Research & Clinical Studies | Evidence-Based TCM & Practitioner Insights UK | Phoenix Medical
Evidence and collaboration
Research and Clinical Studies
We support evidence-based work in Chinese medicine through product supply, funding, and participation in clinical studies.
Explore current and previous projects, plus partner highlights, below.
Phoenix Medical research projects and clinical studies
We collaborate with UK and international research organisations to support studies that explore the safety and role of Chinese herbal medicine in practice.
Clinical trial for COPD
A government-funded clinical trial investigating a Chinese herbal formula for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), delivered with UK and international partners.
- UK and China collaboration model.
- Explores responsible use of herbal options within wider care pathways.
- Focus on reducing unnecessary antibiotic use where appropriate.
The RUTI Trial, University of Southampton
Phoenix Medical was selected as the herbal medicine supplier for a multi-centre, randomised, double-blind feasibility study investigating Chinese herbal medicine for recurrent urinary tract infections (RUTIs).
- Herb supply with modern quality controls.
- Batch documentation and testing processes applied.
- Dispensary-grade consistency to support trial requirements.
The ORCHID Study, University of Southampton
Phoenix Medical supported the ORCHID study (2012 to 2013), exploring Chinese herbal medicine within a funded research setting, with Phoenix acting as the supplier for concentrated herbal medicine used in the study.
- Research-led approach with established academic leadership.
- Supplier role focused on controlled quality and consistency.
- Published findings reported in an academic journal.
We support the development of a stronger evidence base for Chinese medicine through collaboration, careful supply, and responsible practice.