Why Cupping Can Cause Blisters and Blood Blisters

Why Cupping Can Cause Blisters and Blood Blisters

Generally, after cupping, if the area covered by the cup shows deep red, purple-black, or blue spots, and is slightly painful to the touch, it is often due to stagnation of blood and heat toxins (yūxuè rèdú); if there is swelling, small blisters, and a lot of moisture inside the cup, it is often due … Read more

Understanding TCM Diagnosis Through Observation: A Comprehensive Guide

Understanding TCM Diagnosis Through Observation: A Comprehensive Guide

1. Symptoms Around the EyesSwollen eyelids — indicates reduced function of internal organs (kidneys, gastrointestinal, heart) leading to fluid retention in the body.Dark circles — occur when blood contains excessive waste, causing the area around the eyes to appear dull (kidneys).Wrinkles below the eyes — one of the signs of aging.Sunken eye sockets — indicates … Read more

2021 Rural Assistant Physician Practical Skills: Flash Cupping Technique

2021 Rural Assistant Physician Practical Skills: Flash Cupping Technique

Cupping therapy—As part of the basic operations in the 2021 Rural Assistant Physician Practical Skills Examination, have you mastered it? Let’s review it together!   Flash Cupping Technique   The flash cupping technique is a commonly used method in clinical practice, generally applied to areas of the skin that are uneven and prone to cup detachment.   【Procedure】 … Read more

What is Fire Needle Therapy? Important Considerations After Treatment

What is Fire Needle Therapy? Important Considerations After Treatment

Click the above “blue text” to follow us! With the effective application of fire needle therapy (huǒ zhēn liáofǎ) in clinical settings, more patients are choosing this treatment. However, many people tend to overlook the precautions associated with it. Here, we share some important considerations after fire needle treatment. Fire needle therapy is a traditional … Read more