◊ FOR BOOKINGS OR ENQUIRIES CONTACT ◊
Wendi Gould, (BHSc Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine)
Registered Acupuncturist & Herbalist  
0403 496 610 
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◊ RECOVER I  REINVIGORATE I RENEW I REFRESH I REBALANCE I REVITALIZE ◊

Chinese medicine and acupuncture can treat illness & injury and restore health and wellbeing. It can also be used to prevent illness by assisting balance within the body. If you suffer from any type of aches / pain or ill health or you are just feeling run-down and not at your optimum wellness, please feel free to contact us so that we can assist and help you find the relief you are looking for. 
We have special interests in skin conditions, (including psoriasis, eczema, and acne), women's and men's health, depression, anxiety, stress, pre and post pregnancy care and musculoskeletal injuries.
Cosmetic Acupuncture is also available, it is a natural non-invasive way to rejuvenate and refresh your skin, face, and body. For our treatment details please see below.

◊  TREATMENTS - ACUPUNCTURE > COSMETIC ACUPUNCTURE > MOXIBUSTION > HERBAL MEDICINE  >CUPPING > GUA SHA > DIETARY ADVICE  - PRIVATE HEALTH REBATES / HICAPS & EFTPOS FACILITIES ◊ 

◊ SOME OF THE CONDITIONS THAT CAN BE TREATED WITH CHINESE MEDICINE ◊

◊ PRATCTIONER DETAILS -Wendi Gould (Doctor of Chinese Medicine) is registered with CMRBV and a member of AACMA in both Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture. Her goal as a committed and professional Chinese medical practitioner is to provide clients with avenues to long term wellbeing. She is passionate about Eastern medicine and committed to ongoing learning to provide optimal treatments. 

◊ Treatments are approached with understanding, empathy, respect, &  privacy 

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◊ ABOUT CHINESE MEDICINE

Chinese Medicine aims to restore natural balance and function to the body. It is not only used to treat disease but is also directed at health maintenance. It is an efficient health system with a history of over 3000 years.

Rather than focusing on only treating a specific disease, Chinese Medical practitioners consider relationships between symptoms and a person’s overall health, thus treating the person as a whole.

In order to assist with optimising individual health and lifestyle needs along with reducing stress levels, each treatment aims at providing the body’s own ability to maintain equilibrium and general wellbeing.

◊ DIAGNOSIS 

In determining a pattern of disharmony a detailed understanding of lifestyle, diet, work, medical history, emotional wellbeing etc is necessary. The diagnosis can include discussion, observation, and examination. What is being sought are not symptoms in isolation but rather how they combine to form a complete picture.

◊ CONSULTATION 

An initial consultation lasts from 60 to 75 minutes. The initial consultation is used to discuss your health and treatment options.  Tongue condition and Pulse will also be observed.

Following sessions usually last 45 to 60 minutes and include a review of your health and modification of treatment according to your condition.

The number of treatments vary for each individual. Cosmetic Acupuncture treatments usually benefit from several sessions consecutively.

◊ ACUPUNCTURE

Acupuncture is a system of medicine where fine needles are placed under the skin in order to treat a problem or disease. It does this by stimulating acupoints and moving the Qi within the body. Qi is unknown in Western medicine but in simple terms is the vital energy of the body. It helps keep the blood circulating, warms the body and fights disease. It flows through a series of channels forming a network within the entire body and links all functions together so they work as a whole. When a person is healthy the Qi moves freely through these channels, but if for some reason the flow is blocked, too weak, or too strong then illness can occur.

Needling is relatively painless and gentle and is carried out by sterile procedure. Disposable needles are used and nothing is injected into the skin. The needles are fine and are the thickness of a few strands of hair. When inserted into specific acupoints the needles can stimulate and promote blood circulation in the body this can remove pain and stagnation in the tissues. It can also stimulate the internal organs and assist in recovery from illness or injury.

◊ COSMETIC ACUPUNCTURE

Cosmetic Acupuncture is a natural non-invasive way to rejuvenate and refresh your skin, face, and body. It was first practiced in China thousands of years ago and used by ancient Chinese royalty to prolong youthfulness. Cosmetic acupuncture can improve beauty and radiance of the skin whilst also addressing inner health.

Visible signs of aging occur when the circulation of blood and lymph in the skin decreases. Thus in turn the skin and underlying muscles become depleted from a lack of nourishment causing a lack of moisture, firmness, tone, and elasticity. Each treatment is aimed at restoring balance and circulation of the blood and lymph to address these conditions.

Cosmetic Acupuncture can address the following conditions: fine lines, wrinkles, puffiness, dark circles, acne, pigmentation, dull or dry skin. This treatment can also have an added benefit by addressing any underlying health issues allowing a complete healing experience.

◊ CHINESE HERBAL MEDICINE

Chinese Herbal Medicine involves prescriptions tailored to individual diagnosis. Herbs can be taken in pill form or granules, there are taken in the form of a tea. The formulas are often modified on each visit to suit your presenting condition.

◊ MOXIBUSTION

This is a warming Chinese herb that is used above the skin to assist in promoting circulation or tonification and provides comfort to the body.

◊ GUA SHA 

Using a small porcelain instrument and applying pressure to the skin, Gua Sha can stimulate blood flow and circulation to a specific point or area of the body promoting circulation and relieving tension.

◊ CUPPING

Cupping provides relief from muscle tension or pain. Traditional glass cups are placed onto the skin and create a pressure that can stimulate circulation.

◊ DIETARY THERAPY & HEALTH MAINTENANCE

Chinese dietary therapy can outline a plan for you health condition or wellbeing according to your constitution and advise of which foods are nutritious and which should be avoided.

◊ PRACTITIONER / QUALIFICATIONS

Wendi Gould (Doctor of Chinese Medicine)

Bachelor of Health Science (Chinese Medicine), 
Accredited Certificate in Cosmetic Acupuncture and Facial Diagnosis
Current 1st Aid Certificate
Regsitered with CMRB
Member AACMA

◊ LOCATION

We are conveniently located within the main building of Stable Health Clinic in St Kilda off St Kilda Rd and are within close proximinity of bus and tram stops. The Clinic is also useful for clients who reside in surrounding areas such as Prahran, Brighton, Windsor, Albert Park, Middle Park, Elsternwick, South Melbourne, South Yarra, Toorak and Caulfield. We also have free car parking on site.

Registered with Chinese Medicine Registration Board of Victoria for Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture 

Member of Australian Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine Association