Welcome to Chong Hoe Healthcare! If it's your first visit, our physician will begin by evaluating your general health, current medical history, and past treatments. They will also get to know your background a little more by asking you:

• What is your medical history (including family)?

• What is your typical diet like?

• What do you do for work?

• Have you had prior issues with your digestive system?

• What is your current emotional state and well-being?

• What are your rest and sleep patterns like?

This comprehensive assessment helps us identify and treat the root cause of your health issues, improving your overall wellness.

The diagnostic process begins with our physician examining your tongue and taking your pulse. This is to gain deeper insights into your health, and help us identify the root cause of your health issues.

During the session, our experienced physician will target a specific group of points, adapting as your condition changes.

We offer TCM services like acupuncture, moxibustion, cupping therapy, massages, and herbal remedies to naturally restore the balance in your body.

TCM consultations are provided before treatment, and house calls may be requested for various concerns, whether they require aesthetic treatments, dietary therapy, or fertility support.

Undergoing acupuncture treatment in Singapore offers a range of health benefits. It promotes holistic health and well-being by addressing various health conditions. Acupuncture can relieve pain and aches, support a healthy digestive system, and aid in weight management. Additionally, it helps alleviate stress, chronic fatigue, and insomnia, ensuring a balanced and reassuring experience for your overall wellness journey.

It’s important to stay open-minded at your first TCM clinic visit as TCM focuses on holistic and personalised treatment. Wear comfortable clothing, bring your medical history, and be ready to discuss your lifestyle, diet, symptoms, and concerns with us.

TCM clinics can treat and manage chronic illnesses like migraines and back pain with tailored treatments.

TCM acupuncture works by inserting thin, sterile needles into specific points on the body to stimulate energy flow, known as Qi, along pathways called meridians. When Qi flows smoothly, health is maintained, but disruptions from factors like wind, cold, or dampness can cause pain and symptoms. Acupuncture restores balance and activates your body's natural healing abilities, providing relief from pain.

The common ailments that can be treated with TCM acupuncture are:

• Pain Relief: Addresses chronic pain, migraines, arthritis, back pain.

• Digestive Health:Helps with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), acid reflux, bloating.

• Stress and Anxiety: Alleviates stress, anxiety, depression.

• Sleep Disorders: Improves sleep quality, treats insomnia.

• Respiratory Issues: Eases asthma, allergies, sinusitis.

• Women's Health: Balances hormones, relieves menstrual and menopause symptoms.

• Chronic Fatigue: Boosts energy, combats fatigue, improves circulation.

In Singapore, the TCM Practitioners Board (TCMPB) under the Ministry of Health (MOH) regulates and accredits TCM clinics, ensuring practitioners are licensed, clinics follow hygiene and safety standards, practitioners participate in continuing education, and adhere to a strict code of ethics.

When administered by our experienced TCM physician, there are typically little to no side effects, with occasional mild bruising being the most common. Patients often report feeling less pain, more calm, and increased energy after treatment.

The most popular TCM services available are acupuncture, cupping therapy, massages, and herbal remedies.

The frequency and number of TCM acupuncture treatments depends on individual conditions and the recommendations of our TCM physician. For acute conditions, treatments are generally suggested 1-2 times per week until significant improvement is noticed. For chronic conditions, treatments might be scheduled less frequently, such as once a week or once every two weeks, to maintain benefits and manage symptoms.

Consulting with a qualified TCM physician is always best to determine the most appropriate treatment plan for your needs.

TCM services can be right for you if you embrace natural, holistic treatments that address root causes and not just symptoms.

A typical acupuncture session at our clinic lasts between 20 to 30 minutes. The total duration will be 40 minutes to an hour, which includes consultation, with optional preparation of customised herbal prescriptions depending on your needs. If you are bedridden or unable to visit the clinic, our house call services are here to support you. Simply complete our house call appointment form, and we’ll arrange a convenient time for your session.

Yes, here at Chong Hoe Healthcare, we only use authentic and premium quality herbs tailored to your specific needs.

Specific conditions like chronic pain, digestive issues, stress, and hormonal imbalance are some of the best examples that require treatment at a Chinese medical clinic.

Yes, absolutely. TCM offers gentle, personalized treatments that can support children’s growth and overall wellbeing. TCM herbs are safe for use on children under supervision of licensed TCM Physician. TCM Paediatric Massage– a specialised form of tuina solely for children– is also a popular way to support your child in areas such as respiratory and digestive health, as well as in the areas of sleep and mental clarity. It does not impose a burden on the digestive system, and can be used on its own or together with herbal medicine.

Pregnant women can also benefit from TCM approaches such as acupuncture and herbal remedies—however, these must be administered with caution and always under the supervision of a licensed practitioner.