Supplementing Qi What is Qi Deficiency? Qi deficiency is a term in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) that refers to a series of pathological changes and symptoms caused by insufficient vital energy (yuan qi). Qi is the most fundamental substance in the human body, formed by the essence (jing) from the kidneys, the energy from the … Read more
Do You Know About Spleen and Stomach Yang Deficiency? Spleen and stomach yang deficiency, also known as pi wei yang xu (脾胃阳虚) or zhong jiao xu han (中焦虚寒), refers to insufficient yang energy in the spleen and stomach. This deficiency weakens the warming ability of yang energy, leading to various cold and deficiency symptoms, such … Read more
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the piwei (spleen and stomach) is regarded as the foundation of postnatal life, responsible for the transformation and transportation of nutrients from food and water, providing nourishment and energy to the body. However, due to modern lifestyles and dietary habits, issues with the spleen and stomach have become increasingly common. … Read more
Moxibustion has significant effects, is simple and easy to perform, and is economical and practical, with almost no adverse reactions. However, during the moxibustion process, it is essential to follow the principles of conditioning and operational methods carefully. 1. The Order of Moxibustion is Important “In moxibustion, one should first treat the Yang and then … Read more
Moxibustion is well-known and widely practiced. Many people have purchased moxa sticks and moxibustion tools but do not know how to use them. This article will help you solve these problems. (Image source: Internet) First, let us understand what moxibustion is. It refers to the practice of igniting moxa (ai rónɡ) and applying it to … Read more
Moxibustion, also known as moxibustion therapy or moxa therapy, involves the use of moxa sticks or cones made from mugwort leaves to produce heat that stimulates acupuncture points or specific areas of the body. This method aims to activate the flow of qi (vital energy) and adjust the disordered physiological and biochemical functions of the … Read more
What is Moxibustion? Moxibustion, abbreviated as moxibustion therapy or moxa therapy, involves the use of moxa sticks or cones made from mugwort leaves to generate heat that stimulates acupuncture points or specific areas of the body. This method activates the flow of Qi (气) to regulate the disordered physiological and biochemical functions of the body, … Read more
“The Art of Acupuncture Meets FireXupu County Traditional Chinese Medicine HospitalUnique Acupuncture Techniques—Fire NeedleFire Needle The “Fire Needle Therapy” is referred to as “Burning Needle” (燔针) and “Quenching Needle” (焠刺) in the Huangdi Neijing. As stated in the Ling Shu chapter on meridians: “Treatment involves burning needle quenching,” and in the Ling Shu chapter on … Read more
Decoctions 1. Si Ni Tang (Four Reversal Decoction) Ingredients and Ratios:Fu Zi (Aconite, processed) 15 grams, Gan Jiang (Dried Ginger) 9 grams, Zhi Gan Cao (Honey-fried Licorice) 6 grams. Effects:Restores Yang and rescues from reversal. Fu Zi is extremely pungent and hot, serving as the primary herb for restoring Yang and rescuing from reversal, capable … Read more
Cold is one of the six excesses (liuyin) in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and is a common pathogenic cause. The six excesses are often related to seasonal climate and environmental factors. Cold is the primary qi of winter, and its pathogenic effects can be categorized into internal cold and external cold. Internal cold is a … Read more