Benign Palpitations – TheTole Treatment & Herbal Approach
Benign palpitations are irregular or noticeable heartbeats that occur without underlying structural heart disease. They are usually not life-threatening but can cause discomfort, anxiety, or fatigue. Common triggers include stress, caffeine, hormonal changes, or temporary metabolic imbalance.
Overview
- Benign palpitations occur when the heart rhythm is temporarily irregular due to functional or external factors, rather than structural heart defects.
- Common symptoms include fluttering sensations in the chest, skipped or rapid beats, mild dizziness, fatigue, and occasional shortness of breath.
- Episodes are often intermittent, triggered by stress, stimulants, hormonal fluctuations, or lifestyle factors.
- From a TCM perspective, benign palpitations reflect Heart Qi deficiency, Yin-Yang imbalance, Liver Qi stagnation, and internal Phlegm or Damp obstruction, disrupting the flow of Qi and Blood.
TheTole Approach
Treatment Philosophy
- TheTole approach focuses on strengthening Heart Qi, harmonising Yin and Yang, clearing internal obstruction, and regulating Liver Qi.
- Treatment aims to reduce palpitations, improve circulation, and stabilise energy and heart rhythm.
Acupuncture
- Acupuncture is used to support Heart Qi, harmonise Yin-Yang balance, improve circulation, and reduce internal stagnation.
- Treatment points are selected based on the patient’s dominant symptoms such as fluttering, skipped beats, dizziness, fatigue, or stress.
Herbal Remedies
- Customized herbal formulations are designed to:
- Strengthen Heart Qi and support Yin-Yang balance
- Clear Phlegm or Dampness affecting cardiac function
- Regulate Liver Qi to reduce stress-related triggers
- Support overall energy and cardiovascular stability
Herbal prescriptions are adjusted according to symptom frequency, severity, and response to treatment.
Lifestyle & Diet
- Lifestyle guidance emphasises stress reduction, heart-friendly diet, hydration, and gentle movement.
- Dietary recommendations include whole foods rich in minerals and antioxidants, limited caffeine and alcohol, and avoidance of highly processed foods.
- Gentle exercise and breathing exercises are encouraged to improve circulation and stabilise Heart Qi.
Treatment Process
- Consultation with Dato’ Tole to assess palpitations, energy levels, stress patterns, and overall constitution.
- Personalised acupuncture sessions to stabilise rhythm, improve circulation, and harmonise Qi.
- Custom herbal prescriptions refined over time based on symptom trends and response.
- Ongoing follow-up to maintain heart rhythm stability and prevent recurrence.
Home Care Tips
- Monitor heart rhythm and note triggers such as stress, caffeine, or fatigue.
- Maintain balanced meals and hydration to support circulation and energy.
- Practice relaxation techniques such as meditation or deep breathing.
- Engage in light physical activity to improve cardiovascular resilience.
Research & Evidence
- Benign palpitations are commonly caused by temporary functional or environmental factors rather than structural heart disease.
- TCM treatment that strengthens Heart Qi, harmonises Yin-Yang, regulates Liver Qi, and clears internal Phlegm or Dampness aligns with improving rhythm stability and reducing recurrence.
- Integrative care including acupuncture, herbal therapy, and lifestyle adjustment supports both energy balance and cardiovascular health.
FAQs
Q: Are benign palpitations dangerous?
A: Generally, they are not life-threatening, but recurrent or severe palpitations should be evaluated to rule out underlying cardiac conditions.
Q: What triggers benign palpitations?
A: Stress, stimulants, fatigue, hormonal fluctuations, and metabolic imbalance are common triggers.
Q: Can acupuncture and herbal therapy help?
A: Many patients report reduced frequency of palpitations, improved energy, and better rhythm stability with consistent integrative therapy.
