The term “Qigong” originates from ancient understandings of Qi. Some have proposed using Qigong terminology to replace ancient concepts of “breathing” and “regulating Qi” due to their close relationship with Qi cultivation. With the rise of modern Qigong practice, it has become widely recognized as a synonym for health and disease prevention. The breathing and … Read more
Click the “Ping An Xin Zheng” above to subscribe! Do you remember those once-famous “Qigong Masters”?In martial arts films, masters can strike from a distance, causing harm without physical contact. Is there really such a martial art?What exactly is Qigong? Is it as miraculous as the legends suggest?Today, let Dr. Zhang Honglin, a researcher at … Read more
The Eight Pieces of Brocade (Ba Duan Jin) is one of the classic traditional health-preserving practices in China, emphasizing the unity of body and mind, with a rich historical and cultural connotation. The Eight Pieces of Brocade consists of eight basic movements characterized by softness and slowness, fluidity and continuity, a combination of relaxation and … Read more
Chinese Qigong is rich in content and diverse in types. It can be briefly categorized based on methods, forms, content, purposes, and origins. 1. Categorized by Practice Posture 1. Standing Qigong: This practice is performed in a standing position, also known as Zhan Zhuang. Standing Qigong is effective in increasing Qi strength, strengthening the body, … Read more
From Qigong to Breathing Techniques 1. The Effects of Qigong Qigong is said to trace back to the Tang Yao era, with the earliest references found in the Huangdi Neijing (Yellow Emperor’s Inner Canon), particularly in the Suwen (Plain Questions) section, which summarizes several effective medical measures of the time: Bian stone therapy, poisons, moxibustion … Read more
Overview Cupping therapy is a treatment method that utilizes heat or other methods to remove air from the cup, creating negative pressure that causes the cup to adhere to the skin, resulting in a phenomenon known as bruising. Cupping therapy is also known as suction therapy and was referred to as “jiao fa” in ancient … Read more
Cupping therapy, known as “Ba Huo Guan” in Chinese, is a traditional method of treatment that has been passed down through generations in China, gaining popularity and trust among people. It is considered safe, has no side effects, and can prevent and treat diseases while enhancing physical health. Although many have experienced cupping, there is … Read more
No need for medication, intravenous therapy, or surgery; simply using a few silver needles to puncture the skin can lead to “disease elimination through acupuncture”. This traditional Chinese medical practice, “Zhen Jiu” (Acupuncture), was included in the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list as early as 2010. According to statistics, over 180 countries and regions worldwide … Read more
Acupuncture is a summary of the long-term experiences of the Chinese people in combating diseases, and its formation has undergone a lengthy process. Acupuncture therapy is a collective term for two treatment methods: needling and moxibustion. From early literature, it can be seen that moxibustion was primarily recorded, suggesting that its application may have preceded … Read more
Promoting Traditional Culture, Inheriting the LifebloodContinuing the teachings of the sages, opening peace for all generations The Qi Huang School of Traditional Chinese Medicine holds a crucial and significant position in traditional culture, being an inseparable part of it. Throughout the long river of history, it has condensed the wisdom of the Chinese people, making … Read more