TCM Clinical Outcomes

Visualise Your Healing Trajectory

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Acid Reflux / GERD

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What to Expect When You Visit Us for Acid Reflux / GERD

When you visit us for reflux or upper digestive discomfort, we assess your digestion, eating habits, stress levels, and symptom patterns to understand what may be aggravating the problem. Your treatment plan may include acupuncture, herbal medicine, and gentle dietary guidance aimed at reducing irritation, settling reflux, and improving digestive comfort over time.

Time to Initial Symptom Relief

2–4 wks typical

Start Median: 3 周 Favourable outcome
100% 75% 50% 25% 0%
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Results Comparison

Recovery Rate (TCM)

With TCM 66% – 78%
No Treatment / Spontaneous ~12% (Drug dependent)
How Does the Treatment Work? ⓘ
Acupuncture Helps settle upper digestive discomfort.
Herbal Medicine Supports smoother stomach function.

Sustained Relief (%)

3 / 6 / 12 months
3 months 85%
6 months 78%
12 months 70%

Factors Influencing Recovery Speed

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Smaller, Regular Meals

• Eating lighter meals reduces pressure on the stomach. • More regular eating patterns often reduce reflux episodes.

Early Evening Meals

• Finishing dinner earlier gives digestion more time before lying down. • This often reduces night-time reflux and throat irritation.

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Late Heavy Eating

• Heavy meals late at night increase reflux risk. • Symptoms often persist when digestion is repeatedly overloaded before sleep.

Trigger Foods and Drinks

• Alcohol, greasy food, strong coffee, and spicy meals may aggravate symptoms. • Frequent triggering slows progress and increases flare-ups.

What does the Evidence say?
Research suggests acupuncture may help regulate digestive function and reduce symptoms such as bloating and reflux. References Zhou, W., Benharash, P., & Vaziri, N. D. (2016). Acupuncture for chronic pain and related disorders. Current Opinion in Anaesthesiology, 29(5), 583–589.

How do we estimate outcomes?

We combine insights from published research, our own experience and that of our peers, along with typical treatment timelines and conservative modelling assumptions, to map out common trajectories. The ranges presented reflect our experience only.

Important Disclaimer

This tool is intended for visualisation and general educational purposes only, to help clients gain a broad understanding of some common conditions managed by our practitioners. It is based on practitioner experience and selected published research. It does not account for individual circumstances, including your specific condition, medical history, medications, or other personal factors. Health conditions are complex, and outcomes can vary significantly between individuals. Our treatments are not a substitute for medical care provided by your healthcare professional. You should always follow the advice and treatment plan recommended by your medical practitioner, and consult them directly for guidance specific to your situation.