Acupuncture
At Elsternwick Acupuncture, our experienced team of registered practitioners provides Acupuncture and Chinese medicine care for a wide range of health concerns.
Whether you’re coming to us for fertility support, women’s health, pain, digestive concerns or general wellbeing, we believe good treatment starts with taking the time to understand your health.
Our approach draws on traditional Chinese medicine alongside an understanding of modern medicine, with treatment decisions based on your medical history, current concerns and individual circumstances.
What is Acupuncture ?
Acupuncture is one of the principal therapies used in Chinese medicine and has been practised for thousands of years.
It involves the insertion of very fine, sterile, single-use needles at carefully selected points on the body. The points chosen will depend on your symptoms, health history and the findings of your consultation.
In Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture is understood through concepts such as Qi and meridians, which form part of its traditional framework for understanding health.
At our Melbourne clinic, we believe acupuncture should be approached with the same clinical care and attention as any other healthcare treatment. We take the time to explain our recommendations, monitor your response and review your treatment as your health needs change. Where appropriate, we work alongside your GP, specialist or other healthcare providers.
Chinese Herbal Medicine
Just like acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine has been used for thousands of years to support fertility, hormonal health, digestion, immune strength, and more.
At Elsternwick Acupuncture, we create custom herbal formulas designed specifically for your unique condition and constitution. These formulas may include herbs that:
Regulate hormones
Boost immunity
Reduce inflammation and pain
Tonify deficiencies (e.g. low energy, poor circulation)
Support fertility and menstrual health
We only use high-quality herbal granules that are safe, potent, and easy to take — no brewing required. Each blend is carefully chosen based on your current presentation and adjusted as your condition evolves.
Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine for Fertility, Women’s Health & Pain

IVF
Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine tailored to your individual IVF plan and provided alongside your fertility specialist.

Fertility
Supporting women and couples planning a pregnancy or seeking support for fertility concerns.

Pregnancy
Acupuncture for first trimester support through to preparation for birth.

Menopause
Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine to support women navigating perimenopause, menopause and changing hormonal health.

Pain
Acupuncture focusing on promoting relaxation, encouraging circulation to support your body’s natural healing.

Women’s Health
Support for PCOS, endometriosis and a wide range of women’s health concerns.
Why Choose Elsternwick Acupuncture?
- Over 22 years of clinical experience – founded and led by Dr Emma Vanheems (Chinese Medicine)
- AHPRA Registered Practitioners with expertise in fertility, IVF, women’s health, pain and general health
- Experienced in complex fertility cases
- Working alongside your medical team – with an understanding of reproductive medicine & IVF protocols
