as "Four Qi and Five Tastes." The Four Qi include ascending, descending, floating, and sinking, while the Five Tastes are purging, salty, sweet, sour, and bitter. These principles are used in the practical application of the theory of Yin-Yang and Five-Phases.
By using Chinese herbal medicine, practitioners can help patients achieve optimal health and wellness by restoring balance and harmony within the body. While more research is needed to fully understand the mechanisms of action of Chinese herbal medicine, its centuries of use and accumulated knowledge demonstrate its potential value in treating a wide range of health conditions.
EXPERIENCES accumulated by centeries of generations, clinical approved effects
Chinese herbal medicine is a traditional form of medicine that has been practiced in China for over 2,000 years. It is based on the concept of Qi, which is the energy or life force that flows through all living things. According to Chinese medicine, illness and disease occur when the flow of Qi is disrupted or blocked.
One of the most important figures in the history of Chinese herbal medicine is Zhang Zhongjing. He lived during the Han Dynasty (sometime before 220 AD) and is considered one of the greatest physicians in Chinese history. He wrote two important works on Chinese medicine, Shang Han Lun (Treatise on Cold Damage Diseases) and Jin Kui Yao Lue (Essential Prescriptions of the Golden Cabinet), which are still widely studied and used today.
Shang Han Lun and Jin Kui Yao Lue contain a total of 374 herbal formulas that Zhang Zhongjing developed based on his clinical observations and experiences. These formulas have been used for centuries to treat a wide range of health conditions, from the common cold to more serious diseases.
One of the advantages of Chinese herbal medicine is that it offers a holistic approach to healthcare, taking into account the whole person rather than just treating isolated symptoms. This approach includes not only the use of herbal formulas, but also dietary and lifestyle recommendations, acupuncture, and other forms of therapy.
In recent years, some of Zhang Zhongjing's formulas have been modified and used to treat COVID-19 in China. These formulas have been clinically tested and have shown promising results in preventing and treating the disease.
While more research is needed to fully understand the efficacy of Chinese herbal medicine, the centuries of accumulated knowledge and clinical experience, including Zhang Zhongjing's work, demonstrate the potential value of this traditional form of medicine in treating a wide range of health conditions. With the growing interest in integrative and alternative medicine, Chinese herbal medicine is gaining popularity around the world as a valuable complement to Western medicine.
research on the effectiveness of chinese herbal medicine
Migraine prevention: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials found that Chinese herbal medicine was significantly more effective than placebo in reducing migraine frequency and severity.
Hypertension: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials found that Chinese herbal medicine was effective in reducing blood pressure in patients with hypertension.
Insomnia: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials found that Chinese herbal medicine was effective in improving sleep quality and reducing sleep latency in patients with insomnia.
Osteoarthritis: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials found that Chinese herbal medicine was effective in reducing pain and improving function in patients with osteoarthritis.
Irritable bowel syndrome: A randomized controlled trial found that Chinese herbal medicine was effective in reducing symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome, compared to placebo.
Menopause: A randomized controlled trial published in the journal Menopause in 2013 found that Chinese herbal medicine was effective in reducing hot flashes and improving sleep quality in women experiencing menopausal symptoms.
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS): A systematic review published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine in 2014 found that Chinese herbal medicine was effective in reducing the clinical symptoms of PCOS, such as hirsutism and menstrual irregularity.
Endometriosis: A meta-analysis published in the Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Research in 2017 found that Chinese herbal medicine was effective in reducing pain and improving quality of life in women with endometriosis.
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS): A randomized controlled trial published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine in 2014 found that Chinese herbal medicine was effective in reducing the severity of PMS symptoms, such as irritability and breast tenderness.
Infertility: A meta-analysis published in the journal Complementary Therapies in Medicine in 2018 found that Chinese herbal medicine was effective in improving pregnancy rates in women undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatment.