We have some bittersweet news to share.
Bentleigh, Melbourne Clinic, will be closing December 14, 2024.
As we are Relocating to Adelaide and
Starting Practice from 13th January 2025 at New Location(s)!
Chinese Herbal Medicine Melbourne - Bentleigh
Imperial Health Chinese Medicine is an acupuncture and herbal medicine clinic based in Bentleigh, Australia. Our professionally trained practitioners provide personalized treatment plans for every patient that address the root cause of your health concerns.
What is Chinese Herbal Medicine?
Chinese Medicine is one of the oldest forms of medicine with more than 2000 years of application and is still widely used today. Chinese Medicine consist of a variety of natural products, primarily plant based, such as flowers, leaves, roots as well as shells, minerals and some animal products.
At Imperial Health, Chinese Medicine is prescribed by our qualified practitioners, personalised and tailored to each patients symptoms and health concerns. The aim is to restore the balance and help your body heal naturally.
Herbal Medicine prescriptions are modified and adjusted according, based on changes and improvements, it is important to adhere to treatment plans suggested by your practitioner and return for follow up visits to achieve optimal results.
What can Herbal Medicine be used for?
Herbal Medicine can be used for helping with many conditions and are commonly used with Acupuncture to enhance treatment effectiveness.
Common Conditions
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Digestive Health - IBS, Constipation, Diarrhoea, Reflux, Indigestion, Bloating, Nausea and Vomiting
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Dermatology (Skin Conditions) - Acne, Eczema, Rosacea, Psoriasis and Hives
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Can helps relieve Stress, Anxiety and Depression
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Insomnia, Fatigue and Low Energy
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Common Cold and Flu symptoms, cough, post-nasal drip, headaches, body aches and sore throat.
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Gynaecological Conditions - Premenstrual Symptoms, Irregular Menstruation, Dysmenorrhea (Period Pain), Amenorrhoea (No Period) and Menopause
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Arthritis and Pain Relief with acupuncture
Types of Chinese Herbal Medicine used at Imperial Health - Melbourne Chinese Medicine Clinic
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Raw Herbs
Raw herbs are the herbs at its original natural form, cut and dried. It is the strongest and most effective way to take herbal medicine. It requires time to preparation and cooking.
Granules
Granules are concentrated granulated forms of the raw herbs. They are dissolvable in water, it is a simple and convenient to take, like instant coffee.
Patents (Pills)
For patients who are sensitive to the taste of herbs. They are less strong, but are more convenient and flavourless. They are pre-packaged therefore cannot be tailored to individual conditions.
How is the quality controlled for Herbal Medicine?
Herbal Medicine are to be only prescribed and dispensed by qualified Chinese Medicine Practitioners.
Herbs are sourced from primarily China, Taiwan, Hong Kong and Australia and undergo strict testing before disturbed. In Australia, all herbal medicine in prescribed are approved by TGA (Therapeutic Goods Administration).
The Imperial Health Herbal Store
Shop our handpicked Herbal Teas and range of Chinese Medicine products.
