Introduction to Gua Sha Gua Sha is based on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theory, using materials such as ox horn or jade to scrape the skin in relevant areas to achieve the purpose of unblocking the meridians. Gua Sha is a simple operation and is one of the traditional natural therapies in China. However, Gua … Read more
Cupping A distinctive therapy in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Cupping is a traditional therapy in China that utilizes fire or suction methods to create negative pressure within the cups, causing local bruising as the cups adhere to the skin. Nowadays, cupping is also chosen abroad to relieve muscle soreness and eliminate fatigue. However, at times, … Read more
—— Balance Cupping ——The cupping therapy, historically known as “Jiao Fa”, utilizes cups as tools to create negative pressure through methods such as fire and suction, allowing them to adhere to the body surface. This technique aims to promote meridian circulation, invigorate qi and blood, reduce swelling and pain, and dispel wind and cold. Balance … Read more
Acupoint Inquiry Secret Recipe Inquiry Classics of TCM Meridian Acupoints Bone Setting and Spinal Adjustment Traditional Chinese Acupuncture Tui Na Massage Gua Sha and Cupping Dong’s Special Acupoints Tongue Diagnosis and Pulse Diagnosis Pediatric Tui Na Human Anatomy Main Text Bloodletting, also known as ci xue (刺血), is sometimes referred to as ci luo (刺络) … Read more
Bloodletting Therapy The medical effects of bloodletting therapy are as follows:： 1. Heat Dispelling Bloodletting therapy can reduce fever. Ancient medical texts record the concept of “dispelling heat through bloodletting.” There are many causes of fever; generally speaking, bloodletting therapy is particularly effective for exogenous heat and Yang excess heat. After bloodletting, it can promote … Read more
1. Overview of Bloodletting Therapy in Traditional Chinese Medicine Bloodletting therapy, also known as “needling bloodletting therapy,” is a method that involves using needles or blades to puncture or incise specific acupuncture points and areas of the body to release a small amount of blood for the treatment of diseases. This therapy can be traced … Read more
IntroductionThe collaterals are an important component of our meridian system. Bloodletting therapy is a unique acupuncture technique in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), with extensive records of its application in the “Huangdi Neijing” (Yellow Emperor’s Inner Canon).Research indicates that bloodletting therapy has a beneficial bidirectional regulatory effect on the blood system. This technique can promote metabolism, … Read more
“Bloodletting therapy” is also known as “pricking therapy.” It involves using a needle to prick acupuncture points, lesions, pathological reaction points, or superficial blood vessels to release a certain amount of blood for therapeutic purposes. The Sanleng needle originates from the ancient nine needles, specifically the “sharp needle.” The Ling Shu: Nine Needles states that … Read more
Bloodletting and NeedlingWhen a TCM practitioner prepares to perform bloodletting and needling on a patient, many patients often curiously ask:“Are you going to let my blood out?”or “Are you going to use a ‘blood cupping’ technique?” (The folk practice of “bloodletting therapy” can be quite alarming) In fact, the TCM practices of “needling”, “bloodletting”, and … Read more
Cupping with Bloodletting Therapy Traditional Chinese Medicine Therapy Cupping with bloodletting therapy is a combination of “bloodletting therapy” and “cupping therapy” commonly referred to by the public as “blood cupping”. Let’s explore cupping with bloodletting therapy! What is Bloodletting Therapy? Bloodletting therapy is a unique acupuncture treatment method in TCM, referred to as cì luò … Read more