Traditional Chinese Medicine
Care that looks at the whole you
A Chinese medicine consultation looks at your symptoms, lifestyle and overall health together, then builds a plan that may include herbal medicine, acupuncture, cupping or massage.
$35initial consultation · $25 follow-up
What is it?
A system of care used for over 2,000 years
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) sees your body as one connected system. Rather than looking at a symptom on its own, your practitioner looks for the pattern behind it, and aims to bring your body back into balance.
Whole-person approach
Your sleep, digestion, energy, stress and diet are all part of the picture.
Tailored to you
Two people with the same symptom may get different plans.
Works alongside other care
TCM can sit alongside physio, massage and your GP’s care. Tell us about any medicines you take.
How TCM may help
Why people come to see us
Through acupuncture, cupping, massage and herbal medicine, TCM may help with:
Pain management
Acupuncture and cupping may help ease ongoing pain like lower back pain and neck stiffness.
Better sleep and relaxation
Gentle herbal therapies and acupuncture aim to calm the nervous system and support deeper rest.
Stress and wellbeing
A whole-person approach that may help lower everyday stress and lift how you feel overall.
Mobility and movement
Care that supports joint flexibility and getting moving again, for older adults or people recovering from injury.
TCM works best alongside conventional medical care, not as a replacement for it. Results vary from person to person. See your GP for new, severe or worsening symptoms.
What to expect
Your first visit
We listen
We talk about your main concern, health history, lifestyle and any medicines you take.
Traditional assessment
Your practitioner may check your pulse and look at your tongue, both classic TCM diagnostic methods.
Your plan
We explain what we’ve found and recommend a plan, which may include herbs, acupuncture, cupping or massage.
Follow-ups
Short 20-minute follow-ups let us check your progress and adjust your plan.
Prices
| Consultation | Price |
|---|---|
| Chinese Medicine Consultation · Initial, 30 mins | $35 |
| Chinese Medicine Consultation · Follow-up, 20 mins | $25 |
Questions
Good to know
Is it safe with my other medicines?
Please tell us about all medicines and supplements you take, and if you’re pregnant or breastfeeding. Your practitioner takes this into account when recommending herbs.
Can I have my consultation in Chinese?
Yes. Our team speaks English and Chinese.
Start with a $35 consultation
Hunters Plaza, 11/217 Great South Road, Papatoetoe 2025. Open 7 days. English · 中文 · हिन्दी