In brief
The Women's Health programme at PULSE TCM is physician-led care for patterns across the menstrual cycle, fertility support, postpartum recovery, and menopause. Plans may combine acupuncture, moxibustion, cupping, gua sha, and herbal medication after consultation at our Singapore clinics.
- MOH-registered
- Pattern-based plans
- 15 clinics
The programme
Care for every stage of womanhood
Tired of pushing through period pain, hormonal shifts, or postpartum exhaustion? This pathway frames care around your goal and life stage, with personalised acupuncture and herbal therapy after a full TCM consultation.
A woman’s body changes at every stage of life. In TCM those shifts are governed by the harmony of qi and blood, including the Chong and Ren channels (the “sea of blood” and conception vessel) and the body’s essence (jing). Care may move stagnation, replenish Blood after birth, or nourish Kidney yin through peri-menopause, named in plain language after consultation. At PULSE, MOH-registered physicians can also coordinate with Heartland Rehab and PULSE Allied Health when recovery needs both East and West.
How care unfolds
Coordinated with gynaecology and PULSE Allied Health when cycles, postpartum, or menopause need both. Explore integrative care
Life stages
Understanding your body's natural rhythm
Four pathways through womanhood - fertility, cycles, postpartum and menopause, and general wellness.
Transitioning with grace and strength.
Postpartum recovery & menopause
- Postpartum hair loss
- Postpartum pelvic pain
- Mommy wrist
- Hot flashes & night sweats
- Menopausal insomnia
* Fertility and pregnancy support is adjunctive under physician guidance. Not a substitute for obstetric, gynaecology, or ART specialist care.
Approach to healing
Therapies used in women's health plans
Your physician recommends a combination based on your assessment. Not every visit uses every modality.
Acupuncture
Fine sterile needles at selected points after consultation, used to support hormonal regulation, comfort, and blood flow relevant to cycles and reproductive organs.
Acupuncture treatment
Moxibustion
Applying heat to specific points to “warm the womb,” particularly when fertility support or cold-type cramps call for gentle warmth.
Moxibustion treatment
Therapeutic cupping (ba guan)
Helps resolve blood stagnation and ease deep-seated tension or fatigue when that fits your pattern.
Gua sha (scraping)
A gentle scraping technique used to clear heat and stagnation. Often helpful for cycle regulation, breast engorgement, and hormonal puffiness when clinically appropriate.
Acupuncture is a common foundation. Moxibustion may warm when cold patterns feature. Cupping and gua sha can ease stagnation and tension. Herbal formulas join when your physician builds them into the care journey below.
Your care journey
A journey of restorative care
We don’t just treat symptoms; we decode your body’s unique signals to support longer-term hormonal harmony.
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Decode body patterns
History, the Four Examinations, and pulse/tongue diagnosis to name imbalances such as blood stasis or Kidney deficiency in plain language.
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Personalised treatment plan
A bespoke mix of acupuncture, cupping, moxibustion, and gua sha matched to your stage of life and goals.
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Proactive restoration
Steady follow-up to support regulation and recovery. Your physician refers to Western specialists whenever that is the safer next step.
Why patients choose PULSE
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MOH-registered, bilingual physicians
TCMPB-registered under MOH. English and Mandarin care across the network.
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Private rooms and regulated herbs
Calm treatment rooms; herbal medicines dispensed under physician oversight.
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Pattern-led plans, not a menu
Pulse and tongue reading shape modality choice and pacing for your cycle or stage.
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East meets West when needed
Coordination with Heartland Rehab and PULSE Allied Health when recovery needs both.
Physicians
TCM physicians for women's health
TCMPB-registered under MOH. Several female physicians available for gynaecology, fertility support, and postpartum care.
Physician Fang Ying
TCM Physician
Pain Management · Sports Injuries · Gynaecology
Physician Ji Hui Jun
TCM Physician
Gynaecological Issues · Women’s Health · Digestive Issues
Physician Judy Zhu
TCM Physician
Facial Beauty Acupuncture · Facial Nerve · Cosmetology
Dr Sim Beng Joo
Advisor / Consultant Physician
Gastrointestinal Syndromes · Pain Management · Sleep / Fatigue
Dr Kevin Tang
Consultant Physician
TCM Oncology · Pain Management · Gynecology
From the clinic
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Years of intensive clinical practice shape how I approach fertility support and women's health: restore energetic harmony carefully, then build a plan you can sustain.
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As a biomedical scientist and TCM practitioner, I bridge ancient clinical craft with modern precision, including gynaecological patterns and suboptimal health before it settles into something harder to shift.
Patient stories
Patient stories from women's health care
Limited-time offer
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TCM × Physiotherapy Recovery Trial
Two visits, one Woodleigh journey. Visit 1: TCM consultation with acupuncture or tuina. Visit 2: physiotherapy arranged by Heartland Rehab at the same mall.
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Locations
Find a women's health clinic near you
Private treatment rooms islandwide, near MRT, with bilingual teams and consistent hygiene standards.
- 15 clinics islandwide Including ION Orchard, Great World, Paragon, Woodleigh, Millenia Walk, Raffles Place, and neighbourhood locations across Singapore.
- Comfort and privacy Calm rooms built for confidential consultations on cycles, fertility, postpartum, and menopause.
FAQs
Women's health questions, answered
Timing, Western care, menopause, fertility pathways, safety, and booking.
How long does it typically take to see results for menstrual or hormonal issues?
Because TCM aims at the underlying pattern, lasting cycle regulation often needs about 3 to 6 menstrual cycles of consistent care. Many people notice less pain or softer PMS within the first 1 to 2 cycles. Your physician will set expectations at consultation.
Can I use TCM alongside Western hormonal treatments or the Pill?
Yes, as complementary care. Share your medications and reports. Physicians tailor acupuncture and herbs so they sit safely beside your Western plan, including helping with side effects such as bloating, mood shifts, or headaches when appropriate.
Can TCM help with menopause symptoms?
Often, yes. Care may focus on nourishing yin and clearing deficiency heat. Acupuncture and customised herbs are commonly used to support hot flashes, night sweats, and sleep disruption. Results vary; your physician reviews suitability first.
I am planning to conceive; should I follow this programme or the Fertility Programme?
This Women's Health pathway suits general cycle regularity and hormonal comfort. If you are actively trying to conceive, naturally or via IVF/IUI, ask about our Fertility Management focus for more targeted protocols. We will guide you after hearing your goals.
Can TCM help with postpartum hair loss, mommy wrist, or pelvic pain?
Yes. Postnatal plans often replenish Blood and essence lost in childbirth. That may include support for De Quervain's-type wrist pain (mommy wrist), hair shedding (postpartum hair loss), postpartum pelvic pain, and postnatal mood (postpartum depression) when clinically appropriate, plus milk supply support when indicated.
Are the treatments safe?
Care is delivered by MOH-registered TCM physicians using sterile single-use Seirin needles where acupuncture is indicated. Herbal medicines are prescribed under physician oversight. Tell us if you are pregnant or have medical contraindications so the plan can be adjusted.
Are there female TCM physicians for Women's Health concerns?
Yes. Several experienced female physicians work with gynaecology, fertility support, and postpartum care. We understand comfort and privacy matter here and will match you where we can.
Which clinic is my preferred physician at?
Many physicians consult across more than one outlet. Check schedules via online booking, WhatsApp, or phone, and we will help you find a suitable slot.
References
Sources & page citations
- Wang Z, et al. The effect of traditional Chinese medicine treatment on the cumulative live birth rate of patients with poor ovarian response. International Journal of Women's Health. 2024;16:2377–2386. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39749024
- National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health. Traditional Chinese medicine: What you need to know. 2019. nccih.nih.gov
- Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners Board. Registration & practice standards for TCM physicians. Ministry of Health, Singapore. healthprofessionals.gov.sg/tcmpb
- Ministry of Health Singapore. TCM practitioners (Healthcare Professional Portal). hpp.moh.gov.sg/tcm-practitioners
- World Health Organization. Traditional, complementary and integrative medicine. who.int
Clinically reviewed
Reviewed by Dr Sim Beng Joo
Advisor (Science & Strategy) / Consultant Physician · TCMPB T1303003A
MOH-licensed TCM physician and biomedical scientist, with clinical work spanning digestion, pain, sleep or fatigue, and gynaecological disorders and women's health.
View full profileEducational information based on clinical experience and TCM principles. Not a substitute for personalised consultation. Speak with your healthcare provider before starting new treatments. TCM complements (and does not replace) urgent or specialist Western medical care, including obstetrics and gynaecology.
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