Introduction: <Shang Han Lun> is a specialized text that elaborates on the treatment of various externally contracted febrile diseases, but this does not mean that Zhang Zhongjing’s formulas are limited to treating these conditions. In fact, <Shang Han Lun> contains many so-called “Wen Bing formulas”. In this article, Professor Shizhen Sheng summarizes the six major … Read more
Chinese Medicine Book Club Issue 2125 Daily updates to accompany the growth of TCM practitioners IIntroduction:Summer is a peak season for skin diseases. For patients with skin conditions, external washing can alleviate the discomfort of medication; on the other hand, localized application of medication can enhance absorption. (Editor: Yan Qifeng) Nine Methods of External Washing … Read more
Those who have studied Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) may have noticed the abundance of terminology, such as ‘creating momentum’ and ‘prosperous times’. What are the differences between these terms? What do they specifically refer to? 【TCM Discusses: Five Methods of Dampness Elimination】 1. Drying Dampness Clearing heat and drying dampness herbs are used to treat … Read more
For listeners who enjoy audiobooks, you can click below to listen to the audio. Mr. Jiang Chunhua has formulated the Eighteen Methods for Activating Blood and Resolving Stasis based on his rich clinical practice. These methods include: Activating Blood and Clearing Heat, Activating Blood and Detoxifying, Activating Blood and Nourishing Qi, Activating Blood and Nourishing … Read more
Chinese Medicine Book Club Issue 3338 Daily updates to accompany the growth of TCM practitioners IIntroduction：Activating blood circulation and resolving blood stasis is the general principle for treating blood stasis syndromes. However, the causes, mechanisms, and symptoms of blood stasis vary, leading to different treatment methods. Based on clinical experience, Li Shoushan proposed eight different … Read more
Promoting Traditional Chinese Medicine, Inheriting the Lifeblood Continuing the teachings of the sages, opening peace for all generations The Qi and Huang School of Traditional Chinese Medicine holds a crucial and significant position in traditional studies, being an inseparable part of it. Throughout the long river of history, it has condensed the wisdom of the … Read more
1.【Fa Yi Chang Shu】 (Regularly Comb the Hair) Method: Rub your palms together thirty-six times until they feel warm, then start from the forehead and sweep upwards, moving to the back of the head and down to the neck, which counts as one repetition. Do this ten times in the morning and evening. Effect: This … Read more
Promoting Traditional Chinese Medicine, Preserving Its Essence Continuing the legacy of the sages, paving the way for future generations The practice of Qi Huang (Traditional Chinese Medicine) holds a crucial and significant position in the study of traditional culture, being an inseparable part of it. Throughout the long river of history, it has condensed the … Read more
Common Needle Insertion Techniques in Clinical Practice The needle insertion technique refers to the various methods employed by practitioners to insert needles subcutaneously into acupuncture points. The commonly used needle insertion techniques are as follows: 1. Single-Hand Needle Insertion Technique – Primarily used for shorter needles. (1) Insertion Method: The practitioner holds the needle with … Read more
Traditional Chinese herbal decoctions have been passed down since ancient times, originating from the miraculous formulas of Yi Yin during the Shang Dynasty, and continue to be popular worldwide. Did you know? Making these magical decoctions is not as simple as just soaking the herbs; it requires attention to the choice of pot, water, heat, … Read more