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The “Essentials of the Golden Chamber” (hereinafter referred to as “Golden Chamber”) is a monograph by Zhang Zhongjing on the treatment of internal injuries and miscellaneous diseases. The book records over forty diseases, covering internal, external, gynecological, and other categories, many of which fall under the category of luo disease (络病) and its related syndromes. … Read more
Click above to read the classics of acupuncture To learn acupuncture, we must understand the basic concepts of ‘pulse’ (脉), ‘meridians’ (经), and ‘collaterals’ (络). Many people know these concepts superficially but do not understand their deeper meanings. Therefore, Professor Li traces back to the origins and analyzes the relevant content from a philological perspective … Read more
The Theory of Collateral Diseases in Traditional Chinese Medicine The concepts of meridians, collaterals, collateral vessels, and collateral diseases are all rooted in the Huangdi Neijing (Yellow Emperor’s Inner Canon). Zhang Zhongjing’s formulas such as Xuanfu Hua Decoction, Dahuang Zhechong Pill, and Didao Pill, which utilize insect-based medicines, were recognized until the Qing Dynasty when … Read more
Blood stasis is a familiar concept, but a type of “special blood stasis” is often overlooked. Research shows that among patients with coronary heart disease, 51% of men and 54% of women have this neglected special blood stasis, yet only6.3% of these patients receive appropriate diagnosis and treatment. Part 1: The Overlooked Special Blood Stasis … Read more
This article is selected from the Journal of Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, 2021, Volume 44, Issue 11 Authors: Zhang Yixin, Zhang Xiaoke Citation: Zhang Yixin, Zhang Xiaoke. Discussion on the Treatment of Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy from the Perspective of ‘Xuanfu – Luo Mai’ [J]. Journal of Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, 2021, 44(11): 1034-1038. … Read more
Click the blue text above to follow us Revisiting the Pathogenesis of Diabetic Retinopathy from the Perspectives of ‘Xuanfu’ and ‘Luomai’ (Part One) By Luo Xiangxia, Wu Chengliang, Zeng Min Expert Introduction Luo Xiangxia, MD, Chief Physician, Doctoral Supervisor, Director of the Research Department at Gansu Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Secretary of the … Read more
What are Luo points? In simple terms: Luo means to connect and distribute. Each of the fifteen Luo vessels has a corresponding acupoint, known as a Luo point. Luo points have five unique functions. 1. All twelve meridian Luo points have the function of connecting, regulating, and balancing the Qi and blood of the left … Read more
Click the blue text above to follow us Revisiting the Pathogenesis of Diabetic Retinopathy from the Perspectives of ‘Xuanfu’ and ‘Luomai’ (Part II) Ruo Xiangxia, Wu Chengliang, Zeng Min Expert Introduction Ruo Xiangxia, MD, Chief Physician, Doctoral Supervisor, Director of the Research Department at Gansu Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Secretary of the Ophthalmology … Read more
The Yellow Emperor said: The Qiao pulse has Yin and Yang; which pulse should be counted? Qi Bo replied: Men count their Yang pulses, women count their Yin pulses; those that should be counted are the Jing (meridians), while those that should not be counted are the Luo (collaterals). Translation: The Yellow Emperor said: The … Read more
▲Click the blue “Nan Ke Yi Meng” above to follow The luo (络) is where blood gathers; luo disease refers to pathological changes that occur when pathogenic factors penetrate deeply into the blood vessels of the organs. The scope of luo vessel pathology is extensive, involving various clinical specialties, and can generally be divided into … Read more