Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) represents thousands of years of medical wisdom. It emphasizes the "Unity of Nature and Humanity" and "Syndrome Differentiation," viewing the body as a holistic system. TCM focuses on the intricate relationship between the body, emotions, and the environment. Rather than just prescribing medicine or performing acupuncture, TCM is a complete system of evidence-based clinical practice. The core process begins with the "Four Diagnostic Methods" (Looking, Listening/Smelling, Asking, and Touching) followed by personalized, multi-dimensional treatments including herbal medicine, acupuncture, Tui Na, moxibustion, and dietary therapy.
TCM Treatment Methods
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- Inspection (Wang): Observing the patient's complexion, tongue, and posture. For example, a pale complexion may indicate Qi and Blood deficiency, while a thick, greasy tongue coating may suggest internal Damp-Heat.
- Listening & Smelling (Wen): Assessing the sound of the voice/breath and detecting odors. A weak cough suggests Lung Qi deficiency, while strong breath odor may be linked to Stomach Heat.
- Inquiry (Wen): Detailed questioning regarding medical history, symptoms, diet, sleep, emotions, and menstrual health (for women) to understand the root cause.
- Palpation (Qie): Feeling the pulse to judge organ function and the flow of Qi and Blood. A thin, weak pulse suggests Qi deficiency, while a slippery pulse is often seen in cases of internal Heat or Dampness.
These methods allow our physicians to gain a comprehensive understanding of a patient's health and provide highly accurate, individualized treatment.
- Herbal Regulation: Custom-tailored prescriptions using natural herbs. These are safe, gentle, and highly effective for long-term health regulation.
- Acupuncture Therapy: Stimulating specific acupoints to regulate meridians, relieve pain, improve sleep, and boost immunity. Ideal for stress, emotional fluctuations, or chronic conditions.
- Tui Na, Cupping & Gua Sha: External therapies that work on the surface meridians to relax muscles, activate circulation, and promote recovery from fatigue or localized pain.
- Moxibustion & Dietary Therapy: Moxibustion warms the body and dispels cold to enhance resistance. Dietary therapy uses medicinal foods (like red dates, wolfberries, and Chinese yam) to integrate healing into daily life.
TCM treats a vast array of conditions, including bone and joint diseases, respiratory issues, gastritis, vertigo, thyroid conditions, menstrual irregularities, infertility, eczema, and rheumatoid pain. It is also an essential tool for sub-health regulation, post-operative recovery, and supportive cancer care, focusing on holistic and individualized recovery.
TCM emphasizes "preventing illness before it arises." This is particularly beneficial for those with sub-health issues, chronic fatigue syndrome, emotional distress (anxiety/depression), and those preparing for pregnancy. By adjusting the body's internal balance, TCM improves not just symptoms, but overall quality of life.
TCM Specialized Treatments
Specialised TCM treatment is centred on pattern differentiation and personalised care. Based on each patient’s constitution and condition, treatment is tailored using natural therapies such as herbal medicine, acupuncture and cupping to restore the balance of yin and yang, regulate qi and blood, strengthen the body, eliminate pathogenic factors, treat both the root cause and symptoms, and prevent recurrence. Our specialised services cover TCM Gynaecology, Internal Medicine, Orthopaedics & Traumatology, Dermatology and Paediatrics, offering comprehensive care at Shanghai Chinese Medicine Centre Singapore.
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TCM for Weight Loss
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TCM for Tinnitus
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At Shanghai Chinese Medical Centre, the highly experienced Dr Li Rui will conduct a comprehensive assessment of your condition to develop a personalized treatment plan. Book your appointment today to experience the efficacy of traditional natural therapies!