New approaches to stress and pain: masterclass insights from Chengdu

Continuing education as the foundation of our treatments.

Health and lasting recovery come from experience, precise treatment and continuous professional development. In order to offer our clients in Vienna even more individual and higher-quality TCM treatment, our practice director Wang Xiaorong attended intensive clinical training in Chengdu, China, in February 2026.

From 8 to 10 February she worked directly with the renowned TCM professor Dr Hong Zhang. As a second-grade professor, doctoral supervisor and nationally recognised mentor, Prof. Zhang brings more than 40 years of clinical expertise in acupuncture and Tuina therapy.

The art of TCM lies not only in healing, but in preserving harmony before disharmony arises. — Prof. Dr Hong Zhang

The scientific foundation: the work of Prof. Dr Hong Zhang

Professor Zhang is regarded in China as a leading authority whose work extends well beyond practical application. With almost 60 published papers and the direction of numerous national research projects — including for the National Natural Science Foundation of China — she has put the effectiveness of TCM on a scientific footing. Her published studies focus in particular on:

• Regulation of the nervous system: research into the effect of meridian stimulation in psychosomatic disorders.
• Chronic pain syndromes: clinical evidence for the treatment of degenerative spinal conditions.
• Prevention (Zhi Wei Bing): scientific approaches to building resilience against modern lifestyle-related illness.

What this training means for our clients in Vienna

The new input broadens our work in TCM, Tuina massage and whole-body recovery. Through this professional dialogue, techniques were refined that are specifically suited to the needs of people living in modern urban environments.

Support for neck and back complaints

Many people suffer from tension caused by long periods of sitting or screen work. The techniques Prof. Zhang taught for the musculoskeletal system aim at lasting relief:

• Precise handling of cervical spine and shoulder tension.
• Correction of muscular imbalances through targeted meridian work.
• Improved mobility for daily working life in Vienna.

Stress regulation and sleep quality

Sustained stress affects the autonomic nervous system. Building on Prof. Zhang’s clinical observations and studies, our practice now offers more specific approaches for:

• Inner restlessness and mental exhaustion.
• Stress-related sleep problems.
• Burnout prevention through energetic balancing.

Whole-body recovery in the heart of Vienna

Traditional Chinese Medicine sees the body as a functional whole. At our practice we combine this depth of craft from Chengdu with a European treatment culture built on attentiveness, individuality and taking time for the person in front of us.

Experience the synergy of a millennia-old tradition and modern scientific understanding. We look forward to accompanying you on your way to feeling better.