Qi and Blood

Fundamental Knowledge of Pulse Diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine (Recommended for Collection)

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Fundamental Knowledge of Pulse Diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine (Recommended for Collection)

Friends who have experienced Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) know that TCM diagnosis emphasizes the “Four Examinations” of observation, listening, inquiry, and palpation.Among them, the most “mysterious” is palpation, where the doctor’s hand rests on our wrist, and the body’s condition seems to be revealed.Why is pulse diagnosis so “magical”?Master TCM physician Li Shimao believes that … Read more

Mastering the Art of Inquiry in Traditional Chinese Medicine

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Mastering the Art of Inquiry in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Inquiry into the Five Senses to Assess Illness The liver governs the five colors, the lungs govern the five sounds, as previously detailed. The heart governs the five odors; patients who prefer certain smells indicate heart conditions. In detail, if a patient prefers burnt smells, it indicates a heart issue. If they prefer fragrant smells, … Read more

Traditional Chinese Medicine Diagnosis – Observation Diagnosis (Color Observation) (1.3)

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Traditional Chinese Medicine Diagnosis - Observation Diagnosis (Color Observation) (1.3)

Color Observation: Refers to the method of diagnosing a patient’s condition by observing the color and luster of the skin (mainly the face). ​​ (1) Principles of Facial Color Diagnosis • The face has abundant blood vessels, reflecting the qi and blood of the internal organs. The deficiency or excess of the internal organs can … Read more

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

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

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

Utilizing Luo Points: Five Unique Functions

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Utilizing Luo Points: Five Unique Functions

What are Luo points? In simple terms: Luo means to connect and distribute. Each of the fifteen Luo vessels has a corresponding acupoint, known as a Luo point. Luo points have five unique functions. 1. All twelve meridian Luo points have the function of connecting, regulating, and balancing the Qi and blood of the left … Read more

The Song of the Fifteen Luo Vessels: Acupuncture Verses

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The Song of the Fifteen Luo Vessels: Acupuncture Verses

To receive materials from Master Ni? Follow the public account: National Dietary Nutrition Guidelines for Residents Reply: Master Ni Video Master Ni Document [Source]This song is selected from “Medical Classics for Beginners.” This book is a comprehensive medical text compiled by Liu Chun during the Ming Dynasty. The fifteen luo vessels (points) consist of one … Read more

Clinical Applications and Pharmacology of the Eight Extraordinary Meridians

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Clinical Applications and Pharmacology of the Eight Extraordinary Meridians

Introduction The clinical application of the Eight Extraordinary Meridians in TCM diagnosis is a challenging area. Nowadays, it is rare for practitioners to proficiently use the twelve regular meridians for diagnosis, and even fewer are well-versed in the diagnosis of the extraordinary meridians. However, many complex and difficult conditions in clinical practice require the application … Read more

The Eight Extraordinary Meridians: A Powerful Remedy for Comprehensive Healing

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The Eight Extraordinary Meridians: A Powerful Remedy for Comprehensive Healing

壹 The Eight Extraordinary Meridians refer to the Du Mai (Governing Vessel), Ren Mai (Conception Vessel), Chong Mai (Penetrating Vessel), Dai Mai (Belt Vessel), Yin Wei Mai (Yin Linking Vessel), Yang Wei Mai (Yang Linking Vessel), Yin Qiao Mai (Yin Heel Vessel), and Yang Qiao Mai (Yang Heel Vessel). Unlike the twelve primary meridians, they … Read more

The Eight Extraordinary Meridians: A Powerful Treatment

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The Eight Extraordinary Meridians: A Powerful Treatment

The Eight Extraordinary Meridians refer to the Du Mai (Governing Vessel), Ren Mai (Conception Vessel), Chong Mai (Penetrating Vessel), Da Mai (Belt Vessel), Yin Wei Mai (Yin Linking Vessel), Yang Wei Mai (Yang Linking Vessel), Yin Qiao Mai (Yin Heel Vessel), and Yang Qiao Mai (Yang Heel Vessel). Unlike the twelve regular meridians, they do … Read more

The Twelve Hours and the Twelve Meridians

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The Twelve Hours and the Twelve Meridians

The Diagram and Explanation of the Twelve Meridians Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) divides the day into twelve hours, represented by the twelve Earthly Branches, forming the theory of the Zi Wu Liu Zhu (Circadian Rhythm of Qi and Blood). This theory is a major component of TCM, studying the timetable of the circulation of Qi … Read more