Perineal pain, also known as yin bu shen jing tong zong he zheng (perineal neuralgia syndrome), is a type of recurrent and distressing pain in the testicular area with an unclear etiology. Symptoms often include lower abdominal heaviness, testicular pain, a feeling of heaviness, and pain in the penis and inner thigh. The pain is … Read more
He is young and accomplished, bearing the dual responsibilities of administrative management of a department and being a leading figure in his field; he holds multiple positions, but his only goal is to safeguard the health of the people! This issue takes you into the world of Zhao Qingbo, Assistant Director, Head of the Medical … Read more
Filiform needles are one of the “Nine Needles” from ancient times. According to the “Ling Shu: Nine Needles and Twelve Origins, Chapter One” and “Ling Shu: Discussion on Nine Needles, Chapter Seventy-Eight”, it is recorded: “The filiform needle is sharp like a mosquito’s proboscis, used gently and slowly, lingering slightly to nourish, in order to … Read more
The balance of Yin and Yang in the human body is not fixed; as stated in the “Su Wen: On the Correspondence of Yin and Yang”: “When Yin is heavy, Yang must be present; when Yang is heavy, Yin must be present.” Therefore, the balance of Yin and Yang can easily be disrupted. This is … Read more
The Forsythia (Liánqiào) is a precious flowering plant that typically blooms in early spring, specifically in March. However, there have been reports indicating that Forsythia can bloom a second time in early winter, with photographic evidence to support this. Experts suggest that this unusual occurrence may be due to the climatic conditions in early winter … Read more
Dr. Xiao Bai: A reference article for clinical practice in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Introduction: Today, let us learn from Mr. Tao Yufeng about the 21 uses of Huang Lian (Coptis Chinensis). 1 Huang Lian is a key herb for treating eye diseases, dysentery, and vomiting. However, for eye diseases, it must be combined with … Read more
Gaoji, also known as medicinal paste, is named after its form and is one of the eight types of medicinal preparations in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), which include pills, powders, pastes, elixirs, wines, tinctures, soups, and tablets. The medicinal paste can be applied externally or taken internally. Externally applied pastes are commonly used in TCM … Read more
“Gaoji” includes ointments, plasters, and medicinal pastes (commonly known as “Gaozi medicine”). Gaoji is one of the traditional forms of Chinese medicine, known for its nourishing properties, hence also called Gaozi. In ancient times, it was referred to as thin patches, made by boiling medicinal herbs with plant or animal oils into a gel-like substance, … Read more
Gua Sha is one of the traditional natural therapies in China. It is well-known among middle-aged and elderly individuals and is often used to treat various common ailments. The back is one of the most common areas for Gua Sha, and it is particularly effective for colds when applied along the sides of the spine. … Read more
Cupping Therapy The retention cupping method is the most commonly used technique in cupping therapy, also known as the sitting cupping method. It involves placing the cup on the skin and leaving it in place for a period of time. The retention time ranges from 5 to 20 minutes, depending on the patient’s condition, the … Read more