Learn about acupunctureMost of us have heard of acupuncture, but the truth of the matter is that for many of us, that’s as far as our knowledge of acupuncture goesAcupuncture and Zang Fu- June 5, 2008 The Zang Fu are the internal organs of the body. There are twelve main organs in the Chinese medical system the lungs, kidney, large intestine, urinary bladder, small intestine, spleen, stomach, liver, gallbladder, pericardium and the triple warmer also known as san jiao (the entire torso region). Each organ has a particular kind of chi energy associated with it. Each organ also interacts with particular emotions on a mental level.With twelve major organs, there are twelve types of chi which...http://try-acupuncture.blogspot.com/2008/06/acupuncture-and-zang-fu.html Chi and acupuncture- June 5, 2008 Chi as we mentioned before is a cornerstone of traditional Chinese medical philosophy. Chi is believed to exist in all living things as a critically important life force or spiritual energy. It is generated by our internal organs and we also receive it from food, water, air and sun light. Our body has natural patterns through which chi flows the meridians. It flows through the body to help nourish and regenerate. Illnesses are often the by-product of blocked or imbalanced chi in the bodys...http://try-acupuncture.blogspot.com/2008/06/chi-and-acupuncture.html Yin and Yang- June 5, 2008 In Chinese philosophy, the body and the universe at large are best described by opposing and separate yet complementary principles that is, yin and yang.Yin represents the cold, the feminine, the light, the inward and downward direction and the passive. Yang represents the hot, the masculine, the dark, the outward and upward direction and the active.The two forces are in constant interaction and opposition yet always influencing each other. For example, if one is suffering from symptoms of...http://try-acupuncture.blogspot.com/2008/06/yin-and-yang.html The Basics of Chinese Medicine- June 5, 2008 The wisdom of traditional Chinese medicine observes the relationship between our mind, body and spirit.Keeping this in mind, it is a holistic approach that promotes healing on multiple levels. So it is fair to say that traditional Chinese medicine focuses on holistic healing.Holistic health refers to a philosophy of physical care that is of the view that our body, mind and even spiritual experiences are inter-connected. It is the idea that the whole is greater than the sum of the parts.In the...http://try-acupuncture.blogspot.com/2008/06/basics-of-chinese-medicine.html The Practice of Acupuncture- June 5, 2008 The primitive history of China is divided into two eras. These are the Old Stone Age (more than 10,000 years ago) and the New Stone Age (10,000 4,000 years ago) periods.In the Old Stone Age period, knives made of stone were used for medical procedures. During the New Stone Age, stones were made into sharp needles and served as healing instruments. They were called bian stones. Metal needles soon replaced stones, including those made of bronze, silver and even gold.The development of...http://try-acupuncture.blogspot.com/2008/06/practice-of-acupuncture.html Acupuncture conceptual development- June 5, 2008 Acupuncture is more than just a remedy. It is both a science and an art, one that has been thousands of years in the making. Acupuncture is an ancient form of healing that pre-dates written history. It is rooted in a Taoist philosophy more than 6000 years old.Legendary Chinese sage, Fu Hsi, observed nature particularly the flow of energy within ones self and beyond. He also saw the connection between the human body and the universe at large. He created the first two symbols that of a broken...http://try-acupuncture.blogspot.com/2008/06/acupuncture-conceptual-development.html Oriental medicine and acupuncture- June 5, 2008 Oriental medicine has some basic principles but they are not set in stone. Acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine at large are tailored and modified to suit each patient. Furthermore there are many different schools of thought.Traditional Chinese medicine is a complete healthcare system that is capable of providing both specialized and primary healthcare. It also gives us guidelines on how to prevent illnesses.The bulk of traditional Chinese medicines roots lie in Taoism. Taoism is both a.http://try-acupuncture.blogspot.com/2008/06/oriental-medicine-and-acupuncture.html Introduction to Acupuncture- June 5, 2008 Most of us have heard of acupuncture, but the truth of the matter is that for many of us, thats as far as our knowledge of acupuncture goes. We know it involves sticking needles into our body to help relieve pain. But the very idea of needles probably sounds painful. However, this is not really the case.Acupuncture is a branch of traditional Chinese medicine. This framework of medical practice begins with the belief that our body is a balance of two opposite yet inseparable forces the yin and..http://try-acupuncture.blogspot.com/2008/06/introduction-to-acupuncture.html |