TIEN CHI TCM CLINIC
Ancient Wisdom for a Modern World
Welcome to the Tien Chi TCM clinic, where ancient wisdom meets modern healing. Specialising in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Acupuncture, Herbal medicine, Physical therapy, Movement Coaching, Strength and Conditioning, Massage therapy, Holistic nutrition and lifestyle guidance. I am committed to uncovering, diagnosing, and addressing the root causes of illness, disease, and dysfunction. The approach is both technical and spiritual, blending traditional practices
with contemporary insights.
Tien Chi clinic believes in a holistic journey towards wellness, emphasising the interconnectedness of the mind, body, and spirit. Join us on a path to optimal health, where ancient traditions harmonise seamlessly with optimising therapies to nurture your well-being.
Benefits of Traditional Chinese Medicine
It can help with
Holistic Approach to Health
TCM treats the body as an interconnected system, addressing the root cause of ailments rather than just the symptoms. This holistic perspective promotes balance and harmony within the body, leading to overall wellness.
Effective Pain Management
Traditional Chinese Medicine provides holistic approaches to alleviate stress and promote emotional balance, helping individuals achieve a greater sense of calm and relaxation. Physiologically it can assist in reducing or eliminating pain, improving range of motion and restoring function.
Digestive Health
TCM therapies, such as herbal formulas and dietary adjustments, can effectively manage digestive disorders like IBS, acid reflux, and bloating, by strengthening the digestive system, optimising metabolic function and restoring balance.
Enhanced Mental Health
Through practices like acupuncture and qigong, TCM helps reduce stress, anxiety, and depression by promoting the smooth flow of Qi (energy) and calming the mind, contributing to better emotional well-being.
Boosted Immune System
TCM strengthens the body's natural defenses by using herbal remedies and lifestyle recommendations to enhance the immune system's response, making the body more resilient to infections and illnesses.
Support Chronic Conditions
TCM offers complementary support for chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and autoimmune diseases. By balancing the body’s systems, it helps manage symptoms and improves quality of life.
Client Stories
Services
Acupuncture
A clinically validated therapy based on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) principles, acupuncture involves the precise insertion of fine needles into specific meridian points to regulate Qi (vital energy) and restore physiological balance. Research shows it modulates the nervous system, enhances microcirculation, reduces inflammation, and promotes endogenous pain relief by stimulating endorphins and neurotransmitters.
Herbal Medicine
A pharmacologically active system of botanical therapy, Chinese herbal medicine works synergistically to regulate Zang-Fu organ function, modulate immune responses, and correct Qi, Blood, Yin, and Yang imbalances. Formulations are customized to target the root cause of disorders, supporting gastrointestinal health, neuroendocrine function, inflammatory modulation, and systemic homeostasis.
Massage Therapy
Rooted in Tui Na (推拿) principles, this therapeutic manual therapy manipulates soft tissues and meridians to improve Qi and Blood circulation, release myofascial restrictions, and regulate the autonomic nervous system. Scientific studies demonstrate its efficacy in reducing cortisol levels, enhancing proprioception, and accelerating musculoskeletal recovery.
Cupping Therapy
A biomechanical and TCM-integrated approach to rehabilitative movement, this service focuses on postural alignment, joint mobility, strength, conditioning and neuromuscular coordination. Inspired by Daoyin (导引), Qi Gong martial arts and resistance training principles, it enhances proprioception, corrects kinetic chain dysfunctions, and promotes optimal movement efficiency for injury prevention and functional longevity.
Movement Coaching
A negative pressure therapy that enhances capillary microcirculation, lymphatic drainage, and myofascial decompression, cupping is used in TCM to expel pathogenic factors such as Wind, Cold, and Dampness. Evidence suggests it improves oxygenation to tissues, facilitates metabolic waste clearance, and modulates neurovascular responses to alleviate pain and inflammation.
Common Conditions Treated with Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine
At our clinic, we specialise in treating a wide range of health concerns using acupuncture, herbal medicine, and other Chinese medicine and contemporary modalities. From chronic pain and injuries to digestive disorders, stress, fertility, and autoimmune conditions, we focus on addressing the root cause - not just the symptoms. Whether you're dealing with migraines, insomnia, hormonal imbalances, or post-viral fatigue, our treatments are tailored to restore balance and optimise your well-being. Explore the most frequently treated conditions below and discover how Chinese medicine can help you heal naturally.
Pain &
Musculoskeletal
Disorders
Neck & Back Pain: Chronic low back pain, sciatica, herniated discs, cervical spondylosis
Joint & Soft Tissue Injuries: Rotator cuff injuries, shoulder impingement, frozen shoulder, tennis elbow,
knee pain (meniscus, ACL, arthritis)
Tendon & Ligament Issues: Tendonitis, bursitis, plantar fasciitis, carpal tunnel syndrome
Sports Injuries & Trauma: Sprains, strains, fractures, delayed healing, post-surgical recovery
Headaches, Migraines
& Neurological
Conditions
Tension Headaches & Migraines
Trigeminal Neuralgia, Bell’s Palsy
TMJ Dysfunction, Bruxism, Facial Pain
Peripheral Neuropathy (diabetes, chemo-induced, idiopathic)
Stroke Recovery & Post-Stroke Paralysis
Digestive &
Metabolic Disorders
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Crohn’s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis
Acid Reflux, GERD, Gastritis
Constipation, Diarrhoea, Bloating, SIBO
Fatty Liver Disease, Gallbladder Dysfunction
Diabetes, Metabolic Syndrome, Weight Management
Stress, Mental Health
& Sleep Disorders
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Panic Disorders
Insomnia & Sleep Disturbances (difficulty falling asleep, waking up frequently, non-restorative sleep)
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Burnout, Brain Fog
Women’s &
Men’s Health
Menstrual Irregularities, PCOS, Endometriosis, PMS
Menopause (hot flashes, night sweats, hormonal imbalances)
Fertility Support (IVF support, anovulation, low sperm count, erectile dysfunction, low libido)
Pregnancy Support (morning sickness, breech baby, labor preparation, postpartum recovery)
Autoimmune
& Immune System Disorders
Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus, Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis
Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Myasthenia Gravis
Chronic Pain Syndromes (Fibromyalgia, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome)
Frequent Colds & Flus, Post-Viral Fatigue, Long COVID
Cancer Support
& Oncology Care
Chemo & Radiation Side Effects (nausea, fatigue, neuropathy, pain)
Post-Cancer Recovery & Strengthening Immunity
Supporting Quality of Life in Palliative Care
Skin & Dermatological Conditions
Eczema, Psoriasis, Acne, Rosacea
Hives, Allergic Dermatitis, Chronic Itching
Hair Loss, Scalp Issues (dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis)
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