1. Tonsillitis – Hegu (LI4) “Hegu” is located at the extension of the bone when the thumb and index finger are spread at a 45-degree angle. Applying pressure on Hegu is very effective for relieving tonsillitis. This acupoint is also effective for toothache, hypertension, and facial acne. 2. Insomnia – Yongquan (KD1) “Yongquan” is located … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) holds that: 1. Ma: Indicates that Qi can flow, but blood cannot. 2. Mu: If the sensation of ma is severe, it indicates mu, meaning neither Qi nor blood can flow. 3. Suan: Indicates that the meridians are open, but there is insufficient Qi and blood. 4. Zhang: Indicates that there … Read more
1. Basic Knowledge Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) holds that: 1. Numbness: Indicates that Qi can flow, but blood cannot. 2. Wood: Severe numbness indicates a blockage of both Qi and blood. 3. Sourness: Indicates that the meridians are open, but there is insufficient Qi and blood. 【WeChat Public Account: Guoxue Life】 4. Distension: Indicates abundant … Read more