The Treatment of Gout and Hyperuricaemia with Traditional Chinese Medicine

This article integrates modern medical perspectives on hyperuricaemia and gout with the holistic principles and syndrome differentiation of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). Hyperuricaemia is examined as a metabolic and systemic imbalance. The pivotal roles of the Spleen, Liver and Kidney in pathogenesis and treatment are emphasised. This includes an in-depth analysis of key pathological mechanisms such as damp-heat, qi stagnation and blood stasis. Highlighting TCM’s personalised and prevention-oriented approach, comprehensive therapeutic strategies are outlined including acupuncture, herbal medicine and lifestyle modification, providing innovative theoretical insights and practical clinical guidance for managing hyperuricaemia, gout and other associated conditions such as metabolic syndrome.