What is a stroke?
The root causes of stroke in TCM
In TCM, stroke develops from a combination of factors that disrupt the flow of Qi (vital energy) and Blood. Long-term emotional stress, excessive working hours, strenuous activity, and a poor diet can gradually weaken the Kidney and Spleen, creating deficiencies in Qi, Blood, and Yin.
This leaves the body vulnerable to pathogenic forces such as wind, dampness, and internal conditions such as Blood stasis.
How TCM treats stroke
TCM addresses stroke by targeting the imbalances in Qi and Blood flow that cause the condition.
While Western medicine focuses on acute intervention and prevention, TCM complements this approach by managing long-term recovery, reducing chronic complications, and enhancing your quality of life.
Stroke recovery with TCM
Although modern emergency medicine has improved outcomes, many patients still experience speech impediments, limb weakness, swallowing difficulties, and cognitive decline after leaving hospital. TCM can begin as soon as you are discharged to help restore function, enhance quality of life, and reduce the risk of a second stroke.
TCM treatment focuses on addressing symptoms in the acute stage and root causes in the chronic stage. Starting treatment early promotes the circulation of Qi and Blood, clears the meridians and improves cerebral blood supply.
For best results:
- Begin treatment as early as possible after discharge
- Attend a minimum of two sessions per week
- Continue physiotherapy alongside TCM, if recommended by your care team
The first six months after a stroke are known as the “golden rehabilitation period”, when the nervous system is most capable of reorganising itself and the body's potential for recovery is at its peak. While treatment is still possible after six months, earlier intervention is always preferable.
Watch Senior Physician Ho Wee Kok explain how TCM can support your stroke recovery.
Why choose Thomson Chinese Medicine?
At Thomson Chinese Medicine in Singapore, all of our TCM physicians are licensed by the TCM Practitioners Board under the Singaporean Ministry of Health, ensuring you are in safe and capable hands.
Our physicians offer personalised stroke treatment plans based on your condition and are fluent in both English and Mandarin to ensure clear communication throughout your treatment journey.
We use TCM therapies to help manage stroke by addressing the underlying imbalances that contribute to the condition. With four convenient locations across the island in Paragon, Woodleigh, Novena, and Punggol, it's easy to fit TCM treatment into your schedule.
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