Chinese Herbal Medicine
Acupuncture has gained a considerable amount of popularity in the UK over the last few years, but in China, herbal medicine is just as, if not more, common.
Often, the two therapies are practised in harmony and in combination, allowing patients to receive the benefits of both modalities.
Patients are encouraged to continue taking their prescribed herbal remedies between treatments to enhance their overall well-being.
The herbs are usually supplied in a dried, powdered form and are skilfully combined to create customised formulas tailored specifically to each patient’s unique needs. These powdered herbs are dissolved in warm water or taken in tablet form and typically taken 2-3 times a day for optimum effectiveness. Additionally, they can also be utilised topically for specific ailments, further expanding their application.
If you’re interested in taking Chinese herbs, please either book a herbal medicine consultation or an initial appointment if you prefer to take them in combination with acupuncture/body treatments.
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What Do Chinese Herbs Treat?
Chinese herbs can treat a wide range of conditions, more in fact than acupuncture. There are formulas used to treat serious conditions such as febrile disease or tumours and also chronic conditions such as asthma, autoimmune conditions, chronic fatigue, arthritis, IBS and skin disorders.
There are very few conditions where herbs cannot be used, and even with muscular pain, where acupuncture has proven its use time and again, herbs can help with pain management, tissue regeneration and fast recovery.
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Are Animal Parts Used?
The use of animal parts is illegal in the UK and so most herbal formulas are made of roots, leaves, rhizomes and plant parts.
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What is the Cost?
Chinese Herbal Consultations can be booked as stand alone appointments. If a general treatment is booked, Chinese herbs may also be offered as part of your treatment course depending on your needs and comfort in doing so.
Herbs are then charged by type and weight so cost varies from approx £10 – £20 per week depending on the herbs required.
You may only require a short supply of herbs, or you may require herbs for a period of a few months.
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How Are Herbs Taken?
Chinese herbs can be prescribed in different forms depending on need and preference.
Raw herbs and granules are made into a tea and taken once or twice a day. Herbs can also be supplied as capsules or tablets for those who dislike the taste.