One branch of Chinese medicine is Chinese herbal medicine.  The use of plant products is the origin of most medical systems around the world, and Chinese medicine is no exception.  Indeed, despite Chinese medicine having become best known in the west for acupuncture, in China, herbal medicine has always been the most important part of Chinese medicine.

Herbs used in Chinese medicine are each considered to have particular properties which can be used in the treatment of illness.  During a consultation a practitioner will formulate a Chinese medicine diagnosis from which he or she can tailor a unique herbal formula to suit an individual’s specific requirements.  Traditionally, dried herbs are boiled up or ground.  Today, concentrated powders, pills, capsules and tablets are also available.

Chinese herbal medicine has a huge array of uses is commonly used for infertility, skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis, gastrointestinal problems including IBS, Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, gynaecological problems, and rheumatological conditions among many others.

Leo Dening practices Chinese herbal medicine here at Chelsea Natural Health Clinic as part of his Chinese medicine practice which embraces, predominantly acupuncture, tui na massage and Chinese herbal medicine.