The goal of Chinese herbal medicine is to construct an herbal formula that most accurately matches the patient in question and most effectively moves them to a place of greater balance and harmony. Formulas, containing typically between 6 to 18 herbs, are individually tailored to reflect the unique idiosyncrasies of each patient and the circumstances under which they became ill.
Chinese herbal medicine can be used to treat both acute and chronic conditions, including colds, bronchitis, influenza, diarrhoea, depression, eczema and other skin problems, arthritis, stress, sinusitis, hay fever, haemorrhoids, back pain, indigestion, migraine, palpitations, gynaecological conditions - period pains, pregnancy problems, anaemia, menopausal problems, discharges, fibroids, cysts, fertility, endometriosis, addiction problems.
Herbs also enhance the immune system and improve the quality of life so that patients experience improvements in mood and energy. All age groups can take Chinese herbs, from young babies to the elderly.
The practitioner uses theories of traditional Chinese medicine to assess the patient's symptoms, medical history, and read the tongue and pulses. Often Chinese herbal medicine is used in conjunction with acupuncture.
