TCM Cough & Phlegm Treatment
Holistic TCM Solutions for Persistent Cough, Phlegm & Respiratory Discomfort
First Consult from $50 (Subsequently $30)
Treatments from $60 per session
No packages or hard selling - we keep things simple.
TCM Cough and Phlegm Therapies
Regain comfort and breathe easily with natural TCM therapies designed to clear phlegm, calm cough, improve lung function, and strengthen your respiratory system.
Acupuncture for Lung Qi Regulation
TCM Acupuncture helps:
- Strengthen Lung Qi
- Reduce cough frequency
- Clear phlegm blockages
- Improve breathing and airway comfort
Specific acupoints help relieve chest tightness, blocked phlegm, and chronic respiratory irritation.
Herbal Formulations for Phlegm & Cough Relief
Personalised TCM Herbal Medicine help:
- Dissolve phlegm
- Clear Heat or Warm the Lungs
- Stop persistent coughing
- Strengthen the Lung and Spleen systems
- Support long-term respiratory health
Herbal therapy is tailored according to your cough type (dry, wet, cold, heat, chronic).
Cupping Therapy for Chest Congestion
TCM Cupping on the upper back helps:
- Improve Lung Qi circulation
- Release tight chest muscles
- Loosen stubborn phlegm
- Reduce coughing triggered by tension
Dietary Guidance for Respiratory Balance
TCM-based dietary recommendations help you:
- Avoid phlegm-producing foods
- Strengthen the immune system
- Reduce inflammation in the respiratory tract
Benefits of TCM for Cough & Phlegm
- Clears phlegm naturally
- Strengthens Lung Qi
- Reduces chronic coughing
- Calms airway irritation
- Balances Heat, Cold, Wind, and Damp pathogens
- Supports long-term respiratory resilience
Your Journey to Respiratory Relief Begins Here
How can TCM help with cough and phlegm relief
TCM views cough and phlegm as signs of internal imbalance in the Lung, Spleen, or Kidney systems, and instead of merely suppressing symptoms, it works to clear pathogenic factors, strengthen Lung Qi, restore proper fluid regulation, and support long-term respiratory health by treating both the root cause and the symptoms.
Common Cough & Phlegm Patterns from a TCM Perspective
- Dry cough, throat irritation, night cough - Lung Yin Deficiency. Lack of moisture causes chronic irritation to the respiratory system.
- Thick, yellow phlegm, sore throat, heat - Phlegm-heat in the Lungs. often due to heat, diet, or infections.
- Transparent watery phlegm, sneezing, chills - Wind-cold Invasion, external chill disrupts the Lung's protective energy (Wei Qi), hindering its natural flow and function.
- Sticky phlegm, chest tightness, abdominal bloating - Dampness and Phlegm Accumulation. Linked to weakness of the Spleen.
- Chronic cough, shortness of breath, fatigue - Lung Qi Deficiency. Chronic cough is frequently the result of diminished lung function.
- Cough with wheezing, emotional triggers - Stress triggers a "fight-or-flight" response, disrupting the function of the lungs.
Causes of Cough & Phlegm from a TCM Perspective
Dietary Irregularities and Imbalance 饮食不规律, 不节
Irregular meals, overeating, spicy, greasy, or cold foods disrupt stomach function, create Dampness and Phlegm
External Pathogens 外感邪气
Wind, Heat, Cold, or Dampness entering the body disturb the Lungs.
Weak Lung or Spleen System 脾肺虚弱
Constitutional weaknesses or chronic illness impair fluid regulation.
Emotional Stress 情志不畅
Stress affects the Liver, disrupting Lung Qi movement.
Environmental Factors 环境因素
Cold air, pollution, allergens, or dry environments irritate the lungs.
Chronic Illness or Post-Infection Recovery
Weakens the Lung system and causes lingering cough.
Ways to Improve Respiratory Health Naturally
- Avoid cold or iced drinks
- Reduce dairy and oily foods
- Stay hydrated with warm water
- Practice breathing exercises
- Avoid smoking and secondhand smoke
- Strengthen immunity with regular rest
- Ventilate your living environment
- Avoid late-night eating
- Manage stress
Meet Our Physicians
Amanda Chua
Lead TCM Physician
Bachelor of Medicine, Chinese Medicine (Beijing University of Chinese Medicine)
Bachelor of Science (Hons), Biomedical Sciences (NTU)
M.Med, Combination of TCM and Western Medicine (Clinical) (Liaoning University of Chinese Medicine)
Languages Spoken: English, 中文
Special Interest: Pain Management, Fertility, General Wellness (Sleep & Gastro Disorders, Post-COVID Conditions)
Why Choose Regis Wellness
Take the First Step Towards Clear Breathing
Recover comfort, reduce coughing, and breathe freely again with natural TCM therapies
Schedule your initial consultation today.
Locate Us
Regis Wellness Katong
437 Joo Chiat Road, Singapore 427650
Near Marine Parade MRT
Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri:
8.30am - 2.30pm
5.30pm - 10.00pm
Wed:
8.30am - 2.30pm
Sat:
9.00am - 3.00pm
Closed on Sundays and Public Holidays. For the latest updates on our clinic’s opening hours, please check our Google Maps.
** We will end registration 45 mins before the displayed closing time above. Please make an appointment in advance to avoid disappointment.
