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Five-Minute Needle Technique to Treat Persistent Hiccups After Abdominal Surgery

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TCM Book Club Issue 4000Daily updates to accompany the growth of TCM practitioners IIntroduction：Abdominal surgery can stimulate the gastrointestinal tract and fascia, potentially leading to persistent hiccups. Sometimes, acupuncture at Neiguan (内关) and Zusanli (足三里) is ineffective. The author employs manual acupuncture, applying strong stimulation at the terminal point of the Hand Yangming Large Intestine … Read more

Renowned TCM Practitioner Huang Dingjian: The Efficacy of Fine Needle Acupuncture in Treating Chronic Illness

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Renowned TCM Practitioner Huang Dingjian: The Efficacy of Fine Needle Acupuncture in Treating Chronic Illness

Image of Professor Huang Dingjian performing acupuncture treatment for a patient. On a morning after heavy rain, the reporter visited the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi University of Chinese Medicine to seek out the renowned TCM expert and acupuncture master, Professor Huang Dingjian. At 83 years old, Professor Huang is in his esteemed clinic, consulting … Read more

The Treasures of Traditional Chinese Medicine: The Unique Technique of Mang Needle Therapy

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The Treasures of Traditional Chinese Medicine: The Unique Technique of Mang Needle Therapy

Acupuncture, as a suitable technique in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), is familiar to everyone. But have you heard of Mang Needle (蟒针)? There is a seven-character quatrain from the late Qing Dynasty titled “Mang Needle Ode” that vividly describes the shape and power of the Mang Needle. Thick and long like a python Subduing demons … Read more

Needle Therapy for Common Diseases in TCM (Part 2)

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Needle Therapy for Common Diseases in TCM (Part 2)

The unique needle therapy in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) refers to the use of fine needles to stimulate specific acupuncture points on the body, aiming to unblock meridians and regulate the internal organs, thereby achieving the goal of strengthening the body’s defenses and expelling pathogenic factors to treat diseases. The indications for needle therapy are … Read more

The Nine Brothers of Acupuncture: The Fine Needle is Just One of Them

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The Nine Brothers of Acupuncture: The Fine Needle is Just One of Them

Acupuncture Image from the Internet When mentioning acupuncture, most people will picture the image shown above. However, did you know that this is actually just one member of the acupuncture family, called “mào zhēn (fine needle)”. The fine needle is almost synonymous with TCM acupuncture and is the most commonly used tool in modern acupuncture … Read more

The Efficacy and Functions of Medicinal Pastes in Traditional Chinese Medicine

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The Efficacy and Functions of Medicinal Pastes in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Click the blue text above to follow us Medicinal pastes, also known as gāo zī jì (膏滋剂), are one of the eight forms of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) preparations, which include pills, powders, pastes, elixirs, wines, tinctures, soups, and tablets. They can be used externally or taken internally. Internal medicinal pastes are made by concentrating … Read more

Why Are Medicinal Pastes More Effective and Longer Lasting Than Regular Herbal Formulas?

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Why Are Medicinal Pastes More Effective and Longer Lasting Than Regular Herbal Formulas?

When it comes to traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), most people’s perception is of the strong and difficult-to-swallow herbal decoctions. In recent years, a type of TCM formula—medicinal paste (gāo fāng)—has gradually entered the public’s life, being understood and accepted, thus changing people’s outdated views on TCM. The widespread acclaim for medicinal pastes is due to … Read more

Understanding Gao Fang: A Traditional Chinese Medicine Approach

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Understanding Gao Fang: A Traditional Chinese Medicine Approach

As the saying goes: “In autumn and winter, nourish Yin, and Gao Fang is the choice.” Gao Fang is a traditional health-preserving method unique to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), which not only draws from the strengths of folk medicine but also integrates the wisdom of renowned physicians throughout history. Helping you with autumn and winter … Read more

Shihua Gao Fang – A Tranquil and Calming Medicinal Paste

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Shihua Gao Fang - A Tranquil and Calming Medicinal Paste

What is Gao Fang? Gao Fang, also known as medicinal paste, is named after its form and is a high-grade tonic enjoyed by the ancient royal families. It is one of the eight forms of traditional Chinese medicine, which include pills, powders, pastes, elixirs, wines, tinctures, soups, and tablets. Gao Fang, also referred to as … Read more

Gaozi Formulas: The Right Time for Health Preservation in Winter

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Gaozi Formulas: The Right Time for Health Preservation in Winter

One spoon of gaozi formula is equivalent to ten decoctions; every drop is essence. Supplement in winter, and you will be free from illness next year. Supplement in winter, and you will be ready to tackle challenges in spring. Gaozi, also known as gaoji, gaozi medicine, or decoction paste, is named after its form and … Read more