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Why Does Anxiety Make Sleep Worse?
A Traditional Chinese Medicine View on “Disharmony Between the Heart and Liver” Many people experience this cycle: The more anxious you feel, the harder it is to fall asleep Your body is exhausted, but your mind won’t shut down You wake up easily, dream a lot, or feel unrested in the morning Poor sleep then makes your anxiety even worse From a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) perspective, this is not simply “overthinking.”It is often a pattern known as “Disharmony Between t
Feb 252 min read


What Happens if You Don't Treat Frozen Shoulder? Will It Really Get Better on Its Own?
Written By:C.M.P. Melody 林医师 This is a question on the minds of many people with frozen shoulder. Your shoulder is painful and stiff—is...
Sep 11, 20253 min read


"Frozen Shoulder" Recovery: What to Eat? What to Do? These Tips and Taboos Will Help You "Thaw" Faster!
Written By:C.M.P. Melody 林医师 While the recovery process for "frozen shoulder" can be long, your diet and lifestyle play a crucial role in...
Sep 11, 20255 min read


Beyond Acupuncture: What Other TCM Treatments Are There for "Frozen Shoulder"? What Can You Do at Home?
Written By:C.M.P. Melody 林医师 For the frustrating problem of "frozen shoulder," TCM has a complete set of therapies beyond acupuncture to...
Sep 11, 20254 min read


Is Acupuncture for Frozen Shoulder Really Effective? And How Many Sessions Will It Take to Get Better?
Written By:C.M.P. Melody 林医师 The answer is yes: acupuncture is an effective treatment for frozen shoulder. It's a very important and...
Sep 11, 20253 min read


What Exactly is "Frozen / Fifty Shoulder"? Is It Just a Part of Getting Old?
Written By:C.M.P. Melody 林医师 In Malaysia, we often hear the term " Fifty Shoulder ." If you’re in your 40s or 50s and your shoulder...
Sep 11, 20253 min read


Why Do Legs Recover Faster Than Hands After a Stroke, But the Foot Still Can't Lift Up?
Written by:C.M.P. Melody 林医师 Have you noticed that some people who have had a stroke can walk, but their toe seems to always droop, as if...
Sep 11, 20253 min read


Afraid of a Second Stroke? Don't Be! TCM Teaches You How to Lower Your Risk!
Article by :C.M.P Melody 林医师 For stroke survivors and their families, the most frightening question is: "Will it happen again?" Doctors...
Sep 11, 20254 min read


Long-Term Western Medication After a Stroke? TCM Can Lend a Hand to Make Your Recovery Smoother!
Article by :C.M.P Melody 林医师 After a stroke, many patients need to take various Western medications long-term—for blood pressure,...
Sep 11, 20254 min read


Can Post-Stroke Patients Rely Solely on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)? Is Physiotherapy Unnecessary?
Written By:Melody TCM Practitioner. Post-stroke rehabilitation is a complex and lengthy process. Solely relying on TCM treatment without...
Sep 11, 20254 min read


Feeling Constantly Weak After a Stroke?
Article by C.M.P Melody 林医师 Many stroke survivors share a common frustration: even after regaining movement in their limbs, they still...
Sep 11, 20254 min read


Why Do You Feel Particularly Tired or Sleepy After Acupuncture? 😴
It turns out your body is "self-repairing"! Many people have a common reaction after acupuncture: "Why do I suddenly feel so tired and...
Jun 24, 20252 min read
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