The term “Qi” refers to the most fundamental substance in the human body, formed by the combination of the essence (jing) from the kidneys, the Qi absorbed and transformed by the spleen and stomach from food, and the clear Qi inhaled by the lungs. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) places great emphasis on the function of … Read more
This issue covers: 1.Qi Deficiency 2.Qi Stagnation 3.Qi Rebellion 4.Qi Sinking 5.Qi Obstruction or Qi Collapse Abnormalities of Qi include pathological changes such as Qi deficiency, Qi stagnation, Qi rebellion, Qi sinking, and Qi obstruction or collapse. 1.Qi Deficiency Qi deficiency refers to insufficient Qi that cannot normally propel the organs to function properly, resulting … Read more
Introduction: In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the treatment of diseases focuses on regulating Qi (气), helping it to restore or return to the body’s natural functional state, in accordance with the activities of various organs. We know that Qi is a type of movement generated by the interaction of Yuan Yin (元阴) and Yuan Yang … Read more
Abnormalities of Qi mainly include two aspects: one is insufficient generation or excessive consumption of Qi, leading to the pathological changes of Qi deficiency; the other is certain functional disorders of Qi and abnormal movement of Qi, resulting in pathological changes such as Qi stagnation, Qi reversal, Qi sinking, Qi closure, or Qi collapse. 1. … Read more