Understanding Bloodletting Therapy in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Bloodletting therapy, known as cì luò fàng xuè (刺络放血), is a technique that involves using a disposable bloodletting needle to puncture blood vessels or acupoints, releasing a suitable amount of blood to achieve therapeutic effects. This method is believed to promote circulation, relieve heat, harmonize qi and blood, and reduce swelling and pain. Clinically, it … Read more