I
believe we should
diagnose the 'syndrome' rather than the disease.
Cecilia grew up in the Netherlands in a family of Western doctors. Despite being accepted to the medical faculty of Groningen University (Netherlands), she chose to pursue her studies at the prestigious Beijing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine. After seven years of continuous study, Dr. The graduated with a Bachelors Degree in Chinese Medicine, which also incorporates the basic principles of Western Medicine. She practiced at various hospitals in Beijing, and commenced practice in Hong Kong in 1998. While Cecilia's excellent academic credentials form the basis
of her work, it is her empathy and insight that makes her method
of healing truly unique. For enquiries, please email cecilia@vitalitycenter.com.hk. |
Chinese Medicine looks at the human body and mind as an integrated and interrelated organic being. By focusing on imbalances between yin and yang, the major organs and the flow of Qi (vital energy), the scope of diseases that can be treated by Chinese Medicine is theoretically unlimited. Within Chinese Medicine there are different methods of obtaining balance (e.g. acupuncture and moxibustion, acupressure, tapping and cupping, qigong, exercise, diet, chi-nei-chang, the usage of herbs, etc.). The right combined usage of different methods will only strengthen the healing process. Chinese herbal medicine is not only used for chronic disorders, it is also widely used for acute diseases, sometimes in combination with western medicine, and sometimes on its own. In fact, at the moment herbal extracts are used for intravenous application in hospitals. A Chinese medicine practitioner can help patients with many different ailments. Very commonly seen are pain related problems, migraines, menstrual disorders, skin problems, allergies, rhinitis, sinusitis, water retention, insomnia, fatigue, infertility, pregnancy related problems like morning sickness, etc. However, since its main principle is to achieve balance and a smooth flow of Qi irrespective of how much or little this balance has been set off, it is also especially useful to gage one's own health even before more clear symptoms appear. Prevention before cure.
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