Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a holistic healthcare system that has been practised for thousands of years. At Acupuncture Medicine South Melbourne, our practitioners use TCM to diagnose and treat a wide range of health conditions.
The TCM diagnostic process involves a series of steps, including informed consent, observation of physical appearance, listening to voice and sounds, questioning about symptoms and lifestyle, palpation for tenderness or swelling, identifying patterns of disharmony, and developing a personalised treatment plan.
- Informed Consent: Before beginning any diagnostic assessment, our practitioners at Acupuncture Medicine South Melbourne will explain the treatment process, answer any questions you may have, and obtain informed consent.
- Observation: The practitioner will examine your physical appearance, including your skin tone, facial expressions, and posture.
- Listening: The practitioner will listen to your voice and any sounds your body makes, such as coughing or breathing.
- Questioning: The practitioner will ask you about your symptoms, medical history, and lifestyle habits.
- Palpation: The practitioner will feel your body for tenderness, swelling, or other abnormalities.
- Identifying Patterns: The practitioner will identify patterns of disharmony within the body, such as excess or deficiency, stagnation or blockage, and heat or cold.
- Treatment Plan: Using this information, our practitioners at Acupuncture Medicine South Melbourne will develop a personalised treatment plan that may include acupuncture, herbal medicine, dietary changes, and other therapies.
Overall, informed consent is an essential component of acupuncture treatment, and you should feel comfortable asking any questions you have before proceeding. Our clinic, Acupuncture Medicine South Melbourne, is committed to providing safe, evidence-based acupuncture treatments and personalised care to help you achieve optimal health.