Wei Mai

Treating Diseases of the Eight Extraordinary Meridians: Ye Tianshi’s Approach to Herbal Medicine

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Treating Diseases of the Eight Extraordinary Meridians: Ye Tianshi's Approach to Herbal Medicine

Editor’s Note Ye Tianshi’s exposition on the treatment of diseases through the extraordinary meridians is highly representative. His approach emphasizes the use of the extraordinary meridians, focusing on tonifying and supplementing, thereby expanding the scope of treatment for extraordinary meridian syndromes. Today, let us learn about Ye Tianshi’s principles of herbal medicine for the Eight … Read more

Understanding the Eight Extraordinary Meridians: The Wei and Qiao Meridians

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Understanding the Eight Extraordinary Meridians: The Wei and Qiao Meridians

Section Nine: The Eight Extraordinary Meridians (Wei Meridian, Qiao Meridian)​ In the previous section, we discussed how the Chong Mai (Penetrating Vessel) gives rise to the Ren Mai (Conception Vessel), Du Mai (Governing Vessel), and Dai Mai (Belt Vessel). These three brothers form the boundaries of the human microcosm, which is essentially a cage that … Read more

Introduction to Pulse Diagnosis

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Xu Mai Category Xu Mai Category: The Xu Mai (Deficient Pulse) category includes five types: Xu (Deficient), Xi (Thin), Wei (Minute), Dai (Intermittent), and Duan (Short). The pulse is weak and lacks strength.; Xu When lifted, it is slow and large; when pressed, it feels loose, resembling a valley with no boundaries. Do not confuse … Read more

Analysis of the Fine Pulse in Traditional Chinese Medicine

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Analysis of the Fine Pulse in Traditional Chinese Medicine

【Body Condition Poem】 The fine pulse is thin and delicate like silk, responding with a deep and continuous touch. It is unfavorable in spring and summer for the young, but suitable in autumn and winter for the elderly and weak. 【Similar Pulses Poem】 Observing the wei mai (fine pulse) and ru mai (soft pulse). 【Main … Read more

A Deeper Understanding of the Eight Extraordinary Meridians: Mastering the Meridians Without Worry

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A Deeper Understanding of the Eight Extraordinary Meridians: Mastering the Meridians Without Worry

Editor’s Note Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) posits that besides the Zang-Xiang (organ manifestations), another crucial aspect is the meridian system. This system connects the Zang-Fu organs and the body surface, linking the various organs and tissues into an organic whole, facilitating the flow of Qi and blood, and maintaining the functional activities of the body … Read more

The Great Medicine of the Human Body: The Eight Extraordinary Meridians!

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The Great Medicine of the Human Body: The Eight Extraordinary Meridians!

Introduction: Beyond the twelve regular meridians, there are eight extraordinary meridians, known as the qijing bamai (奇经八脉). These meridians play a crucial role in connecting, maintaining, and regulating the twelve meridians, and are of great importance in Daoist health cultivation practices. Understanding these meridians can help enhance the practice of tapping techniques. The qijing bamai … Read more