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Bill Liang

Bill has a clinical Western Medicine Bachelor degree and an Acupuncture & Remedial Massage of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Master degree.

He is familiar with human anatomy and TCM theories of meridians and acupoints. With years of work experience in outpatient clinics & emergency units as well as acupuncture and remedial massage clinics in hospitals in China, Bill is good at solving problems and drawing up a healing plan for clients.

He specializes in treating headache/Migraine musculoskeletal injuries such as spondylodynia and frozen shoulder and various kinds of trauma with unique combination techniques.

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Cora Wu

Cora is a qualified remedial massage therapist with eight years of formal training in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) in China, specializing in Acupuncture and Tuina (Chinese massage). As a registered TCM practitioner in China, Cora has brought her experience and passion for holistic healing to Australia, where she also studied Remedial Massage.

Cora has extensive experience in helping people manage a range of conditions, including chronic pain, sleep disturbances, and emotional stress. She combines various techniques such as remedial massage, acupressure, myofascial release, and trigger point therapy to create a treatment plan that suits your individual needs.

Cora is dedicated to providing compassionate care and is always focused on helping her clients feel better and improve their overall well-being.

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Zhou (Joe) Lin

Joe Lin is a registered Chinese Medicine Practitioner and Acupuncturist in both China and Australia. He graduated from one of China’s most prestigious university, Guangzhou University of Traditional Chinese Medicine with a bachelor’s degree. He has ten years of working experience in Hainan General Hospital in China and more than ten years of experience in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine in Australia.

Joe has expertise treating a variety of pain disorders, including menstrual cramps, joint pain, headaches, migraines, and chronic pain. He has had success treating emotional and mental health issues like stress, anxiety, and sleeplessness. He is also experienced in treating women’s health concerns like menopause, menstruation disorders, infertility, IVF assistance, and labour induction.

Joe is a member of the Federation of Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture Societies of Australia (FCMA). AHPRA Registered Numbers: CMR0001813841
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Moore Zhang

Moore is a qualified Massage Therapist. With many years’ experience, Moore has been seeing a wide variety of clients. He has a great passion to bring his massage therapy skillset to improve the quality of life for his clients. He always gains good reviews from his clients for his quality health care and excellent massage therapy skills.

Moore specializes in trigger point therapy and deep tissue remedial massage, which are beneficial for many chronic conditions, including neck & shoulder pain, back pain, leg & arm pain, stress & tension, tight muscles, headache, and so on.

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Shu (Joshua) Wu

Shu (Joshua) Wu is a Registered Chinese Medicine Practitioner and Remedial Massage Practitioner. He graduated from the Beijing University of Chinese Medicine with a Master’s degree in Chinese Medicine and has three years experience practicing in a major Chinese medicine hospital in Beijing and seven years experience practicing acupuncture and Chinese medicine in Australia.

Joshua is experienced in the treatment of gastrointestinal disorders, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), musculoskeletal pain, sports injury, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, mental and emotional problems (depression, stress, anxiety and insomnia), and women health issues including infertility, IVF support, menopause and menstrual problems.

He is a member of the Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture Society of Australia (CMASA) and also speaks Mandarin.

APHRA Registration number: CMR0001727271

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5 Ways To Boost Your Fertility

 

  1.  Manage Your Weight
    Being either underweight or overweight can significantly reduce your chances of getting pregnant. One study involving the analysis of 2,112 female participants found that women with a body mass index (BMI) of 25-39 required twice the length of time to become pregnant as women with a healthy BMI of less than 19.
  2. Eat More Liver
    Some people might turn their head at the thought of eating liver, but it’s actually a delicious dish that can prove helpful in boosting your fertility. In fact, a report published by the Weston A. Price Foundation found liver to contain more nutrients, gram for gram, than any other food. Whether it’s beef or chicken, liver contains vitamin A, vitamin B, protein, folic acid, iron, purines (precursors for DNA) and more.
  3. Eat More Seafood
    Seafood–  fish, oysters, clams, mussels, lobster, crabs, etc. – are an excellent food for boosting your fertility. They contain large amounts of zinc, iron, selenium, vitamin A, vitamin D, omega fatty acids (the good type of fat), and other essential nutrients, many of which are directly linked to the body’s reproductive system. When choosing seafood, however, it’s recommended that you opt for smaller-sized fish to minimise your consumption of mercury. Because of its large size, tuna carries a heavy dose of the toxic chemical mercury, and therefore should be consumed sparingly.
  4.  Acupuncture
    You might be surprised to learn that acupuncture can improve your chances of conceiving. Back in 2002, a team of German researchers performed a study to determine the effects of acupuncture on fertility. Researchers split 160 women who were trying to conceive into two groups: one group received acupuncture, while the second group did not it. They concluded that 42% of the women who received acupuncture got pregnant, whereas only 26% of the control group got pregnant. Does this mean acupuncture will guarantee a pregnancy? Not necessarily, but this form of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is proven to help couples conceive in less time.
  5.  Cut Back on Processed Foods
    Many women who struggle to conceive eat far too many processed foods. While a fast food burger and fries may seem appetising, it forces heavy amounts of saturated fat, sodium and even sugar into your body while offering little-to-no real nutritional value. Fertility experts say women should focus on a more natural diet if they want to conceive.
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Osteoarthritis and Remedial Massage

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Sometimes called degenerative joint disease or degenerative arthritis, osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common chronic condition of the joints, affecting many Australians. OA can affect any joint, but it occurs most often in knees, hips, lower back and neck, small joints of the fingers and the bases of the thumb and big toe.

 

 

Osteoarthritis is a disease that affects the whole joint including bone, cartilage, ligaments and muscles.

It may include:

  • Inflammation of the tissue around a joint
  • Damage to joint cartilage
  • Bony spurs growing around the edge of a joint

Osteoarthritis is a progressive disease; signs and symptoms gradually worsen over time. There is no cure.

Cause of Osteoarthritis:

Osteoarthritis also known as degenerative or “wear-and tear” arthritis, it is more common among female than males, especially after the age of 50years. Younger people may also be affected; usually after an injury or as a result of another joint condition.

Symptoms of  Osteoarthritis:

  • Tenderness or pain(when walk, or bear weight)
  • Stiffness (especial in the morning)
  • Swelling in the joint

Benefit of  Remedial Massage for Osteoarthritis

  • Improving circulation
  • Reduce swelling
  • Relax and soften injured, tired, and overused muscles
  • Increase joint flexibility
  • Reduce pain
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How to Eat Well When You Have Arthritis

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While there is no specific “diet” that people with arthritis should follow, researchers have identified certain foods that can help control inflammation. By eating certain anti-inflammatory foods—and limiting others—you may help ease the pain, stiffness, and other symptoms of arthritis.

Eating well can help you manage—or maintain—your weight. Not everyone with arthritis will need to lose weight, but if you are overweight, getting to a healthier weight by eating well can be helpful in managing your arthritis.

Foods to Eat to Help Ease Arthritis

Fruits and vegetables: These superfoods contain vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals (natural chemicals found in some plant foods) to help you combat joint pain and swelling. The more colorful the better. Red grapes, blueberries, carrots, and spinach are some examples of fruits and veggies that may have anti-inflammatory benefits.

Omega-3 fatty acids: Fish, such as salmon, and other foods with omega-3 fatty acids (essential fatty acids that can help reduce inflammation and pain) can help ease sore, achy joints. If you’re not a fan of fish, you can eat walnuts, flaxseed, and olive oil, or take an omega-3 supplement to get the same benefits.

Vitamin D: Foods with vitamin D, such as eggs, mushrooms, and fortified foods (eg, fortified orange juice and breakfast cereals), can help you manage arthritis pain.

Spices: Ginger, turmeric, dried chili peppers, and cinnamon can help ease arthritis symptoms: They may have anti-inflammatory effects on the body, helping to reduce swelling and stiffness. An added bonus is that these spices are brimming with flavor without adding any calories.

Foods to Limit with Arthritis

Aspartame: This man-made sweetener contains certain chemicals that can increase pain perception. They do this by triggering neurons in your brain. Aspartame can be found in all types of foods—from soft drinks to ice cream to seemingly healthier foods like yogurt.

Processed foods: Eating enough foods that contain monosodium glutamate (MSG) or nitrates may eventually lead to inflammation. MSG is found in some frozen dinners, and nitrates can be found in hot dogs.

Trans fats and saturated fats: Think packaged baked goods and fast food French fries: These foods can promote inflammation—not to mention clog your arteries.

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Cooling off, the traditional way

 

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Ingredients: 3g green tea or black tea, 6g dried mint leaves, Honey (optional)

Method: infuse the tea and mint leaves in boiling water for about 5 minutes. Wait for it to cool a little and add honey to taste. This will reduce internal heat.

 

 

 

Bitter Melon with Honey Tisane

Ingredients: 15g dried bitter melon strips, 1tbsp honey

Method: Soak the bitter melon strips in 300ml boiling water for about 12 minutes, add honey and drink warm. This helps lower blood pressure.

 

 

 

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Wolfberry Tea

Ingredients: 10g wolfberries, 12g wuweizi, or magnolia vine,  6g chrysanthemum

Method: Place all ingredients in a large cup, pour over boiling water and infuse for 10minutes. It is good for lungs, and quenches thirst.

 

 

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Chill out with ‘cold’ foods

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A heat wave recently had the weather bureau send out high-temperature alerts to us. Such weather can cause, at best, sunburn and, at worst, heatstroke, with a spectrum of symptoms in between, such as headaches, bubbling colds, mouth ulcers, indigestion and low spirits.

According to traditional Chinese medicine, foods that are bitter and nourishing to the heart are most beneficial in the summer season. This bitterness will cool down internal heat and naturally flush the body. When you eat such foods, they will cool and detoxify your body, improve digestion, and even offer weight loss benefits!

 

 

4 COOLING FOODS FOR YOUR HEALTHIEST SUMMER YET

  1. Mung Bean Broth: The therapeutic value of mung beans is not in the bean itself, but in the water that you boil the bean in. In TCM, this liquid is so cooling and detoxifying that it has been reported useful in treating drug and alcohol poisoning. Most commonly, mung bean water is used to cool inflammation, especially acne and other red eruptions on the skin.
  2. Cucumber: Many of us are familiar with the cooling properties of cucumber. Bite into one, and you will instantly know why! Cucumber is commonly found in face tonics and used during facial treatments. According to TCM, this is another food that helps relieve acne due to its cooling nature. Chinese medicine also uses cucumber to cleanse the blood and clear internal heat from the body. Remember, internal heat often equals inflammation. Cucumber is thirst quenching and, therefore, is sometimes used to treat a sore throat. It is also detoxifying and promotes urination. Its draining nature means that it supports the spleen by pulling dampness out of the body.
  3. Purslane: Purslane is a rare and special plant. Well, rare in its qualities. It is actually so common that the FDA considers purslane a beneficial weed. What is unique about purslane is its omega-3 EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) content. This is extraordinary for a land vegetable, as most omega-3 EPAs come from oily fish and microalgae. Like the other top summer foods, in TCM purslane is excellent at cooling inflammation in the body. It is a potent detoxifier and reduces internal heat. It has been reported as effective in treating conditions like dysentery and enteritis, which is inflammation of the small intestine. In TCM, the small intestine is related to the heart and falls under the element of Fire. Chinese medicine considers purslane to be effective in treating infections relating to the gums, lungs, bowels, and urinary tract.
  4. Aloe Vera: If you have ever sliced an aloe leaf open and smoothed it over a sunburn, you know about its cooling nature. In TCM, aloe vera reduces internal heat and can strongly promote a bowel movement. For this reason, when used discriminately, it can effectively treat constipation.

If you are not sure what foods suit you, you can also ask our Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners for some advice on foods that best fit your personal profile. To cool down this season, the TCM summer food diet might be just what you need!