Treatment methods of Chinese Medicine

This page provides an overview of key treatment methods used in Classical Chinese Medicine and their application in clinical practice.

Acupuncture

In Chinese Medicine, acupuncture can have a moving, stimulating, or balancing influence on the flow of energy in the body, depending on how it is applied. It is commonly used to support the regulation of the TCM meridian system and to encourage functional balance within the body.

Acupuncture is often applied when working with acute TCM patterns. In certain situations, moxibustion (moxa) may also be used to warm or activate specific points or body areas.

Many people describe their experience with the fine needles as calming and grounding, though individual perceptions naturally vary.

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Chinese Herbal Medicine

Chinese herbal medicine is the most extensive and comprehensive branch of Chinese Medicine. While it may be less widely known in Western countries, it plays a central role within TCM practice.

Chinese herbs are selected based on the specific TCM pattern identified during diagnosis. Herbal formulas are commonly used when working with deeper or more complex TCM patterns. While often called Chinese ‘herbal’ medicine, this branch of Chinese Medicine encompasses more than plant-based substances and also includes minerals and animal-derived ingredients.

Depending on the individual pattern, different therapeutic strategies are considered. Which methods are most suitable in each case is discussed in detail during a personal consultation.

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Tuina

Tuina is a manual therapy within Chinese Medicine and is often integrated alongside acupuncture and/or Chinese herbal medicine. It includes hands-on massage techniques as well as methods such as cupping, Gua Sha, massage tools, towel techniques, and traditional silk cloth techniques. External herbal lotions may also be selected where appropriate.

Tuina is commonly chosen as part of a holistic framework when working with functional musculoskeletal tension or imbalances in the meridian system.

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Chinese Medicine and Western Medicine – working side by side

Western medicine and Chinese Medicine are not competitors – quite the opposite. They can complement each other in a positive way. Lab results, medical reports, and doctor’s findings can be brought to your sessions.

Exploring health concerns from a Western medical perspective alongside pattern differentiation from Chinese Medicine reveals new perspectives and supports a more holistic understanding of wellbeing.

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Diversity and Respect in My Practice

My practice is a space where everyone should feel welcome, respected, and safe. Sexual orientation, religious affiliation, skin colour, ethnicity, or disability have no bearing on a person’s value.

Some personal or medical factors may be relevant for the Chinese diagnostic process — for example, the use of medications — and are addressed with care and professional attention.

What prices do you charge?

The cost of treatment depends on the treatment methods used and on your type of health insurance. Treatments provided by Heilpraktiker practitioners are private services and are payable after each session.

Depending on your insurance plan, part or all of the costs may be reimbursed. Private health insurance, Beihilfe, or supplementary insurance plans often cover Heilpraktiker services. Reimbursement depends on the individual policy. Billing is carried out in accordance with the GebüH (Gebührenverordnung für Heilpraktiker). Costs for Chinese herbal prescriptions may also be covered under certain plans.

Statutory health insurance does not cover Chinese Medicine treatments. For self-paying clients, a reduced rate is offered.

Chinese herbal medicines are sourced from specialised mail-order pharmacies, and costs vary depending on the provider, ingredients, and form of administration.

If you have any questions regarding pricing, please feel free to contact me by email or phone.

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