The Concept of Life in the Huangdi Neijing Yin and Yang: The Foundation of All Things Yin and Yang are the principles of heaven and earth, the framework of all things, the parents of change, the origin of life and death, and the abode of the spirit. To treat illness, one must seek the root. … Read more
In Tui Na (Chinese therapeutic massage), we often have a special fondness for certain acupuncture points. A specific point used for a particular condition is called a “single point” (独穴, dú xué), while a point applicable to all conditions is referred to as a “universal point” (全穴, quán xué), meaning an all-purpose acupuncture point. Today, … Read more
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 blood vessels in the neck are responsible for the blood circulation and nutrient supply to the head and face. Strengthening the neck through exercise not only helps keep the skin smooth but also promotes blood circulation, achieving health benefits. However, many women often focus their skincare efforts on their faces, neglecting the care of … Read more
Experience of Aunt Liu Recently, a patient with peripheral facial nerve paralysis, Aunt Liu, visited the neurology department. Five days ago, Aunt Liu experienced right-sided drooping of the mouth corner without any obvious cause, drooling from the right side while rinsing her mouth, a shallow right nasolabial fold, air leakage from the right side when … Read more
Flash cupping therapy, as a unique form of cupping therapy, has distinct characteristics. Firstly, it has unique therapeutic effects, with strong warming and wind-dispelling capabilities; secondly, it requires high operational skills, and without proficient techniques, safe and effective treatment cannot be achieved. Flash cupping therapy is suitable for patients with relaxed muscles, where suction is … Read more
Tui Na, a form of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), is based on the theories of the internal organs (zangfu) and meridian system (jingluo) of TCM, combined with Western anatomical and pathological diagnostics. It employs manual techniques on specific areas of the body to regulate physiological and pathological conditions, achieving therapeutic goals. Essentially, it is a … Read more
The joint adjustment Tui Na technique involves methods such as pressing, pulling, and twisting to act on the joints, adjusting the tension of the surrounding tissues, joint position, and limb alignment, improving or restoring joint function, or returning the joint position to normal. It has the effects of relaxing muscles and opening meridians, lubricating joints, … Read more
Follow me for daily free access to health articles! The TCM technique of Tui Na massage involves the combination of various massage methods applied to different parts of the body to adjust bodily functions, promote the flow of Qi and blood, relax muscles and tendons, and alleviate or improve diseases. There are many massage techniques, … Read more
Tui Na (推拿) is a method that applies specific techniques or physical activities on the body’s meridians (经络) and acupoints (腧穴) to promote health and treat diseases. It serves to unblock meridians, lubricate joints, facilitate the flow of Qi (气) and blood (血), adjust organ functions, and enhance the body’s resistance to diseases. Tui Na … Read more