Cupping therapy, also known as “Zou Guan” (走罐), involves applying a layer of lubricant such as petroleum jelly or lard to the skin or the rim of the cup before suctioning. The cup is then applied to the selected area of the skin using the flash fire method or the dripping alcohol method. The practitioner … Read more
The nose is located centrally on the face, also known as Ming Tang (Hall of Brightness). The nose connects above to the throat and directly to the lungs, assisting the lungs in respiration, serving as the external orifice of the lungs. The lungs and nose not only cooperate in physiological functions but also influence each … Read more
1. Concise Version of the Six Meridians Diagnosis(1) Taiyang Disease SyndromeThe Taiyang disease syndrome refers to clinical symptoms arising from external pathogens entering from the outside or diseases developing from within, leading to dysfunction of the Taiyang meridian and its associated organs. Taiyang is the meridian of abundant Yang Qi, governing the body’s exterior, gathering … Read more
Warm Reminder This section aims to introduce the basic knowledge of acupoints in the human body, allowing everyone to have a fundamental understanding of them and a simple grasp of their application in external therapies such as moxibustion, cupping, and guasha. Many acupoints have high risks associated with needling; non-professionals in acupuncture should not attempt … Read more