Foundations of TCM

  • Yin-Yang Theory
  • Five Elements Theory
  • Meridians & Acupoints
  • Qi, Blood, and Body Fluids
  • Zang-Fu Organs

Detailed Explanation of the Eight Principles in TCM Diagnosis

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Detailed Explanation of the Eight Principles in TCM Diagnosis

The Eight Principles (Ba Gang) in TCM diagnosis refer to Yin-Yang, Exterior-Interior, Deficiency-Excess, and Cold-Heat, which are paired opposites. Yin-Yang pertains to the relationship between substance and function, Exterior-Interior pertains to location, Deficiency-Excess pertains to the primary and secondary conditions, and Cold-Heat pertains to physiological processes. 1. Yin-Yang Many people discuss the Eight Principles without … Read more

Differentiation of Syndromes in Traditional Chinese Medicine: The Eight Principles

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Differentiation of Syndromes in Traditional Chinese Medicine: The Eight Principles

Differentiation of Syndromes in Traditional Chinese Medicine: The Eight Principles The Eight Principles of differentiation (Ba Gang Bian Zheng) are the fundamental guidelines in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) diagnosis. They are primarily derived from a comprehensive analysis of data obtained through the four examinations (inspection, auscultation, inquiry, and palpation), categorized into eight types of syndromes: … Read more

The Differences Between Eight Principles Diagnosis and Meridian Diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine

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The Differences Between Eight Principles Diagnosis and Meridian Diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine

This article is excerpted from: “Cheng Kai’s Health Talk: Discussing Health from Head to Toe”. Published by: World Book Publishing Company, Beijing Branch In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), there are many diagnostic methods, among which the well-known Eight Principles Diagnosis includes the concepts of Exterior and Interior, Cold and Heat, Deficiency and Excess, and Yin … Read more

Understanding the Eight Principles in TCM Diagnosis

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Understanding the Eight Principles in TCM Diagnosis

Respect Life, Uphold Virtue“Diagnosis and Treatment” — The Eight Principles of Differentiation The Eight Principles of Differentiation (Ba Gang Bian Zheng) is the overarching framework for various diagnostic methods in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). The process of differentiation is based on theories of the organs (zang-fu), meridians (jingluo), qi (vital energy), blood (xue), body fluids … Read more

Understanding the Eight Principles: Exterior-Interior, Deficiency-Excess, Cold-Heat, and Ascending-Descending (Including Key Insights on Eight Principles Differentiation)

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Understanding the Eight Principles: Exterior-Interior, Deficiency-Excess, Cold-Heat, and Ascending-Descending (Including Key Insights on Eight Principles Differentiation)

For listeners who enjoy audiobooks, you can click below to listen to the audio. The concepts of Yin-Yang, Exterior-Interior, Deficiency-Excess, Cold-Heat are collectively referred to as the “Eight Principles” in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Among these, Exterior, Excess, and Heat are associated with Yang; while Interior, Deficiency, and Cold are associated with Yin. The term … Read more

A Comprehensive Guide to the Eight Principles of TCM Diagnosis

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A Comprehensive Guide to the Eight Principles of TCM Diagnosis

The Eight Principles of Diagnosis is the fundamental framework of TCM diagnosis, aimed at TCM enthusiasts and beginners, and can also help patients understand their conditions. This article contains basic content and is a bit lengthy, so feel free to save it for later reading. Writing takes effort, so your encouragement and support are appreciated. … Read more

Differentiation and Treatment in Traditional Chinese Medicine: The Six Meridians and Eight Principles

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Differentiation and Treatment in Traditional Chinese Medicine: The Six Meridians and Eight Principles

Study Notes on the Treatise on Cold Damage The differentiation in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) primarily revolves around the Six Meridians and Eight Principles. The treatment in TCM is also mainly based on these principles, making the study of differentiation and treatment a core issue that must be explored. 1. Eight Principles The Eight Principles … Read more

A Concise Version of the Six Meridians and Eight Principles Diagnosis

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1. Concise Version of the Six Meridians Diagnosis(1) Taiyang Disease SyndromeThe Taiyang disease syndrome refers to clinical symptoms arising from external pathogens entering from the outside or diseases developing from within, leading to dysfunction of the Taiyang meridian and its associated organs. Taiyang is the meridian of abundant Yang Qi, governing the body’s exterior, gathering … Read more

Comprehensive Guide to the Eight Principles of TCM Diagnosis + Tabular Version (Purely Practical Content)

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Comprehensive Guide to the Eight Principles of TCM Diagnosis + Tabular Version (Purely Practical Content)

Click the image below to read ↓↓↓ —— The following is the main text —— The Eight Principles of Diagnosis (Ba Gang Bian Zheng) is a comprehensive framework for various diagnostic methods in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Diagnosis involves analyzing and identifying the symptoms of diseases, which is a primary process and method for understanding … Read more

Understanding the Eight Principles of TCM Diagnosis

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Understanding the Eight Principles of TCM Diagnosis

The Eight Principles, namely Yin, Yang, Exterior, Interior, Cold, Heat, Deficiency, and Excess, form one of the theoretical foundations for syndrome differentiation and treatment in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Through the four examinations, after mastering the diagnostic data, an analysis is conducted based on various factors such as the depth of the disease location, the … Read more