Chinese Herbal Medicine: Uses and Benefits
Chinese herbal medicine is an important part of Traditional Chinese Medicine and has been used for generations as a complementary approach to health and wellbeing.
At The ON Acupuncture in Willetton, we provide personalised Chinese herbal medicine consultations tailored to each patient’s individual needs and health goals. Patients seeking Chinese Herbal Medicine Perth services often use herbal medicine alongside acupuncture and other complementary therapies as part of their overall wellbeing plan.
All herbal products prescribed at our clinic are sourced from products regulated by the Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) for quality and safety. Our qualified practitioners select herbal formulas according to each patient’s symptoms, health history and treatment goals. Herbal prescriptions may be provided in different forms, including concentrated herbal granules, capsules and tablets.
Our practitioners will explain how to prepare and take your prescribed herbal medicines according to your individual treatment plan. It is important to consult a qualified practitioner before taking herbal medicines, particularly if you are currently taking medications or have existing health conditions.
Commonly Used Chinese Herbs
Chinese herbal formulas are personalised and may include a combination of herbs selected according to individual needs and traditional Chinese medicine principles.
Some commonly used herbs include:
- Angelica Root (Dang Gui) – Traditionally used in Chinese medicine and commonly included in women’s health formulas.
- Atractylodes (Bai Zhu) – Traditionally used in formulas that support digestive balance and overall wellbeing.
- Bupleurum (Chai Hu) – Commonly used in Traditional Chinese Medicine formulations for maintaining internal balance.
- Cinnamon Twig (Gui Zhi) – Traditionally included in formulas associated with warmth and circulation.
- Ginger (Sheng Jiang) – Widely used in Traditional Chinese Medicine and commonly included in digestive support formulas.
- Ginseng (Ren Shen) – Traditionally valued in Chinese medicine and used in a variety of herbal formulations.
- Goji Berry (Gou Qi Zi) – A well-known ingredient commonly used in Traditional Chinese Medicine.
- Licorice Root (Gan Cao) – Frequently used in herbal formulas to complement other herbs.
- Peony Root (Bai Shao) – Traditionally included in formulas used in women’s health and general wellbeing.
Important Note: Individual herbal prescriptions vary from person to person. Chinese herbal medicines should always be prescribed by a qualified practitioner following a comprehensive consultation.
