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AcuHealth Therapies Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine Clinic is located in Templestowe Lower in the North-East Suburbs of Melbourne. Our clinic focuses on utilising Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) philosophies to assist patients who are managing a wide variety of conditions.
Traditional Chinese Medicine is a system of healthcare that has been practiced over thousands of years and in the modern day can be integrated as a complementary therapy plan alongside western treatments.
Traditional Chinese Medicine is a healthcare philosophy in which the central belief is that the body must be in balance to be at optimum health. According to Chinese Medicine, illness or ailments can arise if the body is out of balance. In Chinese Medicine, Qi (pronounced Chi) is an energy force that runs along specific meridian channels throughout the body. Any blockages that interrupt a steady flow of Qi are considered to be detrimental to overall health, vitality and well-being.
Another core belief is that the body is an interconnected entity in which physical, emotional and environmental factors can all have an influence on overall; health, balance and well-being.
The core principles of Chinese Medicine can be applied to focus on a variety of conditions and ailments including:
In modern times, Traditional Chinese Medicine can be integrated as part of western medicine healthcare plans. When managing chronic conditions, Traditional Chinese Medicine can offer a holistic therapy plan that may improve overall well-being and aims to identify underlying issues that may be causing chronic pain or illness.
The key pillars of Traditional Chinese Medicine that we focus on at AcuHealth Therapies are:
Acupuncture is a core pillar of Chinese Medicine and for most patients at AcuHealth Therapies it will be a key component of their therapy plan.
Acupuncture involves the insertion of fine sterile needles into specific points on the body. Acupuncture points are determined according to Chinese Medicine philosophy and there are multiple acupuncture points that can be used according to the condition or ailment that is being treated,
According to Chinese Medicine, acupuncture may help to remove obstructions along meridian channels and restore the body back into a balanced state.
Acupuncture may also have an impact on how the central nervous system processes pain by releasing chemicals into muscles, the spinal cord and brain.
Acupuncture is a natural therapy that does not involve medication and it has a low risk of side effects. Being a natural therapy it can also be integrated into modern western therapies.
At AcuHealth Therapies we have a specific interest in sports acupuncture and Dr Sharlane Aldover has over 15 years experience providing sports acupuncture therapies for athletes in high level competition in football and netball leagues.
We also focus on sports acupuncture for runners, golfers, tennis players and cyclists.
Sports acupuncture is a type of acupuncture that applies Chinese Medicine techniques to provide therapies that may aid athletes and sports people who are looking to maximise performance, assist recovery time, manage pain or injury.
Chinese Herbal Medicine is a key element of Traditional Chinese Medicine and can work as a complementary therapy alongside acupuncture.
Chinese Herbal Medicine applies a holistic approach to promoting health and involves the use of natural substances. In recent times, the most common substances used are plants, roots, barks and minerals.
Some of the potential benefits of utilising Chinese Herbal Medicine are:
Cupping Therapy is another key pillar of Traditional Chinese Medicine that also traces its origins back thousands of years. Cupping therapy involves placing heated cups onto specific areas of the body. When heat dissipates from the cup it creates a suction effect on the skin and draws skin and tissue into the cup.
In accordance with Traditional Chinese Medicine, the key belief of cupping therapy Is that the suction effect removes any obstruction or stagnation that is present along the flow of Qi. The philosophy of cupping therapy is that the suction effect promotes healing, enhances blood circulation, removes toxins from the body and helps with pain reduction.
At AcuHealth Therapies we take a special interest in cupping therapy for patients who may be experiencing musculoskeletal or chronic pain conditions such as:
Cupping Therapy may provide pain relief and reduce muscle tension. It may help to improve circulation and promote tissue repair. Cupping therapy may also help in reducing inflammation.
Traditional Chinese Medicine is a natural approach to healthcare that focuses on identifying underlying causes for illness or chronic pain. It can also be used as a preventative measure to maintain optimum health and prevent chronic pain or illness from surfacing.
If you are managing chronic pain or illness and looking for a natural and complementary therapy plan, then Chinese Medicine may be something to consider.
To find out more about Acupuncture, Chinese Medicine & Cupping Therapy in Melbourne call us at the clinic on 0403 524 893
