Warm 2017: Healing with Acupuncture and the Aroma of Mugwort

Warm 2017: Healing with Acupuncture and the Aroma of Mugwort

He is young and accomplished, bearing the dual responsibilities of administrative management of a department and being a leading figure in his field; he holds multiple positions, but his only goal is to safeguard the health of the people! This issue takes you into the world of Zhao Qingbo, Assistant Director, Head of the Medical … Read more

Balancing Cupping Therapy: Aiding Recovery for Cerebrovascular Disease Patients

Balancing Cupping Therapy: Aiding Recovery for Cerebrovascular Disease Patients

In recent years, with the continuous promotion and innovation of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) therapies, Balancing Cupping Therapy has gradually gained widespread attention as a safe and effective treatment method. Our hospital’s Department of Neurology actively responds to the call for the hospital’s TCM specialty technology of “inheriting the essence and innovating development” by being … Read more

Reflections on Ankle Sprains: A Patient’s Journey Through the Healthcare System

Reflections on Ankle Sprains: A Patient's Journey Through the Healthcare System

January 22, 2024, Hefei, elementary school students experience being a professional doctor. Image provided by Visual China Author | Tian Yu Editor | Yang Jie Due to an ankle sprain, I have visited numerous hospitals over the past six months, including community hospitals, first-level specialty hospitals, well-known tertiary hospitals, and private specialty hospitals. I have … Read more

The Important Component of Traditional Chinese Rehabilitation Therapy: Tui Na and Dao Yin Techniques

The Important Component of Traditional Chinese Rehabilitation Therapy: Tui Na and Dao Yin Techniques

Traditional Chinese rehabilitation therapy has a long history and is flourishing. During the Spring and Autumn and Warring States periods, rehabilitation techniques such as Tui Na (推拿) and Dao Yin (导引) guided by TCM theories were widely applied in medical practice. Throughout history, these techniques have continuously enriched, developed, and improved, contributing to the health … Read more

The Remarkable ‘Leg Swing Therapy’ – A Guide to Treating Knee Pain

The Remarkable 'Leg Swing Therapy' - A Guide to Treating Knee Pain

Dao Yin (导引) is a health-preserving practice primarily based on physical movements combined with breathing techniques, originating from ancient dance movements. During the Spring and Autumn and Warring States periods, Dao Yin techniques saw significant development, leading to the emergence of styles such as ‘Xiong Jing’ (熊经) and ‘Niao Shen’ (鸟伸). The discovery of over … Read more

Can Everyone Consume Medicinal Cuisine? How to Use It Scientifically?

Can Everyone Consume Medicinal Cuisine? How to Use It Scientifically?

With the development of the economy and the improvement of living standards, people’s awareness of self-care has gradually increased, leading to a focus on dietary nutrition and health. In recent years, terms related to health preservation such as nourishing health, dietary therapy, medicinal cuisine, the integration of medicine and food, and vegetarianism have become popular … Read more

Column | Easy Cupping: A Convenient Cupping Method

Column | Easy Cupping: A Convenient Cupping Method

Based on the principles of fire cupping, the Easy Cupping device is made from silicone rubber, allowing it to be easily attached to the skin on various parts of the body, including limbs and joints. It alleviates pain by pulling and moving to release the fascia or meridian lesions beneath the skin, combining traditional cupping … Read more

Traditional Chinese Medicine Techniques: Joint Manipulation Techniques

Traditional Chinese Medicine Techniques: Joint Manipulation Techniques

The joint manipulation technique is a therapeutic method that applies techniques such as flexion and extension, and shaking to the joints, allowing them to perform flexion, extension, and rotation within their physiological limits. This technique has the effects of relaxing muscles and promoting circulation, and is suitable for all joints. It is applicable to common … Read more

Common Techniques of Tui Na (Chinese Therapeutic Massage)

Common Techniques of Tui Na (Chinese Therapeutic Massage)

Common Techniques of Tui Na (Chinese Therapeutic Massage) Tui Na, as one of the traditional therapies in Chinese medicine, utilizes manual techniques applied to specific areas of the body to regulate physiological functions and alleviate pain. It promotes blood circulation, improves muscle tension, and harmonizes the functions of the internal organs through techniques such as … Read more

The Efficacy of Fire Needle Therapy in Traditional Chinese Medicine

The Efficacy of Fire Needle Therapy in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Traditional Chinese Medicine Unique Therapies 【Fire Needle Therapy】 01What is Fire Needle Therapy?Fire Needle Therapy is a medical method that involves heating specially designed needles until they are red hot and then puncturing specific acupuncture points or areas of the body to prevent and treat diseases. Fire Needle Therapy has a history of thousands of … Read more