Blogs - Sin Kang TCM

Sep

World Breastfeeding Week: How to Increase Breast Milk Supply

By Sin Kang TCM

World Breastfeeding Week, observed in the first week of August, which has just passed, emphasises the significant health benefits of breastfeeding for babies and supports nursing mothers globally. Besides narrowing in on the health and welfare of the newborn, it's also a time to focus on enhancing maternal health while ...

Aug

The Water Element in TCM, the Kidneys, and Zhi (志）

By Sin Kang TCM

The Water Element in TCM How does TCM view the Water Element? The Five-Element Theory underpins TCM. Earth, Water, Wood, Metal, and Fire are the five elements in nature that cycle in phases through the seasons and human organs, according to this idea. The five components indicate energies that follow ...

Aug

How Acupuncture on My Face Made It Sharper & Got Rid of Dark Eye Circles in 1 Session

By Sin Kang TCM

[caption id="attachment_5111" align="aligncenter" width="800"] Facial acupuncture at Sin Kang TCM clinic[/caption] Facial acupuncture at Sin Kang TCM clinic Originally published on The Smart Local Facial acupuncture experience at Sin Kang TCM: When I was in my 20s, I could get away with late nights. 3AM sleep times after a ...

Jul

Lymphatic Drainage Massage: Reducing Water Retention and Swollen Lymph Nodes

By Sin Kang TCM

Water retention, also known as edema, is a common condition characterized by excess fluid buildup in the body's tissues. This excess fluid can cause swelling, discomfort, and even pain in the affected areas. While water retention can be caused by a variety of factors, including medications, pregnancy, and certain medical ...

Jul

What is Qi (气）? The 6 Types of Qi that You Need to Know

By Sin Kang TCM

[caption id="attachment_8700" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Types of qi[/caption] In Chinese medicine, Qi (气, chi) is thought to exist in several forms within the body, each serving a different purpose. Qi (pronounced "chee") is a fundamental concept in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and Chinese philosophy. It is often translated as "vital ...

Jul

The Different Types of ‘Heatiness’ – Excessive Heat

[caption id="attachment_6560" align="alignnone" width="1336"] The Different Types of ‘Heatiness’ - Excessive Heat[/caption] There are many factors for feeling feverish or ‘heaty’ (发热/上火) during the Spring Festival. Getting ‘heaty’ is the layman understanding for having ‘excessive internal heat’ symptoms in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). ‘Heatiness’ can be divided into Excessive ...

Jul

What Do the Colours of Cupping Marks Tell You About Your Body?

By Sin Kang TCM

What does the cupping marks mean? Cupping is a therapy used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) to remove blockages and stimulate the flow of qi. Cupping can be used to treat sore backs, calm swelling, and eliminate “dampness” and toxins, even fatigue. Overall, cupping helps to balance the yin and yang ...

Jul

Why are my Muscles Sore After Acupuncture?

By Sin Kang TCM

21 AUG 2021 Introduction Every now and then, a patient will come in for a follow-up appointment and ask if it’s normal for them to be sore after treatment. Usually, they’re asking because they were sore or in more pain for the next few days after treatment, which worried them. ...

Jul

Understanding Liver Function on World Hepatitis Day

As we approach World Hepatitis Day on July 28th, it serves as an important reminder of the significant role our liver plays in overall health. Your liver, a vital organ, performs numerous functions essential to life every single day. Often operating silently, it manages tasks that are crucial for ...

Jun

Experience Your Free TCM Tuina at Pasir Ris Mall!

By Sin Kang TCM

Your Pain Points, Our Priority In modern fast-paced life, physical fatigue and tension have become a common problem for many people. Long hours of work and poor posture habits often lead to muscle tension, neck stiffness, and overall discomfort. These problems not only affect your quality of life but can ...

Jun

Early Bird Special！Explore Sin Kang TCM Clinic at Pasir Ris Mall

By Sin Kang TCM

Pasir Ris Mall has finally opened on June 12, which located just beside Pasir Ris MRT and Pasir Ris bus interchange, and features over 150 retails, including health and beauty service such as Sin Kang TCM. We are thrilled to announce that Sin Kang TCM Clinic has officially opened ...

Jun

5 Ways Traditional Chinese Medicine Can Aid Men’s Health

By Sin Kang TCM

Men's health in today’s fast-paced environment calls for more than just hitting the gym or watching the diet. With all the stresses of modern living, it’s essential to care for your entire self, including your mental wellness and reproductive health. Despite modern-day health challenges, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) ...