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At our clinic we regard Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine as natural and holistic services that are complementary to Western medicine.
We have over 15 years experience providing care for patients across a diverse range of backgrounds. AcuHealth Therapies offers treatment plans to patients in Melbourne that may assist with conditions such as:
AcuHealth Therapies provides high quality Chinese herbal medicine in Melbourne and this can form part of a tailored Chinese medicine treatment plan in conjunction with acupuncture.
We stock a wide variety of herbal medicine including patented pills and concentrated powdered capsules, herbal pads and ointments.
Cupping therapy can be used to enhance acupuncture treatments and is often used at our clinic when we work with patients in Melbourne that are managing conditions such as:
Women’s health is a special area of interest at our clinic and we are passionate about helping women in Melbourne who are managing pain or chronic health conditions.
We offer a relaxed, professional and welcoming environment and offer treatments that may have a positive effect on:
Our Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine clinic is located in Templestowe Lower in the North-East suburbs of Melbourne. We offer acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine and cupping therapy to the local community including residents in Balwyn North, Bulleen, Doncaster, Doncaster East, Heidelberg & Templestowe.
Founded in 2006, AcuHealth Therapies offers a professional, relaxed and supportive clinical environment.
We view each patient as a unique individual and take time to understand your health background and specific needs
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Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is an ancient form of holistic healthcare that dates back thousands of years and originated in China. The key pillars of Traditional Chinese Medicine are acupuncture, moxibustion, cupping therapy and Chinese Herbal medicine. The main philosophy of TCM is based upon keeping the body in balance and maximising energy flow to promote overall well-being.
Acupuncture is a traditional form of Chinese Medicine in which sterile needles are inserted into specific areas of the body. According to traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture therapy can help to promote energy flow within the body, remove obstructions and bring the body back into balance.
We treat a variety of conditions at out clinic and we take a particular interest in:
The amount and frequency of treatments will depend on your symptoms and unique circumstances. Patients managing chronic pain may require a long-term treatment plan but patients with short-term symptoms may require only a few treatment sessions. At AcuHealth Therapies we go through a detailed consultation process to understand your unique situation and provide a tailored treatment plan.
Acupuncture is considered a safe treatment when performed by a licensed and experienced practitioner. At AcuHealth Therapies we have over 15 years experience providing acupuncture treatments. The risk of infection is low as single-use needles are used in our practice. Make sure to advise your practitioner of any bleeding disorders, if you have a pacemaker or if you are pregnant.
Dr Sharlane Aldover is registered in both Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine with the Chinese Medicine Registration Board of Victoria (CMRBV) as well as the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). She has over 15 years experience working as a Chinese Medicine practitioner.
Yes, we incorporate cupping therapy into our treatment plans and often in combination with acupuncture therapy. At AcuHealth Therapies we often use cupping therapy to treat back pain, shoulder pain, poor circulation and musculoskeletal pain.
Dr Sharlane Aldover has over 15 years experience working with patients during pregnancy. Acupuncture for pregnancy should always be performed by a skilled and licensed practitioner. Any patient who is pregnant should always advise their practitioner prior to any treatments.
Yes, Dr Sharlane Aldover is a highly skilled Chinese medicine practitioner and acupuncturist who has seen many patients undergoing IVF or trying to conceive naturally. It is important to consult with your fertility specialists if you are considering acupuncture or Chinese medicine for IVF or other assisted reproductive technologies (ART).
Yes! For acupuncture therapy or Chinese herbal medicine, the majority of health insurance companies provide a rebate. It is usually only a portion of your treatment, dependent on the type of cover and health insurance company. Please call your private health insurance company for further information on eligibility of rebates for your policy.
AcuHealth Therapies acupuncture clinic is located at the Templestowe Health Hub in Templestowe Lower. We offer holistic & personalised Chinese medicine therapies to residents in Melbourne and surrounding suburbs and across our local community including: Balwyn North, Bulleen, Doncaster, Doncaster East, Heidelberg, Templestowe & Templestowe Lower.
