Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a philosophical concept, and it can also be described as a philosophical therapy. Philosophy is universally applicable, which is why TCM is flourishing worldwide, bearing abundant fruits. However, people generally find it difficult to accept TCM concepts, as they are highly conceptual and not easily understood. While concepts like Qi … Read more
Introduction: In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the concept of syndromes (zhenghou) fundamentally reflects the internal imbalance of Yin and Yang, the dynamics of Zheng (correct) and Xie (evil) energies, and other functional changes related to the characteristics of diseases. It serves as a comprehensive diagnostic concept that encapsulates the causes, nature, location, scope, and dynamics … Read more
Qi Stagnation Qi stagnation primarily results from emotional distress, phlegm, dampness, food accumulation, and blood stasis, which obstruct the flow of Qi, leading to local or systemic Qi stagnation and dysfunction of certain organs and meridians. When we feel emotionally unwell and cannot express it, we often feel a sense of Qi being “blocked.” We … Read more
1. Concept of Qi Stagnation Qi stagnation: refers to a pathological state where the flow of Qi is obstructed, leading to stagnation and blockage. 2. Causes of Qi Stagnation: 1. Qi stagnation is primarily caused by emotional distress, or by the obstruction of phlegm, dampness, food accumulation, heat, and blood stasis, which affects the flow … Read more