TCM Theory: Pathogenic Factors General 1. The Six External Pathogens 1-1. Pathogenic Wind 1-2. Pathogenic Cold 1-3. Pathogenic Summer Heat 1-4. Pathogenic Damp 1-5. Pathogenic Dryness 1-6. Pathogenic Fire (Heat) 2. Epidemic Pathogens 3. Internal impairment by the Seven Emotions 3-1. Concept of the Seven Emotions 3-2. Characteristics of the Seven Emotions as pathogenic [...]
TCM Theory: The Concept of Qi * The concept of Qi * Formation of Qi * Functions of Qi * Basic patterns of Qi's movements * Classification of Qi Qi, Blood and Body Fluids are the most basic substances that constitute the human body and maintain its functional activities. They are, on the one [...]
TCM Theory: Mechnism of Yin-Yang Operation Reversal Complementarity Inter-penetration Transformation Harmony Yin -Yang Doctrine in Chinese Medicine Reversal It was earlier mentioned that the great unification split into yin and yang.According to The Book of Lao Tzi, "reversal is the movement of the Tao". Both in the sphere of nature and human affairs, when [...]
Traditional Chinese Medicine Theory Traditional Chinese Medicine, also known as TCM, includes a range of traditional medical practices originating in China. Although well accepted in the mainstream of medical care throughout East Asia, it is considered an alternative medical system in much of the western world. TCM practices include such treatments as herbal medicine, [...]
