Chinese herbal medicine is one of the oldest and most sophisticated parts of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Rather than masking symptoms, a well-chosen herbal formula works to correct the underlying pattern driving a health issue, so improvements hold. At Wellspring Health we use top-quality herbs, prescribed and tailored to you by Dr. Laura Cowburn.
The World Health Organization (WHO) recognizes TCM as a formal healthcare system and includes its principles in the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-11). Additionally, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) acknowledges it as a vital complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) modality.
How herbal medicine helps
Herbs are especially valuable for concerns that build up over time or need steady, ongoing support. We often recommend them for:
- Digestive health, rebalancing the gut from the inside out
- Women’s health, supporting the cycle and hormonal shifts
- Respiratory concerns, easing respiratory tract congestion and supporting the lungs, nose and sinuses
- Allergies and immune support, strengthening the body’s defences
Working alongside acupuncture
Herbs and acupuncture are natural partners. After a course of acupuncture addresses the main imbalance, a herbal formula is often recommended to support and stabilise your progress between visits, helping the results last. Everything is prescribed with your full health picture and any medications in mind; herbal medicine works alongside your medical care, never instead of it.
Quality and care
Dr. Cowburn draws on two master’s degrees and extensive clinical experience to prescribe safely and precisely. To find out whether herbs could help you, book an appointment or get in touch.
