Frequently Asked Questions What conditions respond well to Chinese medicine treatments? Chinese medicine, including acupuncture and herbal medicine, is effective for a wide range of health problems, to reduce the signs of ageing and for maintaining good health. Have a look at the most common conditions treated with Chinese medicine: | | Muscle and joint pain, sporting injuries, headaches, abdominal pain, menstrual pain, tendonitis, sciatica, RSI, frozen shoulder, tennis elbow, fibromyalgia | - Reproductive & Gynaecological Disorders
| Male and female low fertility, menstrual cramps, irregular or painful periods, abnormal uterine bleeding or discharge, pre & post natal care, menopausal symptoms, low libido, impotence | | Weight gain, weight loss, fatigue | - Stress, Emotional & Psychological Disorders
| Stress, depression, anxiety, nervousness, panic attacks, insomnia, withdrawal from nicotine, alcohol and drugs | - Digestive, Bowel & Urinary Disorders
| Irritable bowel syndrome, abdominal bloating or discomfort, heartburn, ulcers, constipation, diarrhoea, haemmarhoids, gastritis, colitis, cystitis, UTI, incontinence | | Asthma, bronchitis, sinusitis, rhinitis, sore throat, colds and flu, laryngitis | | High or low blood pressure, angina pectoris, chest pain, poor circulation, cold hands and feet | | Post-stroke recovery, Bell's palsy, trigeminal neuralgia, numbness, tremors, dizziness, insomnia | | Eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, acne, scar tissue | - General Health Maintenance
| Prevent illness and increase feelings of wellbeing | If you don't see the condition that you would like treatment for on this list, there is still a good chance that Jonathan can help you with Chinese medicine. Please feel free to contact him and ask. |
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