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What is
Chinese Herbal Medicine?
Chinese medicine is one of the oldest systems of medicine in
the world and had a long history of safe use in the East and more
recently in the western world. Chinese herbalism is just
one aspect of the wider practice of Chinese medicine, which also
includes the practice of Acupuncture.
It has a long history of clinical effectiveness and because of
this Chinese herbalism has become popular as a safe and
effective treatmentfor several disorders in many countries
around the world.
Chinese herbalism has been practiced professionally in Ireland
by medical herbalists since the early nineties.
Professionally registered practitioners have trained for
several years and abide by a professional codes of ethics and
best practice within the professional regulation structures.
What can Chinese Herbal
Medicine Treat?
The professional medical herbalist using the tradition of
Chinese herbalism can treat a range of acute and chronic
disorders.
The following are just some of the conditions commonly
treated in the Chinese herbal clinic:
- Chronic fatigue and low energy
- Gastro-intestinal disorders, including irritable bowel
syndrome, chronic constipation, ulcerative colitis
- Gynaecological including menstrual, fertility,
menopausal.
- Respiratory Disorders including asthma,
bronchitis,
- Rhinitis and Sinusitis.
- Skin disorders, including acne, eczema.
- psoriasis
- Male disorders including impotence
- Rheumatological conditions (e.g. osteoarthritis
andrheumatoid arthritis)
- Psychological problems (e.g. depression, anxiety,
stress)
- Paeditric disorders,
- Urinary and renal conditions including chronic
cystitis,nephritis
The
Consultation
The herbalist will have a face to face consultation with
the patient. Details of the presenting condition, medical,
family, medication history will be discussed so
that a holistic assessment of the patient. can
be carried out.
A prescription of herbs will be formulated for the patient
to treat the condition and the patient. The herbalist
will adjust the dosage according to the patient.
All herbal produces used comply with international best
practice and the codes of ethics and practice of this
association.
Herbs can be prescribed in their original form then boiled
to make a tea or in more modern forms such as freeze dried
granules, powders or tablets.
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