Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine for Dover Heights
Josephine is a registered acupuncturist & Chinese herbal medicine practitioner based in Lane Cove and Frenchs Forest. If you're willing and able to travel from Dover Heights to either of these locations for TCM consultation, acupuncture and herbal medicine services, Josephine looks forward to meeting with you.
Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS/ME) involves persistent, unexplained fatigue that is not relieved by rest and is worsened by physical or mental exertion. Acupuncture addresses CFS by targeting the Spleen and Kidney systems, which TCM considers the root sources of energy production and storage. Core points include ST36 (Zusanli) to strengthen Spleen Qi, CV6 (Qihai) to tonify overall Qi, KI3 (Taixi) to nourish Kidney essence, and GV20 (Baihui) to lift Yang energy and clear brain fog.
TCM patterns commonly seen in CFS include Spleen Qi Deficiency (fatigue with digestive issues), Kidney Yang Deficiency (fatigue with cold extremities and low motivation), and Liver Qi Stagnation with underlying deficiency (fatigue with irritability and muscle tension). Treatment is carefully dosed — overly strong stimulation can trigger post-exertional malaise, so sessions are typically shorter and gentler than standard acupuncture, using fewer needles with lighter technique.
Those managing CFS may benefit from acupuncture as part of pacing strategies and lifestyle modifications, with treatment intensity gradually increasing as the body's capacity improves.
An experienced practitioner will use gentle technique with fewer needles to avoid overstimulation, which could trigger a flare. It is important to communicate your energy levels before each session so treatment intensity can be adjusted. Starting with shorter sessions is standard practice for CFS patients.
TCM typically attributes CFS to a fundamental depletion of Qi and essence in the Spleen and Kidney organ systems. This may result from prolonged stress, overwork, chronic illness, or constitutional weakness. Treatment focuses on rebuilding these foundational reserves over time rather than providing quick energy boosts.
Josephine Zhuo (TCM) is an AHPRA registered health practitioner — acupuncturist and herbalist.
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