Ren 8, also known as Shenque or the “Spirit Gate,” is a vital acupuncture point located at the center of the umbilicus. Unlike most acupuncture points, Ren 8 is not typically stimulated through needling due… Ren 8 Acupuncture Point Location, Practical Use, Benefits
Introduction to Auricular Acupuncture Auricular acupuncture, or ear acupuncture, is a fascinating subset of acupuncture that focuses on points located within the ear. As a microsystem, the ear reflects the entire body, and points within… Shenmen Ear Acupoint Location, Practical Uses, and Benefits
From a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) perspective, the heart’s role is quite similar to how we view heart function in biomedical terms, and in this article we will explain function and focus on the similarities.… The Heart in TCM and Biomedicine Explained
So, let’s continue our discussion on wind-heat, as we have discussed the concept of “wind” and “wind cold” in previous articles. What is Wind Heat? In our previous discussion, we talked about wind, wind-cold, and… Wind Heat – A Cold? Acupuncture Explained Easy
I wanted to talk about the pathogen known as “wind” (Feng, pronounced “Fung”), specifically what is wind as defined by Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and the most common clinical manifestation, known as wind-cold and wind-heat.… What is Wind Pathogen in TCM – Acupuncture Explained Easy
A question received often is, “how does acupuncture work?”. Today, we will dive into the current research, and explain why knowing the traditional theories and understanding the bio-science research is important overall, and both are… How Does Acupuncture Work? The Science and Theory
The acupuncture point Spleen 10 (SP 10), also known as “Xuehai” in Pinyin or “Sea of Blood” in English, is primarily associated with treating conditions related to blood in TCM. This includes being able to… Spleen 10 Acupuncture Point Useful Cheat Sheet
Denetics plays a key role in personalized medicine, where treatments and medications are tailored based on an individual’s genetic makeup. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) treatments are based on a person’s specific health condition, lifestyle, and… An Easy, 15 min. Wonderful Guide To Genetics and Traditional Chinese Medicine
Updated May 25th, 2015 Anxiety occurs when the body and mind reacts with more apprehension. Symptoms of anxiety include irritability, feelings of fear, worry, slight shakiness, heart palpitations (when you can feel your heart beat),… Anxiety and Acupuncture – Learn in 5 minutes
When people think of acupuncture usually two thoughts come to mind, one being how does it work, and the other being the idea of using points on the skin to stimulate functions in the body.… The Five (5) Elements in Traditional Chinese Medicine