China has a long history of cupping therapy, with the earliest records dating back to the Western Han Dynasty, where it was merely considered a common surgical technique. It wasn’t until the Tang Dynasty’s “Wai Tai Mi Yao Fang” that cupping was officially documented as a therapeutic method. So, what is cupping? Cupping is a … Read more
Cupping therapy is a traditional technique in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), first recorded in the “Fifty-Two Diseases” (五十二病方). The therapeutic effect of cupping is based on negative pressure and warmth. Many people enjoy cupping therapy and wish to use it for any ailment, which is actually a misconception. Let’s take a look at the six … Read more
Cupping Therapy for Dampness: Recommended Acupuncture Points 1. Dazhui (Great Vertebra) Point [Indications] Fever, malaria, cough, wheezing, bone steaming heat, stiff neck, shoulder and back pain, lumbar stiffness, convulsions in children, epilepsy, fatigue from five types of labor, seven injuries, heat stroke, cholera, vomiting, jaundice, wind rash. 2. Fengmen (Wind Gate) Point [Indications] 1. Cold, … Read more
Introduction: In today’s fast-paced life, many ancient healing methods are being rediscovered and revitalized. Cupping therapy, a time-honored TCM practice, is one such treasure. By creating localized negative pressure, cupping not only promotes blood circulation but also helps relieve pain and improve metabolism. This article will take you deep into the scientific principles and practical … Read more
Cupping Therapy Overview Cupping therapy is a therapeutic procedure in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) that utilizes cups to create negative pressure on the skin surface through methods such as combustion, suction, or steam. This external treatment method, historically known as “Jiao Fa” or “Suction Tube Method,” promotes local blood circulation and can lead to beneficial … Read more
China is the birthplace of Chinese herbs. The ancient sages’ in-depth exploration, research, and summarization of Chinese herbs and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) have led to the widespread recognition and application of these herbs. Among the 42 types of herbs that grow in rural areas, we often walk past them without realizing their miraculous effects. … Read more
Introduction:The complete collection of commonly used Chinese herbal medicine images is here, a treasure worth keeping forever! Below is a compilation of commonly used Chinese herbal medicine images along with their properties, meridian affiliations, and therapeutic functions for your appreciation and reference. The Meridian Techniques public account has specially provided alternative names for each herb … Read more
So Comprehensive! 50 Common Chinese Herbal Medicines Found in Rural Areas and Their Amazing Efficacy! Originally mountains and rivers, extremely life vegetation. Every tree and plant of nature has its use, and they are all good things that nature has given to mankind. We may care more about flowers and plants, but we do not … Read more
This article is based on the e-book “Atlas of 300 Common Chinese Medicinal Herbs”. All rights belong to the author. The following are all images, which consume a lot of data, so it is recommended to view the article in a WiFi environment! You can save the images to your phone and review them when … Read more
In the original mountains and rivers, every grass and tree has its purpose. Every plant in nature is a gift to humanity. We may pay more attention to flowers and herbs, but we often overlook the many miraculous uses of the wildflowers and grasses by the roadside.Perhaps you have seen many of them but do … Read more