
Service
Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture
Acupuncture, cupping and traditional Chinese medicine for pain, stress, sleep and general wellbeing.
Traditional Chinese Medicine is a complete system of care that has been practised for thousands of years. Our registered practitioners use acupuncture, cupping and related techniques alongside a detailed assessment of your overall health.
Rather than looking at symptoms in isolation, Chinese medicine considers the whole person — sleep, digestion, stress, energy and pain — and builds a treatment plan around the patterns your practitioner identifies.
Our approach
Acupuncture
Fine, single-use needles inserted at selected points to support the body's own regulation.
Cupping
Suction cups applied to the skin to encourage circulation and release muscular tension.
Moxibustion & gua sha
Traditional adjunct techniques used where appropriate for your presentation.
Lifestyle & dietary guidance
Practical advice drawn from Chinese medicine theory to support your treatment between visits.
Where you can book chinese medicine
Chinese Medicine is available at our Richmond clinic (136 Lennox St, Richmond VIC 3121) and our Bundoora clinic (2 Noorong Ave, Bundoora VIC 3083). Call (03) 9427 0006 if you're not sure which location suits you best.
What to expect
- A detailed consultation covering your health history, lifestyle and current concerns.
- Traditional diagnostic assessment, which may include pulse and tongue observation.
- A treatment plan explained clearly before anything begins.
- Your first treatment, commonly acupuncture with or without cupping.
- Guidance on how frequently to return based on your goals.
Frequently asked questions
- Does acupuncture hurt?
- Acupuncture needles are extremely fine. Most people feel little more than a light sensation, and many find treatments deeply relaxing.
- Are the needles sterile?
- Yes. All needles are single-use, sterile and disposed of immediately after your treatment.
- Can I claim Chinese medicine on private health?
- Many extras policies include acupuncture when performed by a registered practitioner. You can claim on the spot with HICAPS.
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Book an appointment with the Uprise Health team in Richmond or Bundoora.