气血 (Qi and Blood)

Understanding the Slippery Pulse in Traditional Chinese Medicine

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Understanding the Slippery Pulse in Traditional Chinese Medicine

The slippery pulse (hua mai) is characterized by a smooth and flowing sensation, akin to the rolling of beads. —–《脉经》 This is a popular explanation and illustration of the slippery pulse found online, where it is generally described as feeling like a row of rolling beads. But can we truly feel it as depicted in … Read more

The Role, Indications, and Precautions of Fire Needle Therapy in Traditional Chinese Medicine

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The Role, Indications, and Precautions of Fire Needle Therapy in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Fire Needle TherapyFire Needle Therapy involves the application of a heated needle to acupuncture points or specific areas of the body, utilizing the heat to stimulate the flow of Qi and blood, thereby treating various ailments. Historically, fire needles were known as “burning needles,” “white needles,” or “burning acupuncture.” The mào huǒ zhēn (毫火针) is … Read more