When we think of needles, we might recall the scene in “My Fair Princess” where Rong Mama uses a needle on Zi Wei. However, today we are not discussing Rong Mama’s needle, but a type of fire needle made from tungsten-manganese alloy.The fire needling therapy, known in ancient times as “chao ci” or “shao zhen”, … Read more
Differentiating Cold and Heat in the Ten Patterns of Diagnosis Yang excess leads to heat, while Yin excess leads to cold; Yang deficiency results in external cold, and Yang deficiency can also lead to internal heat. Cold and heat are the two primary diagnostic criteria for identifying the nature of diseases, reflecting the imbalance of … Read more
Author: Keenman After a family member is diagnosed with a tumor, one of the most important tasks for us as relatives is to navigate through different hospitals and oncology departments to inquire about treatment options. This is crucial whether we are determining the first-line treatment plan at the onset of the illness or seeking subsequent … Read more
Inquiry is crucial for treatment, as it allows for a quick understanding of the patient’s main complaints and helps form a mental picture of the possible causes of the symptoms. During the patient’s responses, relevant diagnostic and treatment thoughts can be formed. This article summarizes common inquiries related to patients with cervical spondylosis and their … Read more
The Luo-connecting points are the acupoints where the Luo vessels branch out from the main meridians. Each of the fifteen Luo vessels has one acupoint, referred to as a Luo point (Luo-xue), also known as the “Fifteen Luo Points.” The term “Luo” implies connection and distribution. Each of the twelve main meridians has a corresponding … Read more
Click below to follow On the road to cancer resistance, I am here with you Qigong is a “rare flower” in the treasure trove of Chinese medicine, a healthcare exercise with national characteristics that is part of the heritage of traditional Chinese medicine. When it comes to Qigong, many practitioners immediately think of Guo Lin … Read more