Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine for Point Piper
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 Point Piper to either of these locations for TCM consultation, acupuncture and herbal medicine services, Josephine looks forward to meeting with you.
Acupuncture approaches weight management by addressing the underlying metabolic imbalances rather than simply suppressing appetite. In TCM, excess weight most commonly results from Spleen Qi deficiency (the Spleen fails to transform food into usable energy, creating Dampness and Phlegm that accumulates as fat), Kidney Yang deficiency (sluggish metabolism), or Liver Qi stagnation (stress-related eating). Different body compositions reflect different patterns — central adiposity suggests Spleen-Damp, while generalised weight gain may indicate Kidney Yang deficiency.
Treatment strengthens metabolic function with ST36 (Zusanli) and SP6 (Sanyinjiao) for Spleen Qi, CV12 (Zhongwan) for digestion, and ST25 (Tianshu) for intestinal regulation. SP9 (Yinlingquan) and ST40 (Fenglong) resolve Dampness and Phlegm. CV4 (Guanyuan) warms Kidney Yang if metabolism is slow. Auricular acupuncture targets the Hunger, Stomach, Shenmen, and Endocrine ear points to regulate appetite hormones.
Research in Acupuncture in Medicine has shown electroacupuncture at abdominal points can reduce waist circumference and improve metabolic markers including insulin sensitivity. Auricular acupuncture ear seeds are pressed before meals to moderate appetite. Treatment works best as part of a comprehensive approach including dietary modification and physical activity, with weekly sessions over two to three months.
Acupuncture addresses weight from multiple angles: strengthening digestion and metabolism (Spleen and Kidney function), reducing fluid retention and Dampness, regulating appetite hormones through ear points, and managing the stress-eating pattern. It creates better metabolic conditions for weight loss alongside dietary and lifestyle changes.
Yes. Ear seeds at the Hunger, Stomach, and Shenmen points can be pressed before meals to help regulate appetite and reduce overeating. They provide a between-session tool for ongoing appetite management and are part of the standard acupuncture weight management protocol.
Josephine Zhuo (TCM) is an AHPRA registered health practitioner — acupuncturist and herbalist.
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