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The Theory of Collateral Diseases in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Tongxinluo Capsules

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The Theory of Collateral Diseases in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Tongxinluo Capsules

The Theory of Collateral Diseases in Traditional Chinese Medicine The concepts of meridians, collaterals, collateral vessels, and collateral diseases are all rooted in the Huangdi Neijing (Yellow Emperor’s Inner Canon). Zhang Zhongjing’s formulas such as Xuanfu Hua Decoction, Dahuang Zhechong Pill, and Didao Pill, which utilize insect-based medicines, were recognized until the Qing Dynasty when … Read more

Revisiting the Pathogenesis of Diabetic Retinopathy from the Perspectives of ‘Xuanfu’ and ‘Luomai’ (Part II)

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Revisiting the Pathogenesis of Diabetic Retinopathy from the Perspectives of 'Xuanfu' and 'Luomai' (Part II)

Click the blue text above to follow us Revisiting the Pathogenesis of Diabetic Retinopathy from the Perspectives of ‘Xuanfu’ and ‘Luomai’ (Part II) Ruo Xiangxia, Wu Chengliang, Zeng Min Expert Introduction Ruo Xiangxia, MD, Chief Physician, Doctoral Supervisor, Director of the Research Department at Gansu Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Secretary of the Ophthalmology … Read more

Tongue Diagnosis—The Method of Diagnosing the Sublingual Collaterals

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Tongue Diagnosis—The Method of Diagnosing the Sublingual Collaterals

“The method of diagnosing the sublingual collaterals” is a component of tongue diagnosis. Over the years, through careful clinical observation of various diseases, it has been recognized that the method of diagnosing the sublingual collaterals can supplement and expand the application of tongue diagnosis, especially in the differentiation of blood stasis syndromes, providing significant diagnostic … Read more

Observation of Collaterals: Diagnosis of Pediatric Index Finger Collaterals

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Observation of Collaterals: Diagnosis of Pediatric Index Finger Collaterals

Observation of Collaterals 1. Observation of Pediatric Index Finger Collaterals The method of observing the index finger collaterals in children first appeared in the Tang Dynasty in Wang Chao’s “Shuijing Tujue”. This method developed from the collateral diagnosis of the fish border in the “Lingshu” and holds significant diagnostic value for children under three years … Read more

Sublingual Vessels – “Stasis Vessels”

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Sublingual Vessels - "Stasis Vessels"

In normal individuals, there are two longitudinal major vessels located on either side of the frenulum under the tongue, known as the sublingual vessels (舌下络脉, jié xià luò mài). They are also referred to as “stasis vessels” (瘀络, yū luò). The mucous membrane under the tongue forms a prominent fold that connects to the floor … Read more

Observations on the Sublingual Vessels in Tongue Diagnosis

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Observations on the Sublingual Vessels in Tongue Diagnosis

In normal individuals, there are two longitudinal vessels located on either side of the frenulum under the tongue, known as the sublingual vessels (shé xià luò mài). The mucous membrane under the tongue forms a prominent fold that connects to the floor of the mouth, called the frenulum (shé xì dài). On either side of … Read more

Understanding the Differences Between Jingmai (Meridians) and Luomai (Collateral Vessels)

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Understanding the Differences Between Jingmai (Meridians) and Luomai (Collateral Vessels)

Jingmai (经脉) are generally not easily visible; their changes in fullness and emptiness can be diagnosed from the cun kou (寸口) pulse position. The visible pulses are all luomai (络脉). All luomai do not pass through large joints but connect in the spaces where jingmai cannot reach, and when combined with the floating luomai of … Read more

Do You Suffer from Qi Deficiency?

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Do You Suffer from Qi Deficiency?

Manifestations of Qi Deficiency Overall Qi deficiency refers to the mental state of the individual. Qi deficiency develops gradually, and initially, the most common manifestations are as follows: Shortness of breath and low voice (difficulty inhaling, speaking softly, like a timid person) Reluctance to speak (feeling insufficient energy to talk, tiring easily when speaking, not … Read more

Understanding the Four Types of Deficiency in Traditional Chinese Medicine

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Understanding the Four Types of Deficiency in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Due to frequent late nights, prolonged sitting, and air conditioning, modern people often experience various minor ailments: Despite resting on time, they still feel weakness in their limbs; After walking for ten minutes, they quickly become breathless; They have cold hands and feet all year round, and even fear the cold; They speak with little … Read more

Tongue Imprints Indicate Qi Deficiency: Effective Qi Supplementation Methods

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Tongue Imprints Indicate Qi Deficiency: Effective Qi Supplementation Methods

Individuals with tongue imprints often belong to the group of those with Qi deficiency. Each person’s constitution reacts differently in various seasons, thus, the methods of health preservation also vary. What symptoms are associated with Qi deficiency? ✦1✦ People with Qi deficiency generally experienceshortness of breath and reluctance to speak, feeling too weak to talk, … Read more