Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Alternative Medicine in Bendigo
Established in 2003, Bendigo Chinese Medicine has dedicated itself to providing holistic healthcare solutions rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Our practice combines ancient healing philosophies with modern clinical expertise to address physical, mental, and spiritual well-being through personalized treatments. Our team of qualified practitioners specializes in acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, and wellness education, offering tailored therapies to restore balance and promote long-term health. With decades of combined experience, we integrate TCM principles with contemporary research to ensure effective, evidence-informed care. Our services extend beyond symptom management to include preventative strategies, empowering clients with tools for self-care and optimal health.We maintain rigorous professional standards through ongoing education and affiliations with recognized regulatory bodies. By blending TCM traditions like Japanese acupuncture and Manaka protocols with Western medical insights, we provide comprehensive care for diverse health concerns. Our clinic emphasizes client education through specialized classes, including acupressure birthing techniques and Qi Gong practices. We prioritize transparent communication, ethical practice, and individualized treatment plans to meet each client's unique needs. This commitment to excellence has established us as a trusted provider of integrative healthcare solutions in Bendigo and surrounding regions.
Services
Acupuncture
Herbal Medicine
Birthing Classes
Japanese Acupuncture
Qi Gong Classes
Dermatology Treatments
Prenatal Care
Moxibustion
Cupping Therapy
Tui Na Massage
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of combined experience in Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Our practitioners are registered with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency
- We provide specialized dermatology-focused herbal medicine training
- We offer both TCM and Japanese acupuncture methodologies
- Our clinic includes certified Manaka protocol practitioners
Services
Acupuncture
Our acupuncture treatments use fine needles to stimulate energy flow and address health imbalances. We offer both Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Japanese styles, including Manaka protocols. Treatments target pain management, stress reduction, and systemic wellness through precise meridian point stimulation.
Chinese Herbal Medicine
Custom herbal formulations address specific health conditions using time-tested combinations of plant, mineral, and animal-derived ingredients. We provide raw herbs, granules, and capsules tailored to individual needs, with careful consideration of medication interactions and safety protocols.
Birthing Classes
Specialized acupressure and moxibustion techniques prepare expectant parents for natural childbirth. Classes cover fetal positioning, pain management, and postnatal recovery strategies, combining traditional Chinese practices with modern birthing science to empower confident childbirth experiences.
Japanese Acupuncture
This gentle approach emphasizes abdominal diagnosis and subtle energy balancing through the X-System. Utilizing Manaka protocols, treatments focus on restoring fundamental energy patterns through ion regulation and Sotai exercises for long-term structural and energetic harmony.
Dermatology Treatments
Specialized herbal formulations and topical treatments address skin conditions using both internal and external applications. Our practitioners combine TCM principles with modern dermatological research to treat chronic skin issues through holistic, systemic approaches.
People
Kylie Freemantle
Principal Practitioner
Registered Chinese Medicine practitioner with 20+ years experience, specializing in dermatology and Japanese acupuncture. Holds postgraduate qualifications from Nanjing University and RMIT, with advanced training in Manaka protocols and skin condition treatment.
Wan-Jung Cheng
Acupuncture Practitioner
Qualified TCM practitioner offering acupuncture and herbal medicine treatments. Provides comprehensive care for diverse health conditions using traditional Chinese medical approaches and modern clinical techniques.
Questions
What conditions can Chinese Medicine treat?
Our treatments address pain management, stress-related disorders, women's health issues, digestive problems, respiratory conditions, and skin disorders using acupuncture and herbal medicine.
What happens during an acupuncture consultation?
Initial consultations include detailed health assessment, pulse and tongue diagnosis, followed by tailored treatment involving needle insertion, moxibustion, or cupping as needed.
Are herbal medicines safe with current medications?
Our practitioners carefully review all medications and supplements to ensure safe herb combinations and avoid potential interactions during your personalized treatment planning.
How many sessions will I need?
Treatment plans vary by condition complexity, typically requiring 4-8 sessions for chronic issues, with maintenance options available for ongoing wellness support.
Do you offer prenatal care services?
Yes, we provide specialized prenatal acupuncture, herbal support, and acupressure birthing classes to prepare for natural childbirth and postnatal recovery.
