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Torquay Chinese Medicine

Locality: Torquay, Victoria

Phone: +61 422 550 256

Address: 2 Haystacks Drive 3228 Torquay, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.torquaychinesemedicine.com

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25.01.2022 This is the worlds first ever magnetic resonance image showing a mother and childs bond. The image is of neuroscientist Rebecca Saxe kissing her two month ol...d son. The childs brain appears to be smoother and darker. This is because it has significantly less white matter. White matter is comprised of myelin, which is fatty tissue that acts as insulation for the wires that communicate messages inside your brain. The activations in the image do not refer to the act of kissing but to the organisation of functional activity in infant brains when viewing meaningful images. Kissing causes a chemical reaction in your brain, including a burst of the hormone oxytocin. Oxytocin is often referred to as the love hormone because it stirs up feelings of affection and attachment. Kissing activates the brains reward system; releasing dopamine which makes us feel good. It also releases vasopressin which bonds mothers with babies and romantic partners to each other. It also releases serotonin which helps to regulate our mood. #nhneurotraining #love #neuroscience #neuro

24.01.2022 The funny thing is, the children got sent home from school, and then they became our teachers. Ella Sweeney

24.01.2022 Last week, face coverings became mandatory for people living in metropolitan Melbourne and Mitchell Shire. Now, from 11:59pm on Sunday 2 August, theyll be mandatory for everyone in Victoria no matter where you live. This is why.

24.01.2022 WE BACK! And if that news isnt exciting enough on its own, weve got some even more exciting news!!! Torquay Chinese Medicine has moved to a new location, Coastal Balance!... We are so happy for the opportunity to practice at this beautiful space alongside Cindy and her amazing team. Our patients can now look forward to a welcoming & relaxed environment with heaps more space, disabled access (no more stairs!), and ample onsite parking. The best part, Coastal Balance has a personalised and professional patient-centred care approach to treating, just like us. New clinic hours: Mondays 9am 8.30pm (Frances) Wednesdays 9am 7pm (Sam) Saturdays 7.30am 6pm (Frances) Weve missed you and cannot wait to see you all again! #acupuncture #chinesemedicine #chineseherbalmedicine #cupping #moxa #guasha #cosmeticacupuncture #chinesemedicine #orientalmedicine #torquay #surfcoast

24.01.2022 What a year...we are now fully booked up until Xmas but please get in touch if you’d like to be placed on a waiting list. Due to the nature of the times, spots often pop up We are also open throughout the holiday period if you need us: Mon 28th Dec... Wed 30th Dec Mon 3rd Jan Wed 6th Jan Thurs 7th Jan Cheers, Frances + Sam

24.01.2022 Things may look a little a little different here at the clinic in light of the covid-19 pandemic, but rest assured its for good reason . We are still following heightened infection prevention & control procedures, including practitioners wearing face masks when treating all patients that are considered at risk of severe illness from the disease. Heres a link to our up-to-date infection control and prevention management plan: https://www.torquaychinesemedicine.com/infecti...on-prevention . Thankfully there are low case numbers in the Surf Coast...but we want to keep it that way, so we have not dropped our guard! . We are still here for you, and have also increased our availability to offer appointments at shorter notice. We are now open: . Mondays 9.30am - 8pm Wednesdays 9am - 7pm Thursdays 9am - 8pm Saturdays 7.30am - 2pm . Its been an absolute pleasure being able to care and nurture for you all during these difficult times . . . #chinesemedicine #acupuncture #cupping #moxa #guasha #cosmeticacupuncture #chineseherbalmedicine #facialguasha #torquay #surfcoast See more

24.01.2022 AMA WA President Dr Andrew Miller spoke to the media this morning on further steps "urgently needed to stop the spread" of coronavirus. #9News

23.01.2022 Excited to announce that we finally have online bookings! . Just head over to our website www.torquaychinesemedicine.com to choose your own medicine...whenever you want! . .... . #torquaychinesemedicine #acupuncture #chinesemedicine #cupping #chineseherbalmedicine #cosmeticacupuncture #cupping #torquay #surfcoast See more

23.01.2022 We have now been offering Cosmetic Acupuncture at Torquay Chinese Medicine for 1 year! Without any formal advertising, we already have an avid following within Torquay and even in Geelong. Why? Because it actually works! . Get in touch if youd like to know more @torquaycosmeticacupuncture www.torquaycosmeticacupuncture.com

22.01.2022 The ocean was (extra) amazing this morning

22.01.2022 Media briefing on COVID-19 with Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus

22.01.2022 Join the wonderful Dee tomorrow night for a free guided online meditation

22.01.2022 How to breathe while wearing your mask to keep your nervous system calm

22.01.2022 https://www.ted.com//matt_walker_how_sleep_can_improve_you

20.01.2022 We are considered an essential private healthcare service, our practitioners are registered with AHPRA (a national regulatory board), and we continue to remain open and treating patients. . We have received so many calls and messages from patients concerned that we will need to close and they won’t be able to continue their treatment plans or receive Chinese herbal medicine supplies. . Rest assured, at this stage, leaving your home to access medical treatment is not restricte...d. We are maintaining our pre-existing heightened level of infection prevention and control, and remaining calm and focused on the task at hand...to help you. . . . #acupuncture #chinesemedicine #chineseherbalmedicine #guasha #cupping #moxa #torquay #surfcoast See more

20.01.2022 With Spring comes wind, and with wind comes all those lovely respiratory conditions. Common colds, hayfever, coughs, and asthma frequently occur this time of the year due to chopping and changing temperatures and the ever present windy weather. . If youve been unlucky enough to find yourself unwell with one of the above conditions, we are here to help. Our Chinese Medicine treatments are always individualised. For example, the herbal medicine and acupuncture treatment fo...r a child experiencing a cough with phlegm would be very different to an adult with a chronic dry cough. Get in touch if youd like to know more! . . . #spring #wind #cough #cold #hayfever #asthma #chinesemedicine #acupuncture #cupping #chineseherbalmedicine #torquay #surfcoast See more

20.01.2022 Beautiful shot of one of our tailored Chinese herbal medicine formulas, gone home with their mama For over 2,000 years, Chinese medicinal herbs have been a huge part of one of the worlds most ancient medical systems, Traditional Chinese Medicine. Here at Torquay Chinese Medicine, our formulas are skillfully created by our registered practitioners only after a thorough diagnosis, and are ALWAYS catered to the individual. From the 450+ Chinese herbs commonly in use, we care...fully select which herbs are right for you, and exactly how much of each. We are also taking into account the nature of the formula as a whole...is this formula too hot for this patient?, will this patients weak digestion be able to receive these strong tonic herbs?... For this reason, the herbal formula you might be prescribed at your first consultation will most likely be different to the formula youre prescribed at your future consultations - because you are changing as your health is improving. Achieving optimum health is a journey, and Chinese Medicines strength is its ability to COME WITH YOU ALONG THAT JOURNEY. No magic pills or one hit wonders round here ;-) PS. Although a lot of hard work goes into creating your formula, these dried concentrated granules are actually really easy to take. Simply dissolve instantly in boiling water, and sip slowly . The Hermosa Co . . #chineseherbalmedicine #chinesemedicine #chineseherbs

18.01.2022 Did you know that there is a HUGE difference between ACUPUNCTURE performed by a fully qualified and registered Acupuncturist, and DRY NEEDLING?? This news article explains why you should be discerning about who is treating you with Dry Needling and how much experience they have. At this stage, Dry Needling is completely UNREGULATED. Thankfully, here at Torquay Chinese Medicine both our practitioners are registered Acupuncturists (Degree qualified), and collectively have over 22 years experience treating patients with Acupuncture. https://pakenham.starcommunity.com.au///needle-nightmare/

18.01.2022 https://www.smh.com.au//he-s-been-wearing-a-mask-for-30-ye

18.01.2022 Hello Spring, you wonderful thing! . Time to increase your daily movement to gently promote the flow of qi, and begin eating lighter meals and increasing leafy greens and bitter foods in your diet to support your Liver . P.S How lucky are we to have our clinic where this at the end of our street?!?!... . . #torquay #surfcoast #acupuncture #chinesemedicine #spring #liver #chineseherbalmedicine #cupping See more

17.01.2022 A short video that explains how we can catch a cold and where it enters the body, according to Chinese Medicine.

16.01.2022 Christmas time down the coast . Happy holidays, we hope youre enjoying Mother Natures playground! . .... . #acupuncture #chinesemedicine #torquay #surfcoast See more

15.01.2022 To all our patients, friends, and family. However you choose to spend Christmas Day (including taking a bath with watermelon skins in a Chinese hot spring...), we wish you much health and happiness! . Its been a very busy year for us at the clinic, and wish to extend a big thank you to you all for your continued support. . We are looking forward to our little Summer break and will be back in the clinic on January 2nd with a renewed sense of enthusiasm and energy to conti...nue supporting you and your health in 2020 . Til then, dont sweat the small stuff and make sure to give your close loved ones an extra hug (or three!) . PS. online bookings for 2020 are available here: https://www.halaxy.com//torquay-chinese-me/location/346487 See more

15.01.2022 We, like many of you, are aware that some animal and plant parts have been traditionally used in Chinese medicine from what have now become endangered species. We would like to make it clear that here at Torquay Chinese Medicine, WE NEITHER USE, NOR SUPPORT OR CONDONE THE USE OF, ANY ENDANGERED ANIMAL OR PLANT SPECIES. As registered Chinese Medicine Practitioners with the national board (AHPRA), we strongly support and strictly adhere to the moral and legal obligations to pro...tect all endangered species. The way Chinese Medicine is practiced in Australia is UNIQUE and DIFFERENT to how it is practiced in many other countries around the world, including China. Much the same as Western Medicine, it is practiced differently in different countries, and each country has their own culture and set of laws/regulations to follow. We are happy to have an open conversation about HOW WE PRACTICE CHINESE HERBAL MEDICINE, and have declared our stance on Chinese herbal medicine safety on our website: https://www.torquaychinesemedicine.com/chinese-herbal-medic Lastly, we hope that our patients and wider community understand that sweeping generalisations and derogatory comments about Chinese Herbal Medicine, China, or Chinese people are unhelpful (to say the least).

14.01.2022 We hope you are all feeling well rested and that your new year is off to a peaceful start If you are feeling a little worn out and your nervous system is still reeling from last year, we are back treating in the clinic and here to help ...did you know that Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture can help with poor sleep quality, stress, anxiety, and fatigue?... . . . #chinesemedicine #acupuncture #chineseherbalmedicine #fatigue #stress #anxiety #sleep #insomnia #torquay #surfcoast See more

13.01.2022 We are now requiring all patients to wear face coverings or masks when they attend the clinic. If you are wearing a face covering, please wear it safely otherwise it can actually increase the spread of infectious disease, rather than limit it! Also, wearing a mask does not replace the need to maintain social distancing where possible, please continue to keep your distance to keep yourself and others safe. https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au//coronavirus-covid-19/how-safe

12.01.2022 To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow Staying home? When it comes to your health, now is the time to tend to your soil and plant the seeds.... All those aspects of your health you always wanted to work on, but never had the time. Meditation, exercise, yoga, growing a garden, healthy eating habits...as everything else falls away, these things can finally take centre stage. Here at Torquay Chinese Medicine, although we are AHPRA registered health practitioners and still permitted to practicewe have made the conscious decision to follow social distancing advice and no longer treat patients in a physical manner to contribute to flattening the Covid-19 curve. WE ARE STILL HERE TO HELP YOU We just have to adapt together WE NOW OFFER PHONE / VIDEO CONSULTS for Chinese herbal medicine scripts and other special things we have in our Chinese Medicine tool box that are stay at home friendly. WE CAN STILL HELP YOU WITH Immunity digestion fertility pregnancy postpartum recovery/support back pain poor sleep quality fatigue stress/anxiety/low mood/fear/anger coughs & colds and much more! Online bookings available via our website, or get in touch to ask a question ph/sms 0422550256 . . . #stayhome #chinesemedicine #chineseherbs #chineseherbalmedicine #acupressure #chinesedietaryadvice #moxa #torquay #surfcoast

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09.01.2022 The stairway to self care. . Words and by @deeogden . .... . #selfcare #acupuncture #chinesemedicine #torquay #surfcoast See more

09.01.2022 Torquay Chinese Medicine and its little sister Glow Cosmetic Acupuncture is hiring! Seeking a Chinese Medicine Practitioner with both acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine training, and a special interest in treating all things Female Health. Having a patient-centred care approach to treating, and further training (or an interest in undertaking training) in Cosmetic Acupuncture a must. The clinic has been operating in Torquay for over 12 years and is well known in the loca...l community. Due to rapid population growth in the area and increasing patient demand of our services, we now need an additional practitioner. Please share with those who might be interested or get in touch if youd like more info: [email protected] @ Torquay Chinese Medicine

08.01.2022 SAMS BACK!!! . We know youve been missing your treatments, and were so happy to be able to offer our help to you all again, and also get back to doing what we love best. We are AHPRA registered Acupuncturists and have always been considered an essential service and allowed to continue practicing during lockdowns.... But we feel strongly that closing during the past few weeks was the right thing to do for us, especially when we looked beyond ourselves to the wider public health picture. But it was a very tough decision because we are acutely aware that many of you rely on us to help you with your physical health and emotional well being. Thankfully, we now feel the balance has tipped back the other way and the strict measures everyone has taken have worked . It is now much safer. We have had time to navigate how to ensure the clinic and our practice will be as safe as possible for all involved. See the link below for our updated COVID-19 Infection prevention & control management plan: http://www.torquaychinesemedicine.com/infection-prevention- And...WE CANT WAIT TO SEE YOU!! . Now taking appointments for next week, see you then . . . . . #acupuncture #torquay #pregnancy #fertility #stress #anxiety #insomnia #chinesemedicine #cupping #chineseherbalmedicine #surfcoast #guasha #painmanagement #moxa

06.01.2022 This retreat coming up soon with the wonderful Dee sounds so special!

05.01.2022 THE 3 GOLDEN HOURS

05.01.2022 We are back in the clinic today mixing up herbs and balancing your yin and yang with Acupuncture . Weve also had a late appointment cancellation for 7.15pm tonight with Frances (ph or SMS us, or jump online to nab it!) . .... #acupuncture #chinesemedicine #chineseherbalmedicine #cupping #cosmeticacupuncture #facialrejuvenation #torquay #surfcoast See more

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04.01.2022 #COVID19 #coronavirus Ways of coping

04.01.2022 We are still here for you... we just have to adapt together Phone / Video consults with Frances NOW AVAILABLE We can still provide:... Chinese herbal medicine prescriptions (individualised tea blends / capsules) Guidance for self-applied Acupressure / moxa / ear seeds at home Chinese Dietary Therapy advice Lifestyle advice All our usual items are available by local pickup / free delivery, or post. Online bookings https://www.halaxy.com//torquay-chinese-me/location/346487 Or get in touch ph / sms 0422550256 or email [email protected] #socialdistancing #flattenthecurve #chineseherbalmedicine #acupressure #chinesemedicine #torquay #surfcoast

04.01.2022 When your new clinic waiting room looks and feels like a day spa . We will show you some more photos of the new clinic space soon...weve been so inundated with patients seeking treatment since reopening 3 weeks ago, so no time to stop and take photos!! But heres a sneak peek . .... . #acupuncture #chinesemedicine #chineseherbalmedicine #chineseherbs #cosmeticacupuncture #cupping #guasha #moxa #fertility #pain #pregnancy #postpartum #torquay #surfcoast See more

03.01.2022 We often have patients ask us about a particular Chinese herb theyve read about, or is available to be purchased online or off-the-shelf. . Some examples we have come across recently: Ginseng, Jujube date, date seeds, Cinnamon bark, Turmeric, Tangerine Peel and Astragalus to name just a few! (We have lots of famous Chinese herbs ) . Would this be good for me?our patients ask.... . We love that our patients want to do more for their health, but to answer this question is very tricky for us! Thats because Chinese Medicine in its truest form, is always prescribed after a thorough assessment and diagnosis of the INDIVIDUAL by a trained Chinese Medicine Practitioner. . The INDIVIDUAL. Who has a UNIQUE history. Who has arrived at this PARTICULAR moment in time. Who finds themselves in their OWN SPECIFIC physical and social environment. And whose pulse, tongue, and signs and symptoms may be different AT DIFFERENT TIMES. Reflecting that what we need to restore health is specific to the INDIVIDUAL. . This is (and always has been) the strength of Chinese Medicine, and unfortunately unless Chinese herbal medicine products are prescribed by a trained Chinese Medicine Practitioner (here in Australia, we have national registration), they could potentially be doing more harm than good. Even more dangerous are products that dont come with the TGA (Therapeutic Good Administration) approval. . On a side note, did you know that it takes a minimum 4 years bachelor degree training (or 2 years post graduate studies) including countless hours of clinical studies, before a Chinese Medicine Practitioner is able to safely prescribe Chinese herbal medicine in Australia? Thats a pretty long time! Well, there are 450+ Chinese herbs commonly in use in the worldso, that must explain it . . . #chineseherbalmedicine #chinesemedicine #safety #torquay #surfcoast See more

01.01.2022 Happy Chinese New Year of the Rat! Wishing all our patients and their families a year of extra good fortune, happiness, and of course the very best of health! A gift from us to you, a quote to open the new year:... We are what we think. All that we are arises with our thoughts. With our thoughts we make the world. - Buddha