There is a famous saying in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM): “When the righteous qi is within, evil cannot invade.” Only when the balance of Yin and Yang is achieved in our body can the righteous qi exist properly. So how can we ensure the balance of Yin and Yang in the body? Professional physicians suggest … Read more
Obesity is a problem that troubles a significant portion of the population today, especially among women. Previously, we discussed acupuncture methods for weight loss, but many people report that it takes courage to endure needles. Moreover, there are many methods available for weight loss, and acupuncture is not the only option. Today, we will discuss … Read more
Dampness is one of the six external pathogens. Excessive dampness in the body can lead to stagnation in specific areas, resulting in the spleen’s inability to function properly, which can cause symptoms such as fatigue, heaviness in the head, and heaviness in the limbs. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) recognizes that dampness can be categorized into … Read more
How to Use Moxibustion for Lower Back and Leg Pain For issues related to lower back pain and leg numbness, the core of moxibustion therapy lies in unblocking the meridians, warming and tonifying Yang Qi, and invigorating blood circulation to resolve stasis. Below is an optimized treatment plan and precautions: 1. Core Acupuncture Points (Key … Read more
Jiao Lü Zheng (Anxiety Disorder), also known as Jiao Lü Xing Shen Jing Zheng (Anxiety Neurosis), is an emotional disorder characterized primarily by anxiety, tension, and fear. Anxiety disorders can be divided into chronic generalized anxiety disorder and acute episodes, with acute episodes also referred to as panic attacks. Research indicates that chronic anxiety disorders … Read more
Article Summary: It should be decided based on individual circumstances; it can yield good results. If menstrual flow is heavy, moxibustion is not necessary; if it is light, it can be beneficial. This is because moxibustion promotes the flow of Qi and invigorates blood, thus it is primarily recommended for those with light menstrual flow. … Read more
Modern individuals often experience increased stress from various sources such as society and family, compounded by pollution affecting both body and mind. This can lead to symptoms like depression, irritability, memory decline, lack of concentration, insomnia, vivid dreams, halitosis, and fatigue. Men may experience erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, and prostatitis, while women may face issues … Read more
Some individuals, even in the scorching summer heat, find that the skin on their waist, legs, and buttocks feels neither warm nor hot to the touch, and the same goes for their feet. A very noticeable symptom is that the calves are often persistently swollen and feel cool, soft, and numb to the touch. For … Read more
TCM Book Club Issue 1972 Daily updates to accompany the growth of TCM practitioners IIntroduction: Moxibustion is widely known for tonifying Yang deficiency, but is it limited to this function? Can it be used for excess heat conditions? How should it be applied? How can we avoid harming Yin? Furthermore, how should we define the … Read more
What causes sweating during sleep? In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), this is referred to as “night sweats” (dàohàn), characterized by abnormal sweating after falling asleep, which stops upon waking.Night sweats indicate a deficiency of Yin energy, which is cold, cool, and watery in nature, typical of Yin deficiency.When Yin is deficient, it cannot restrain Yang; … Read more