The sudden outbreak of an infectious disease caused by SARS-CoV-2 virus in December 2021 has caught many off-guard, with many who suffered severe respiratory and resulting in deadly causalities numbers before the introduction of vaccines to combat COVID-19. By July 21, we are expected to live with COVID-19 as it has evolved into an endemic disease. Even though Singapore has achieved an 88% full vaccination rate as of 29 August 22[1], many of us have caught this virus in momentum. Many who have recovered eventually have complained of feeling not totally well, a term known as long COVID or post-COVID conditions.
Symptoms of post-COVID / long COVID
- Fatigue
- Shortness of breath
- Chronic chesty cough with phlegm
- Brain fog
- Cognitive disturbances
- Headache
- Vertigo
- Alternation to olfactory function: Loss of the sense of smell and taste
- Chest tightness
- Reduced appetite
- Sore throat
- Dry cough
- Muscular and joint pain
- Changes to bowel movement: Diarrhea/constipation
- Irregularity in the menstrual cycle
How EMW support post COVID syndrome recovery
We recommend that affected patients receive TCM treatments to restore optimal body function and resolve lingering post-COVID symptoms. Our treatment plan will focus on the followings:
- To boost Yang energy on Du and Bladder meridians for better energy (Qi) circulation and immunity
- To improve on Lung, Spleen and Kidney function as they are responsible for a well-regulated respiratory system and immunity building
- To build up your gut health for better digestion and nutrients absorption
- To establish an enhanced colonic microflora (gut bacteria) in your gut for immunity building and strengthening
- To clear stagnated energy for your pain and aches
What to expect on your treatment sessions with us:
1. 50mins acupressure massage with indirect moxibustion which involves the burning of Mugwort leaves and deeper heat penetration into the tissue layers. (Done by our experienced in-house therapists)
2. 20mins acupuncture session with our physicians to work on specific acupoints and meridians catered to your constitution
3. Chinese herbs customized to your constitution after a classical TCM diagnosis with our physicians.
Our recommendation: once-a-week treatment for 4 sessions before a review. Therapeutic benefits and treatment duration can vary based on individual constitution and progression.
Our TCM Physicians
Principal TCM Physician
- M.Med(TCM Gynaecology)
- B.Sc(Hons) Biomedical Sciences
- Dip. Naturopath
- Ayurvedic Therapist(500hrs)
- Registered TCM Physician (Singapore MOH)
Senior TCM Physician
- M.Med(TCM Acupuncture & Moxibustion)
- B.Sc(Hons) Biomedical Sciences
- Certified Aromatherapist
- Registered TCM Physician (Singapore MOH)
TCM Physician
- M.Med(TCM Gynaecology)
- B.Sc(Hons) Biomedical Sciences
- Registered TCM Physician (Singapore MOH)
TCM Physician
- B.Med(TCM)
- B.Sc(Hons) Biomedical Sciences
- International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)
- Registered TCM Physician (Singapore MOH)
References
- Hannah Ritchie, Edouard Mathieu, Lucas Rodés-Guirao, Cameron Appel, Charlie Giattino, Esteban Ortiz-Ospina, Joe Hasell, Bobbie Macdonald, Diana Beltekian and Max Roser (2020) – “Coronavirus Pandemic (COVID-19)”. Published online at OurWorldInData.org. Retrieved from: ‘https://ourworldindata.org/coronavirus’ [Online Resource]