Chinese herbal medicine has been in practice for over 2000 years. Even before pharmaceuticals, herbal remedies were used to balance and heal the body. Herbs can be used to augment acupuncture treatments or taken independently to treat an imbalance. Herbs, more specifically, the synergistic effects of herb combinations, help restore the body back to equilibrium.

Herbology is a powerful way to promote healing. Herbs are almost always given in a formula (usually containing 3-15 herbs) tailored to each patients unique needs. There are over 300 herbs in the Materia Medica and hundreds of classic formulations to base prescriptions on. This allows for all aspects of your health to be addressed each time you come in for treatment.

Herbs come in a variety of forms. There are tinctures and tablets available for common conditions. For more complex conditions, taking raw herbs or the powdered extract of them is usually advised (which are taken as a liquid/tea). This way, your formula can be modified on a regular basis as your condition changes. This is a very precise form of medicine; it’s one of the most comprehensive forms of supplementation available.

Chinese herbal medicine, also known as Chinese herbology, is one of the primary modalities within the scope of Oriental Medicine, which also includes acupuncture. In addition to providing effective treatment for a wide range of health disorders, Chinese herbal medicine may also be used to help boost the immune system and strengthen or enhance normal body functions for the prevention of disease and illness.

• Insomnia and fatigue
• Loss of appetite and common digestive disorders, including reflux and heartburn
• Constipation and diarrhea
• Irritable bowel syndrome
• Common cold and influenza
• Chronic headaches, migraines
• Skin disorders
• Fluid retention
• Anxiety, depression and stress
• Allergies
• Rheumatoid and osteoarthritis
• Premenstrual syndrome and painful menstruation
• Excessive menstruation and Infertility
• Impotence and prostate disorders
• Menopause