Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine for Woolloomooloo
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 Woolloomooloo to either of these locations for TCM consultation, acupuncture and herbal medicine services, Josephine looks forward to meeting with you.
Ulcerative colitis causes chronic inflammation and ulceration of the colon and rectum, with bloody diarrhoea, cramping, and urgency as hallmark symptoms. TCM distinguishes it from Crohn's by its focus on the Large Intestine channel. The primary pattern is Damp-Heat pouring downward into the Large Intestine, often on a foundation of Spleen and Kidney Yang deficiency. During flares, the Damp-Heat predominates; during remission, the underlying deficiency is the focus.
Key points include ST25 (Tianshu, the Front-Mu of the Large Intestine), ST37 (Shangjuxu, the Lower He-Sea point of the Large Intestine — the most specific point for large intestine disorders), and BL25 (Dachangshu, the Back-Shu of the Large Intestine). This triple combination — Front-Mu, Lower He-Sea, and Back-Shu — represents the most comprehensive way to treat any organ in acupuncture. SP9 (Yinlingquan) drains Dampness, while SP4 (Gongsun) regulates the Chong Mai and calms intestinal spasm.
A 2020 systematic review in Gastroenterology Research and Practice found acupuncture and moxibustion effective for inducing remission in mild to moderate ulcerative colitis. Treatment adapts to disease phase: vigorous clearing during flares, gentle tonification during remission to prevent relapse.
The most comprehensive approach uses the Triple Treatment — Front-Mu (ST25), Lower He-Sea (ST37), and Back-Shu (BL25) points of the Large Intestine. This combination addresses the organ from anterior, distal, and posterior perspectives. Treatment is adapted to whether the patient is in flare or remission.
Acupuncture works as a complement to medication, not a replacement. It may help reduce inflammation, regulate bowel motility, and manage stress triggers. Some patients find they can maintain lower medication doses with regular acupuncture, but any medication changes should be discussed with their gastroenterologist.
Josephine Zhuo (TCM) is an AHPRA registered health practitioner — acupuncturist and herbalist.
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