In Singapore, more and more parents are choosing TCM Pediatrics to provide their children with safe, gentle, and personalized wellness solutions.
Our senior physician, Dr Li Rui, possesses extensive clinical experience, holding a Master’s degree in TCM and a Bachelor’s degree in Western Medicine. She specializes in the holistic view of TCM, using syndrome differentiation to harmonize internal organs and Qi-Blood flow. Her approach helps children improve their physical constitution, alleviate common ailments, and boost overall immunity and development.
Dr Li Rui points out that because children’s bodies are not yet fully developed, delaying treatment for certain conditions can lead to chronic weakness or long-term health issues in adulthood. Therefore, regulating a child’s constitution is not just about treating current symptoms—it is about building a foundation for a healthy future.
Common Pediatric Issues and TCM Approaches:
✅ Allergic Rhinitis (Nose Sensitivity)
Does your child suffer from frequent sneezing, runny nose, congestion, or itchy eyes and throat? This is often due to allergic rhinitis. TCM attributes this to "Lung and Spleen Qi Deficiency" and the invasion of wind-cold pathogens.
TCM pediatric care focuses on strengthening the Spleen and Lungs while dispelling "wind" to relieve sensitivity and prevent asthma or frequent colds.
✅ Gastrointestinal Dysfunction
Does your child experience frequent bloating, abdominal pain, constipation, or picky eating? These are signs of "Spleen and Stomach Weakness."
By regulating the Spleen and Stomach and promoting Qi flow, TCM improves digestion and nutrient absorption, helping the child regain appetite and grow stronger.
✅ Excessive Sweating and Low Immunity
Some children sweat profusely upon the slightest movement and catch colds with every seasonal change. TCM refers to this as "Unstable Wei Qi" (defensive energy).
Herbal treatments aimed at tonifying the Lungs and Spleen help boost the child's natural resistance, making them less prone to recurring infections.
✅ Nocturnal Enuresis (Bedwetting)
More than 60% of pediatric bedwetting cases are caused by "Insufficient Kidney Qi." TCM emphasizes that the Kidneys govern the bladder; if Kidney Qi is weak, enuresis occurs.
Treatment focuses on warming and tonifying Kidney Yang to help the child gain bladder control and build self-confidence.
✅ Poor Memory and Lack of Concentration
Difficulties in learning, poor memory, or lack of focus are often related to "Deficiency of the Heart and Spleen" or a "Lack of Communication between Heart and Kidney."
TCM improves concentration and brain function by nourishing the Heart and Kidneys and clearing "phlegm-dampness" that clouds the mind.
The Advantages of TCM for Children:
- 🌿 Personalized Treatment: Holistic regulation tailored to the child's specific constitution.
- 🌿 Gentle & Safe: Natural treatments with minimal side effects, ideal for young bodies.
- 🌿 Growth Support: Promotes physical and mental development from the root.
- 🌿 Complementary Care: Can be used alongside Western medicine to enhance overall recovery.
Dr Li Rui combines her vast experience in TCM pediatrics with modern medical insights to create personalized plans for children of all ages. She provides detailed constitutional assessments to help your child achieve optimal health from the inside out.
