Session 5. Heart Pathologies. Sleep disorder: Chinese Medicine Department. Insomnia (Bu Mei / Shi Mian, 不寐 ) & Somnolence (Duo Mei, 多寐 )

Size: px
Start display at page:

Download "Session 5. Heart Pathologies. Sleep disorder: Chinese Medicine Department. Insomnia (Bu Mei / Shi Mian, 不寐 ) & Somnolence (Duo Mei, 多寐 )"

Transcription

1 Session 5 Heart Pathologies Sleep disorder: Insomnia (Bu Mei / Shi Mian, 不寐 ) & Somnolence (Duo Mei, 多寐 ) Chinese Medicine Department

2 o Sleep disorder: Session Content Insomnia(Shi Mian, 失眠 or Bu Mei 不寐 ) Somnolence (Duo Mei, 多寐 ) o 2 hour Lecture Bio-meds perspective CM perspective o 1-hour Practical Endeavour College of Natural Health 2

3 Session Rationale o This session includes the general TCM diagnostic procedures, diagnostic differentiation and treatments for sleep disorder, including insomnia and somnolence. o There will be 1-hour practical tutorial for students to develop TCM assessment, diagnosis and treatment skills in regard to sleep disorder. o The aim of this session is for students to develop theoretical knowledge, critical analysis and a clinical perspective in the TCM assessment, differentiation and treatment strategy for sleep disorder. Endeavour College of Natural Health 3

4 Learning outcomes o Understand relevant TCM theory about sleep and TCM 24- hour body clock. o Define insomnia and somnolence from both bio-medical and TCM perspectives. o Describe the etiology and pathogenesis of insomnia and somnolence from TCM perspective. o Interpret the clinical s&s and diagnose TCM insomnia and somnolence. o Identify TCM patterns by comparing the clinical features including tongue and pulse for the TCM pattern differentiation o Prescribe acupuncture and auxiliary treatment for each pattern of sleep disorder accordingly. o Practical: sleep disorder assessment skills and treatment application. Endeavour College of Natural Health 4

5 Bio-med perspective: What is a sleep disorder? sleep-disorders A sleep disorder is a condition that prevents you from getting restful sleep and can cause daytime sleepiness and problems in functioning. Signs you may have a sleep disorder include persistent difficulty going to sleep or staying sleeping, irregular breathing or movement during sleep, and feeling sleepy during the day. SDA Fact Sheets: Endeavour College of Natural Health 5

6 Types of sleep disorders o There are many different types of sleep disorders. They're often grouped into categories that explain why they happen or how they affect you, or be grouped according to behaviors, problems with your natural sleep-wake cycles, breathing problems, difficulty sleeping or how sleepy you feel during the day. o Some common types of sleep disorders include: Insomnia, Sleep apnea, Restless legs syndrome (RLS), Narcolepsy Endeavour College of Natural Health 6

7 Bio-med diagnosis and management of SD o There are many ways to help diagnose sleep disorders. Doctors can usually treat most sleep disorders effectively once they're correctly diagnosed. o Insomnia severity Index (ISI)-clinical use questionnaire o Management Endeavour College of Natural Health 7

8 Chinese medicine point of view: Sleep disorders Endeavour College of Natural Health 8

9 Mind/Spirit and Five Zangs Maciocia, Giovanni. The Foundations of Chinese Medicine E-Book : A Comprehensive Text, Elsevier Health Sciences, ProQuest Ebook Central, Endeavour College of Natural Health 9

10 Heart revision (TCM) Endeavour College of Natural Health 10

11 The Functions of the Heart o Governs Blood/Xue & Controls the blood vessels (two ways governing the Blood in TCM): 1. Transformation of Gu-Qi into Xue takes place in the Heart 2. Heart is responsible for the circulation of Blood (just the same way as Western Medicine). o Manifests in the complexion o Houses the (Mind)Shen o Relates to Joy o Opens into the tongue o Controls sweat The Heart s main function is the govern Blood and the blood vessels and to house the Mind (Shen). Maciocia 2005, p. 107 Endeavour College of Natural Health 11

12 Shen (mind / spirit) & Three Treasures Zhang Jie Bin: If the Essence is strong, Qi flourishes: if Qi flourishes, the Mind is whole. Shen----Most rarefied form of Qi Qi Disturbed Shen affects the Qi and essence Shen is most closely related to the Heart which houses the Shen Jing/ Essence --- most dense form of Qi See Figure 3.2 Maclean, W & Lyttleton, J vol1 P827 Endeavour College of Natural Health 12

13 Box 3.2 Functions of the Mind (Shen) Shen (mind) Functions Consciousness Thinking Memory Insight Cognition Sleep Intelligence Wisdom Ideas Affection Feelings senses Maciocia, The Foundations of Chinese Medicine 2006 p70 Maciocia, Giovanni. The Foundations of Chinese Medicine E-Book : A Comprehensive Text, Elsevier Health Sciences, ProQuest Ebook Central, Endeavour College of Natural Health 13

14 Heart & Shen (Mind) Shen & sleep o Simple Questions chapter 8 states: The Heart is the Monarch and it governs the Mind. o The Spiritual Axis chapter 71 says: The Heart is the Monarch of the 5 Yin organs and 6 Yang organs and it is the residence of the Mind. Explanation: Heart housing the mind depends on adequate nourishment of Xue and conversely, the Heart s role of governing blood depends on the mind. Heart Xue roots the mind, embraces it and makes it peaceful & happy. Mental restlessness, depression, anxiety and insomnia can deplete the Heart Xue further leading to palpitations, pale complexion, and weak & irregular pulse. Endeavour College of Natural Health 14

15 Heart and Joy o Heart relates to Joy A normal state of Joy is not a cause of disease, but a beneficial mental state that favours a smooth functioning of the Internal Organs and their mental faculties. Joy as excessive excitement and mental stimulation can injure the Heart o Joy as an inordinate craving stirs up the Minister Fire, which ascends and over stimulates the mind. o Excessive joy leads to over stimulation of the Heart. o Sudden joy causes Yang-Qi to float, the blood vessels and the Heart dilate and the pulse becomes slow, slightly overflowing and Empty Endeavour College of Natural Health 15

16 Other Heart related Relationships o Heat o Sweat o Dreams. If the Heart is weak and the mind has no residence it will float with the inability to fall asleep, or disturbed sleep or excessive dreaming. When the Heart is weak one dreams of fires, smoke and mountains, when the Heart is in excess one dreams of laughing. Sayings: The Heart loathes Heat & The Heart controls speech Endeavour College of Natural Health 16

17 Pathway of the Heart Channel Tissue surrounding eye HT- 1 Lung Oesophagus HT- 4 HT- 7 HT- 9 HT- 3 Diaphragm Heart Small Intestine Deadman, Al-Khafaji & Baker 2007, p. 209 Endeavour College of Natural Health 17

18 Actions & Indications of the Heart Channel o Disorders of the chest/heart o Calm the spirit o Treating tongue and speech disorders o Throat conditions (pain, swelling) o Eye conditions o Disorders along the channel o Various conditions of the complexion Point Tips: HT Yuan-Source point:ht7 HT Front-Mu Point:CV14 HT Luo-connecting point: HT5 HT Back-Shu point: BL15 Endeavour College of Natural Health 18

19 Pathway of the Pericardium Channel PC-1 Pericardium PC-3 PC-6 PC-7 Diaphragm Upper Jiao Middle Jiao Lower Jiao PC-9 Deadman, Al-Khafaji & Baker 2007, 367 Endeavour College of Natural Health 19

20 Functions of the Pericardium Zang opericardium is closely related to the Heart o Protects it (primarily from exterior pathogenic attack) Interesting Note: The pericardium was not originally considered an independent Zang organ. The channel of the Pericardium was itself considered to be the preferred channel to treat heart pathologies. Endeavour College of Natural Health 20

21 Actions & Indications of the Pericardium Channel o Cardiac pain, palpitation, arrhythmias o Pain of the chest o Pain of the lateral costal region o Disorders of the Stomach (vomiting) o Febrile diseases o Disorders of the spirit (Shen) o Swelling and pain in the axilla Point Tips: PC Yuan-Source point: PC7 PC Luo-connecting point: PC6 PC Front-Mu point:cv17 PC Back-Shu point:bl14 Endeavour College of Natural Health 21

22 Insomnia Endeavour College of Natural Health 22

23 Sleep disorder big picture Survey.pdf Endeavour College of Natural Health 23

24 o Definition o Big picture o Diagnosis Bio-medical Perspective: o Management o Additional links: Insomnia Endeavour College of Natural Health 24

25 TCM perspective: Sleep & Sleep disorder Endeavour College of Natural Health 25

26 Sleep Related TCM Questions o How does normal sleep happen according to TCM theory? o What is a normal sleep? o Describe the TCM human being body-clock. o What common types of sleep disorder can you list out? o What are the common aetiology and pathogens of sleep disorder? Endeavour College of Natural Health 26

27 Sleep: A TCM perspective o TCM views the human sleep-wake cycle is A dynamic yet integral physiological state, where almost all sleep disorders stem from either a deficiency of Qi or a surplus of Qi in the body organs (mainly kidney and heart). o TCM explains the sleep process using unique theory of Yin and Yang, Qi circulation, and spirit activity: The Yin-Yang natural Rhythm: Sleep help recharge the body to maintain balance between Yin and Yang in the body. The human body is programmed to live in harmony with the rhythm of nature: When Yang-qi is at its limit and Yin-qi is abundant, one s eyes are closed. When Yin-qi is at its limit and Yang-qi is abundant, one is awake. we naturally go to bed at the Yin predominate time (night) while wake up at the Yang predominate time (day) Endeavour College of Natural Health 27

28 Sleep: A TCM perspective (cont.) The Internal Energy Cycle o Energy levels and mood fluctuate during the day, this is due to the body clock that is reflected in the meridians and linked to the organs cycle. o TCM 24 hour body clock is divided into 12 two-hour intervals of the Qi (vital force) moving through the organ-meridian system. Endeavour College of Natural Health 28

29 Sleep: A TCM perspective (cont.) The Shen (spirit) activity Shen in TCM refers to mind, thought, state of consciousness and mental functioning that keep the mind sharp and alert. Shen is the highest authority of the physical body that orders it to rest or work. In coordination with natural rhythm, Shen hides in the organs at night for recharging, and comes out during daytime to exert its duties. That is why sleeping problems occur when Shen is disturbed. Endeavour College of Natural Health 29

30 Health issues & Shen disturbance Heat Emotional turmoil Yin or Blood deficiency Shen disturbance Insomnia palpitation Anxiety Manic behaviour delusions See Figure 3.1&3.2 Maclean, W & Lyttleton, J vol1 P827 Endeavour College of Natural Health 30

31 Notes o Sleep disorder mainly include: Insomnia : inability to experience normal sleep Somnolence : is characterized by constant sleepiness, regardless of the time of day or night. o From TCM viewpoints, Sleep disorder is not only due to Heart pathologies. o Almost all types of sleep disorder stem from either a deficiency of Qi or a surplus of Qi in the body organs. Endeavour College of Natural Health 31

32 TCM Perspective to Insomnia Content: o Definition o Aetiology and pathologies o Diagnosis and Pattern differentiation o TCM management strategy and methods for Insomnia o Acupuncture treatment for Insomnia See set text pp55-60 Endeavour College of Natural Health 32

33 TCM insomnia o Define: inability to experience normal sleep. Insomnia means insufficient duration/amount of sleep or sleep of poor quality. In mild cases, it may be difficulty in falling asleep or frequent waking from sleep. In severe cases, it may be inability to fall asleep all night. Headaches, dizziness, palpitation and forgetfulness commonly accompany insomnia. Discussion in class (it s better in practical section): How would you ask your patient presenting with sleep problem appropriate questions in the clinic consultation? Endeavour College of Natural Health 33

34 TCM Etiology and Pathogenesis o Insomnia is mostly induced by pathogenic factors agitating the Heart, or by malnourishment of the mind. Emotional stress: Anger-Liver; Pensiveness/worry-Spleen; Overexertion and excessive thinking-heart Prolonged illness: weak constitution & Kidney Qi deficiency of the heart and gallbladder Improper diet Endeavour College of Natural Health 34

35 TCM insomnia diagnosis Diagnosis strategy: o Identification of deficiency and strength o Rule out temporary and secondary insomnia o Types of Insomnia: mild, severe o Identification of visceral organ affected/involved Endeavour College of Natural Health 35

36 Insomnia TCM patterns differential diagnosis Basic patterns: o Excess patterns: 1) Liver Qi stagnation turning into fire 2) Phlegm-heat disturbance 3) Disharmony of stomach Qi o Deficiency patterns: 1) Lack of communication between the heart & Kidney 2) Heart and Spleen deficiency 3) Heart and Gallbladder Qi deficiency Questions required students to be able to answer: Outline the key S&S of each pattern of insomnia mentioned as above. (see set text P57-59) Endeavour College of Natural Health 36

37 Differentiation of deficiency/strength type insomnia: o The deficiency type (Mainly)Qi and blood deficiency dysfunction of the heart due to malnourishment of Blood and or Yin (Yin deficiency with strong Fire. (This type is commonly associated with restlessness.) o The strength type (mainly) due to Phlegm-Heat causing upward disturbance, and typically shows agitation, irascibility, a bitter taste in the mouth and a dry throat, constipation and dark urine. Endeavour College of Natural Health 37

38 Key s & s of Insomnia in Common TCM Patterns o Deficiency of the heart & spleen: be able to fall asleep but readily awakens and then unable to fall asleep again o Flaming Fire due to Yin deficiency: difficulty of falling asleep with restlessness, palpitation, aphthous sores in the mouth and mouth dryness in the night. o Insufficiency of the heart and the gallbladder/blood insufficiency and liver hyperactivity: patient falls asleep readily but wakes up with fright and is generally fearful and irascible, with frequent sighing o Dysfunction of the heart: insomnia accompanied with frequent dreams, dizziness, headache and forgetfulness Endeavour College of Natural Health 38

39 Insomnia Acupuncture treatment o Treatment with acupuncture and herbs usually produces a reliable result on most types of insomnia. o Adjunct therapy is useful in most types of insomnia, particularly relaxation or meditation to calm the mind. o Acupuncture Treatment: In general, acu-treatment should be applied 2hs before sleep. Treatment principle, acupuncture prescription and manipulation for each pattern of insomnia (details See set text p59-60) Endeavour College of Natural Health 39

40 Acupuncture treatment for Insomnia (set text) o Prescription: HT7,SP6 & Anmian Extra13 for all patterns o Supplementary acu-points: 1) Liver fire: + BL18, BL19,GB12 2) Phlegm-heat: + ST40, BL19, LU5 3) Disharmony of stomach Qi: +BL21, ST45,ST36 4) Lack of communication between HT and KI: + BL15,BL23,KI3 5) Heart & Spleen Xu: +BL20, BL15, SP1 6) Heart & GB Qi Xu: +HT5,GB40 Endeavour College of Natural Health 40

41 Identification of patterns and treatment Maciocia, G. (2008). o Full 1) Liver fire blazing 2) Heart fire blazing 3) Phlegm-heat harassing the mind 4) Heart Qi stagnation 5) Heart blood stasis 6) Residual heat in the diaphragm 7) Retention of food o Empty 1) Heart-Spleen blood Xu 2) Heart-yin xu 3) Heart and Kidney not harmonized 4) Heart and Gallbladder Xu 5) Liver-yin Xu Endeavour College of Natural Health 41

42 Identification of patterns and treatment Maciocia, G. (2008). (cont.) o BL62 (reducing) + BL1(even)+KI6 (in combination)-can used for any of the full patterns of insomnia, due to the following explanation: These points can harmonize the flow of the Yin and Yang stepping vessels to the eyes and promote sleep; The Yin and Yang of the Yin and Yang stepping Vessels interconnect: Yang enters Yin and Yin exits towards Yang and the two meet at the corner of the eyes. When Yang-Qi is in Excess, the eyes stay open; when Yin-Qi is in Excess, they stays closed. -The Spiritual Axis in Chapter 21 Endeavour College of Natural Health 42

43 Additional slides: Shen Calming Chinese herbal formulae o Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan ( 天王补心丹 ) o Suan Zao Ren Tang ( 酸枣仁汤 ) Endeavour College of Natural Health 43

44 Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan Heavenly Emperor s Heart Tonic Pill ( 天王补心丹 ) Composition: Sheng Di Huang, Mai Men Dong, Tian Men Dong, Xuan Shen, Dan Shen, Dang Gui, Ren Shen, Suan Zao Ren, Bai Zi Ren, Wu Wei Zi, Fu Ling, Jie Geng, Yuan Zhi Administration: Grind the drugs into powder, mixed the powder with honey to make pills. take 6-9g of the pill each time, or all drugs decoct in water for oral administration Functions: Nourish heat. heart and kidney yin; Tonify blood; Calms the shen; and Clears deficient Indications: Treating restlessness and insomnia due to Heart-Yin and Kidney-Yin deficiency and empty-fire. Contraindications: Early stage acute illness. Biomedical Indications: Sedative, Tranquilizer, Nervine, Calminative Dosage: 8-12 pills at 3 x / day (away from food) where possible Endeavour College of Natural Health endeavour.edu.au 44

45 Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan Heavenly Emperor s Heart Tonic Pill (McClean 2003, p358) TCM Dx: Heart and Kidney Yin Xu o Waking hot, night sweats, hot hands and feet, dry skin and hair o Patients tend to be thin, dry and nervy or agitated, mostly women >40 years o Irritability, poor concentration, forgetfulness o Chronic or recurrent mouth ulcers o Insomnia frequent waking, anxious waking, vivid dreams o Palpitations o Anxiety, panic attacks o Tendency for dry stools or constipation o Tongue: Red dry tongue, cracked or very red to tip of the tongue o Pulse: Thready, rapid pulse Endeavour College of Natural Health endeavour.edu.au 45

46 Suan Zao Ren Tang Sour Jujube Decoction ( 酸枣仁汤 ) Composition: Suan Zao Ren, Fu Ling, Zhi Mu, Chuan Xiong, Zhi Gan Cao Administration: All drugs decoct in water for oral administration Functions: Nourish liver blood; Calms the shen; Clears the heat; and Alleviates irritability. Indications: Restlessness and insomnia due to deficiency, associated with palpitation, night sweating, vertigo, dry throat and mouth, thready and wiry pulse. Biomedical Indications: Sedative, Tranquilizer Dosage: 8-12 pills at 3 x / day (away from food) where possible Endeavour College of Natural Health endeavour.edu.au 46

47 Suan Zao Ren Tang Sour Jujube Decoction (McClean 2003, p367) TCM Dx: Heart yin/blood xu or Liver yin/blood xu o Insomnia o Irritability o Anxiety o Nervousness o Forgetfulness o Excessive dreaming o Palpitations o Night sweats o Thirst o Dizziness o Dry mouth and throat o Tongue: Dry, red tip o Pulse: Thready, wiry, rapid Endeavour College of Natural Health endeavour.edu.au 47

48 o Definition Somnolence (Duo Mei, 多寐 ) Is characterized by constant sleepiness, regardless of the time of day or night. o TCM Aetiology and pathogenesis A state of imbalance between Yin and Yang, Yin predominates. Mostly it is due to Excessive dampness, SP-Qi deficiency and SP-Yang deficiency. o TCM Differentiation and treatment (usually combined therapies) 1) Excessive dampness 2) Spleen Qi deficiency 3) Spleen Yang deficiency See set text P61-62 Endeavour College of Natural Health 48

49 Research Articles Evidence of Practice o Acupuncture Beats Drugs For Insomnia Relief o Acupuncture for insomnia after stroke: a systematic review and meta-analysis o A systematic review of acupuncture for sleep quality in people with insomnia DOI: /j.ctim o Effects of acupuncture therapy on insomnia (review) Endeavour College of Natural Health 49

50 Summary & Practical Hits Discussion o Summarize this session learning o In-class discussion: lecturer facilitates students group discussion and summarize the practical hints (See set text P60) Endeavour College of Natural Health 50

51 Break Endeavour College of Natural Health 51

52 Practical Tutorial Interactive activity in class: 1) According to the CM etiology and pathogenesis of insomnia, what appropriate questions do you think to ask a patient presenting with sleep issues? 1) Practical Hints discussion: see set text P60 Endeavour College of Natural Health 52

53 Group discussion Insomnia treatment 1. List the types of insomnia you usually see in the clinical practice. 2. What Chinese herbal formulae you may select for different pattern of insomnia? (refer to your set text)

54 Case 1: Insomnia Case Studies A 36-year old male presented with insomnia for several years. He is sometimes unable to sleep at all through the entire night. He frequently had recurrent aphthous sores in the mouth and on the tongue. In addition, he had dizziness and headaches. At the time of presentation he had much thirst with desire to drink large amounts. His tongue was red, with scant coating. His pulse was threadlike and rapid. Endeavour College of Natural Health 54

55 Case study 2 31 years old female presents for assist sleep and stress (onset: <2 years). She reports very difficult to fall asleep ( took ~2 to 3 hours each night to try to fall asleep ). Further questioning also determines that the patient suffers from palpitation, dry mouth and constipation, poor appetite and occasional stomach ache following meals. She has recently had her eye worsen and recently purchased new glasses. Clinical Assessments: Other: Hypochondrium pain Pulse: thready and slightly rapid Tongue: Red tongue with little coating Endeavour College of Natural Health 55

56 Case study questions o What is the TCM diagnosis (Disease and Pattern)? Explain your answer. o What is the TCM treatment principle? o What TCM treatment methods will you choose to combine in the management for the patient s condition? o Choose at least five acu-points for your acupuncture prescription to treat this condition based on your diagnosis. o Give the rationale for the above acupuncture points & demonstrate your appropriate needling techniques and OH&S knowledge and skills. o Recommend suitable lifestyle/dietary advice for this condition based on Chinese Medicine theory. o How might be the progress of the patient s condition after a course of appropriate treatment has been applied? Endeavour College of Natural Health 56

57 Practical o Demonstration and practice of the assessment, diagnosis and treatment for the patient in case study o Lets treat each other according to the diagnosis and treatment. Endeavour College of Natural Health 57

58 Main References Shi, A. (2011). Essentials of Chinese medicine: Internal medicine. (2nd ed.). Walnut, CA: Bridge Publishing Group. Maciocia, G. (2008). The practice of Chinese medicine: Treatment of disease with acupuncture and Chinese herbs(2nd ed.). Edinburgh, Scotland: Elsevier Churchill Livingstone. [ebook available] Maclean, W., & Lyttleton, J. (1998). Clinical handbook of internal medicine: The treatment of disease with traditional Chinese medicine, volume one, lung, kidney, liver, heart. Sydney, NSW: University of Western Sydney. Maclean, W., & Lyttleton, J. (2002). Clinical handbook of internal medicine: The treatment of disease with traditional Chinese medicine, volume two, spleen and stomach. Sydney, NSW: University of Western Sydney. Maclean, W., & Lyttleton, J. (2010). Clinical handbook of internal medicine: The treatment of disease with traditional Chinese medicine, volume three, blood, fluid and channel disorders. Ulladulla, NSW: Pangolin Press. Endeavour College of Natural Health 58

59 Endeavour College of Natural Health endeavour.edu.au 59

Our ongoing interest in spirit

Our ongoing interest in spirit Soothing the Troubled Spirit with Blue Poppy Originals Formulas with Honora Lee Wolfe Our ongoing interest in spirit Western practitioners of Chinese medicine have always had more interest in diseases

More information

4-1 Dyspnea (Chuan, 喘 )

4-1 Dyspnea (Chuan, 喘 ) 4-1 Dyspnea (Chuan, 喘 ) Concept Breathing with difficulty (open wide mouth, raise shoulders) Etiology and pathogenesis Climatic factors Phlegm fluid Emotion Chronic diseases Exertion Over sex Diagnosis

More information

Dang Gui Si Ni Tang Tangkuei Decoction for Frigid Extremities

Dang Gui Si Ni Tang Tangkuei Decoction for Frigid Extremities Dang Gui Si Ni Tang Tangkuei Decoction for Frigid Extremities D F E G ctions: Warms the channels, disperses cold, nourishes the xue, and unblocks the xue vessels. hief Deputy (a) Dang Gui (b) Gui Zhi (c)

More information

Course: Diagnostics II Date: Class #: 2

Course: Diagnostics II Date: Class #: 2 Course: Diagnostics II Date: 10-03-07 Class #: 2 Eight principles cont d Know: what is true/what is false (true cold/false heat for example) Know yin deficiency symptoms Know exterior/interior dx. Note:

More information

FAMILIES OF REMEDIES

FAMILIES OF REMEDIES FAMILIES OF REMEDIES This newsletter will present the main "families" of remedies grouped according to condition treated in a tabular form for quick reference. The "families" of remedies considered will

More information

CMPR121. Session 13. Small Intestine

CMPR121. Session 13. Small Intestine CMPR121 Session 13 Small Intestine Chinese Medicine Department www.endeavour.edu.au Small Intestine o Separates the pure from the impure o Receives & transports food o Separates fluids o Is responsible

More information

CMCS121. Session 4. Interview Workshop/ Abdominal Pain. Chinese Medicine Department.

CMCS121. Session 4. Interview Workshop/ Abdominal Pain. Chinese Medicine Department. CMCS121 Session 4 Interview Workshop/ Abdominal Pain Chinese Medicine Department www.endeavour.edu.au Abdominal Pain o Maciocia, p 145-147, o Pain, p 255-259, 735-745 o Digestive symptoms p 262, o Asking

More information

Single Herbs III / Quiz I

Single Herbs III / Quiz I Single Herbs III / Quiz I 1. What herb is good to generate fluids? A. Ren Shen C. Xi Yang Shen B. Tai Zi Shen D. All the Shens 2. What herb is best for Qi collapse? A. Huang Qi C. Dang Shen B. Ren Shen

More information

Functions and applications of Long Yan Rou and Suan Zao Ren By Alexandre Djukanovic

Functions and applications of Long Yan Rou and Suan Zao Ren By Alexandre Djukanovic Functions and applications of Long Yan Rou and Suan Zao Ren By Alexandre Djukanovic 龍眼肉 lóng yăn ròu, "dragon eye flesh 酸棗仁 suān zăo rén, "sour date seed" 1. Summary In this paper the functions and uses

More information

Upper Jiao problem Pallor of face Qi/Yang/Blood Xu or Cold Can be excess, or Blood Deficiency

Upper Jiao problem Pallor of face Qi/Yang/Blood Xu or Cold Can be excess, or Blood Deficiency Course: Diagnostics II Date: Dec 8, 2007 Combination Symptoms Combination Syndrome Symptom Caused by Qi Deficiency of Heart and Lung Palpitation Indicative of heart problem Cough with difficult inhalation,

More information

Contents. Basic Theory of Acupuncture. (Page 1) Acupuncture Points. (Page 31) Side Effects of Acupuncture. (Page 51)

Contents. Basic Theory of Acupuncture. (Page 1) Acupuncture Points. (Page 31) Side Effects of Acupuncture. (Page 51) VII Contents Basic Theory of Acupuncture (Page 1) Scientific Aspects of Acupuncture..................... 2 Indication and Direction of Action of Acupuncture.................................... 12 Relative

More information

Acupuncture Today, July, 2010.

Acupuncture Today, July, 2010. The Herbalist Corner Acupuncture Today, July, 2010. BROADENING STRATEGIES IN THE TREATMENT OF INSOMNIA Jake Paul Fratkin, OMD, L.Ac. Successful treatment of insomnia can be an elusive goal, especially

More information

Acupuncture Heals Erectile Dysfunction Finding

Acupuncture Heals Erectile Dysfunction Finding Acupuncture Heals Erectile Dysfunction Finding Published by HealthCMI on 02 May 2018. erectile dysfunction. Acupuncture and herbs are effective for the treatment of erectile dysfunction. In research conducted

More information

Course: Chinese Herbology 3 Date: May 19, 2009 Class #: 6 12 D Tonify Yin and 13 Stabilize and Bind

Course: Chinese Herbology 3 Date: May 19, 2009 Class #: 6 12 D Tonify Yin and 13 Stabilize and Bind Course: Chinese Herbology 3 Date: May 19, 2009 Class #: 6 12 D Tonify Yin and 13 Stabilize and Bind Yin Tonics: know the channels for sure! Tian Dong This is the asparagus tuber, but not the same as the

More information

Single Herbs III / Quiz II

Single Herbs III / Quiz II Single Herbs III / Quiz II 1. What herb can nourish St Yin and brightens the eyes? A. Mai Dong C. Sha Shen B. Shi Hu D. Tian Dong 2. What herb can be used for an exterior invasion with Yin Xu? A. Sha Shen

More information

Course: Formulas 1 Date: December 2, 2009 Class #: 10. Function in Formula. Disperse stagnation

Course: Formulas 1 Date: December 2, 2009 Class #: 10. Function in Formula. Disperse stagnation Course: Formulas 1 Date: December 2, 2009 Class #: 10 Xi Jiao Di Huang Tang : o Clear Heat toxins o o Disperse stagnation : o Heat in the blood Xi jiao Sheng di Shao yao Mu dan pi Clear Heart heat Nourish

More information

Used for exterior conditions such as common colds, fevers, and flu s. Many of these formulas induce sweating. This category can be subdivided into

Used for exterior conditions such as common colds, fevers, and flu s. Many of these formulas induce sweating. This category can be subdivided into Section 1 Used for exterior conditions such as common colds, fevers, and flu s. Many of these formulas induce sweating. This category can be subdivided into formulas the release cold or heat. Traditionally

More information

Introduction to Acupuncture

Introduction to Acupuncture Introduction to Acupuncture The TCM paradigm Objective- To explain the following: Definition of Acupuncture Overview of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Meridian Theory The Eight Principles Pathogenic

More information

Blood deficiency. Yuxing Liu. Academy of Oriental Medicine at Austin

Blood deficiency. Yuxing Liu. Academy of Oriental Medicine at Austin Blood deficiency Yuxing Liu Academy of Oriental Medicine at Austin Key Symptoms Pale: tongue, nails, complexion, eyelids Dizziness; Floaters, blurred vision Poor concentration, memory Palpitations; Insomnia,

More information

Course: Formulas 1 Date: September 30, 2009 Class #: 2 Prof: Dr. Ma

Course: Formulas 1 Date: September 30, 2009 Class #: 2 Prof: Dr. Ma Course: Formulas 1 Date: September 30, 2009 Class #: 2 Prof: Dr. Ma WEEK TWO: Class 2 Goals: Students will learn traditional treatment methods - sweating, vomiting, draining downward, harmonizing, warming,

More information

CMHB221 Chinese Herbal Formulae

CMHB221 Chinese Herbal Formulae CMHB221 Chinese Herbal Formulae Session Four Tonifying Chinese herbal formulae: Xue; Qi and Xue: o o o o o English name; Pin yin name and Chinese name Composition; dosage and administration Functions and

More information

Acupuncture and Herbs Eliminate Meniere s Disease

Acupuncture and Herbs Eliminate Meniere s Disease Acupuncture and Herbs Eliminate Meniere s Disease Published by HealthCMi on June 2018 Acupuncture has been proven clinically effective for the treatment of Meniere s disease, a disorder characterized by

More information

CMAC212. Session 9. Special point categories. Focusing on: Small & Large Intestine. Chinese Medicine Department.

CMAC212. Session 9. Special point categories. Focusing on: Small & Large Intestine. Chinese Medicine Department. CMAC212 Session 9 Special point categories Focusing on: Small & Large Intestine Chinese Medicine Department www.endeavour.edu.au Session 9 Today we shall: o Discuss point prescriptions for the take home

More information

Liu Jing and Liu Jing Diagnosis System in Classical TCM Discussions of Six Divisions or Six Confirmations Diagnosis System in Classical TCM Texts

Liu Jing and Liu Jing Diagnosis System in Classical TCM Discussions of Six Divisions or Six Confirmations Diagnosis System in Classical TCM Texts Liu Jing and Liu Jing Diagnosis System in Classical TCM Discussions of Six Divisions or Six Confirmations Diagnosis System in Classical TCM Texts Liu Jing Bian Zheng system had developed about 1800 years

More information

Acupuncture in the Chiropractic Practice

Acupuncture in the Chiropractic Practice Acupuncture in the Chiropractic Practice Define and describe Shen and its role in health and the five element system Identify common conditions in which Shen plays an important role Explore acupuncture

More information

CMAC311. Session 4. Chinese Medicine Department MENSTRUATION DISORDERS. Pre-menstrual Syndrome (PMS) Dysmenorrhea (painful periods)

CMAC311. Session 4. Chinese Medicine Department MENSTRUATION DISORDERS. Pre-menstrual Syndrome (PMS) Dysmenorrhea (painful periods) CMAC311 Session 4 MENSTRUATION DISORDERS Pre-menstrual Syndrome (PMS) Dysmenorrhea (painful periods) Chinese Medicine Department www.endeavour.edu.au Session Contents o Explain the aetiology factors &

More information

Five Virtues Center for Acupuncture

Five Virtues Center for Acupuncture Five Virtues Center for Acupuncture Case Study: Headaches and Amenorrhea By Ross Rosen and Jennifer Sobonski History: Patient is a 15- year- old girl who was referred with headaches and amenorrhea. Her

More information

C 22. Calming LV, tranquilizing internal wind (13) LV yang. Shi Jue Ming ** Properties: Salty, mild cold LV. Actions: Suppress LV yang, clear eye heat

C 22. Calming LV, tranquilizing internal wind (13) LV yang. Shi Jue Ming ** Properties: Salty, mild cold LV. Actions: Suppress LV yang, clear eye heat C 22. Calming LV, tranquilizing internal wind (13) LV yang Shi Jue Ming ** Zhen Zhu Mu * (Long Gu -)*** Mu Li *** Dai Zhe Shi ** Bai Ji Li/Ci Ji Li Wind/spasm Gou Teng ** Tian Ma *** Di Long ** Quan Xie

More information

POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN ACUPUNCTURE (PGDACP) Term-End Examination December, 2010 PGDACP-01 : BASIC THEORIES OF ACUPUNCTURE/TCM DIAGNOSIS

POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN ACUPUNCTURE (PGDACP) Term-End Examination December, 2010 PGDACP-01 : BASIC THEORIES OF ACUPUNCTURE/TCM DIAGNOSIS No. of Printed Pages : 11 PGDACP - 01 l POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN ACUPUNCTURE (PGDACP) 00061 Term-End Examination December, 2010 PGDACP-01 : BASIC THEORIES OF ACUPUNCTURE/TCM DIAGNOSIS Time : 2 Hours Maximum

More information

9/13/2012. Heart - Small Intestine. Pericardium San Jiao. 4 Fire Element Organs Yin Heart & Pericardium. Yang Small Intestine San Jiao

9/13/2012. Heart - Small Intestine. Pericardium San Jiao. 4 Fire Element Organs Yin Heart & Pericardium. Yang Small Intestine San Jiao ChiroCredit.com Presents: AcuPractice Seminars 212: Heart - Small Intestine / Pericardium San Jiao 4 Fire Element Organs Yin Heart & Pericardium Yang Small Intestine San Jiao Dr. Jim Ventresca www.acupracticeseminars.com

More information

DIFFERENTIAL QUESTIONS

DIFFERENTIAL QUESTIONS 4 IMBALANCES AND 5 ORGANS A New System for Diagnosis and Treatment DIFFERENTIAL QUESTIONS Jeremy Ross www.jeremyross.com DIFFERENTIAL QUESTIONS A New System for Diagnosis 90 Organ syndromes In Chinese

More information

ACUPUNCTURE AND TOUCH PROTOCOL

ACUPUNCTURE AND TOUCH PROTOCOL ACUPUNCTURE AND TOUCH PROTOCOL The Role of Acupuncture Treatment with the Management of Threatened Miscarriage: An exploratory study Acupuncture treatment This involves receiving an acupuncture treatment

More information

Chapter 15 Substances that Subdue Liver Yang and Extinguish Liver Wind

Chapter 15 Substances that Subdue Liver Yang and Extinguish Liver Wind Course: Chinese Herbology 3 Date: June 16, 2009 Class #: 9 Chapter 15: Sub LV Yang and Ext LV Wind Chapter 15 Substances that Subdue Liver Yang and Extinguish Liver Wind Already covered many herbs that

More information

Medicated diet. Tonify the Qi

Medicated diet. Tonify the Qi Medicated diet Tonify the Qi 1. Ren shen ginseng root Properties: sweet, slightly bitter, slightly warm Channels entered: LU, SP a. Strongly tonifies the basal qi, Tonifies the lung and spleen qi. a. Benefits

More information

TCM CASE STUDY On line course provided by Taught by Clara Cohen

TCM CASE STUDY On line course provided by Taught by Clara Cohen TCM CASE STUDY On line course provided by Taught by Clara Cohen Causes: Emotions Post Partum Deficiency Short scanty menses Tired - Poor memory Pale tongue - Weak thin pulse Deficiency Short scanty menses

More information

DIRECTIONAL PULSE READING

DIRECTIONAL PULSE READING DIRECTIONAL PULSE READING HISTORICAL CONTEXT Mai Jing (Pulse Treatise) By Wang Shu He (180-270 CE) Discusses static pulses and pulses that occupy more than one position Li Shi Zhen (1518-1593) Pulse Diagnosis

More information

PHLEGM. Signs of Phlegm The essential signs of Phlegm are a Swollen tongue body with a sticky tongue coating and a Slippery or Wiry pulse.

PHLEGM. Signs of Phlegm The essential signs of Phlegm are a Swollen tongue body with a sticky tongue coating and a Slippery or Wiry pulse. PHLEGM The concept of Phlegm is very wide-ranging and important in Chinese Medicine. Phlegm is extremely frequent in clinical practice and is at the same time a pathological condition and an aetiological

More information

A N OTHER - 04 September :16 - Source Points. A N OTHER - 04 September :16 - Source Points 11AM-3PM 3PM-7PM

A N OTHER - 04 September :16 - Source Points. A N OTHER - 04 September :16 - Source Points 11AM-3PM 3PM-7PM Exam Findings A N OTHER - 04 September 2008 19:16 - Source Points 200 A N OTHER - 04 September 2008 19:16 - Source Points 175 150 131134 125 126 116 101 100 75 112 130 138136 124 118 148 132 128130 122

More information

A Channel Based Approach

A Channel Based Approach A Channel Based Approach Meridian Circuits A meridian circuit is composed of meridians that are interconnected according to either their Chinese names, the internal-external relationships, or the horary

More information

Course: Diagnostics I Date: August 14, 2007 Class #: 7. Drinking (pt of Q5)

Course: Diagnostics I Date: August 14, 2007 Class #: 7. Drinking (pt of Q5) Course: Diagnostics I Date: August 14, 2007 Class #: 7 For quiz review the 10 trad questions, 16 questions. And more. 10 Traditional q s (cont d) Thirsty? Ask this first. Most important question. Drinking

More information

Treatment Principle Basics

Treatment Principle Basics Treatment Principle Basics Blood : Main TX: Nourish Blood + Tonify the Organ so: : Heart Blood Nourish Blood, tonify HT Calm Mind Pericardium Blood Nourish Blood, strengthen Heart and Pericardium Move

More information

EMPEROR'S COLLEGE MTOM COURSE SYLLABUS HERB FORMULAE II

EMPEROR'S COLLEGE MTOM COURSE SYLLABUS HERB FORMULAE II COURSE DESCRIPTION The second of three courses in the Herb Formulae series. Categories covered in Formulae II include the Tonify Qi and Blood, Regulate Qi, Invigorate the Blood, Stop Bleeding, Stabilize

More information

Course: Diagnostics II Date: 9/26/07 Class #: 1

Course: Diagnostics II Date: 9/26/07 Class #: 1 Course: Diagnostics II Date: 9/26/07 Class #: 1 Theories of disease and symptom analysis to acquire differentiation. There are several tools and systems you can use to analyze symptoms and get form a differentiation

More information

Root & Branch Bulk Formula List

Root & Branch Bulk Formula List An asterisk * indicates the inclusion of 1 or more granule versions of an herb because of limited availability on the American herbal market. These products are usually animal in nature like E Jiao, Shui

More information

Chapter 14 Warming interior

Chapter 14 Warming interior Chapter 14 Warming interior [7. Herbs That Warm the Interior, 9] Fu Zi 附子 Gan Jiang 乾薑 Rou Gui 肉桂 Wu Zhu Yu 吳茱萸 Xiao Hui Xiang 小茴香 9 herbs Ding Xiang 丁香 Gao Liang Jiang 高良薑 Hua Jiao 花椒 Hu Jiao 胡椒 : Pungent,

More information

Class 1 - Point Indication. Review of TCM theory. Yin / Yang ( / Yin and Yang are:

Class 1 - Point Indication. Review of TCM theory. Yin / Yang ( / Yin and Yang are: Class 1 - Point Indication Review of TCM theory Yin / Yang ( / Yin and Yang are: 1. Counterbalanced They are the generalization of the relative opposite principles observed throughout all things 2. Inter-transforming

More information

Clear Heat and Cool Blood Herbs

Clear Heat and Cool Blood Herbs Course: Chinese Herbology 1 Date: October 28, 2008 Class #: 6 Clear Heat/Cool Blood Herbs Clear Heat and Cool Blood Herbs Introduction Used for Ying and Xue stages, the 2 deepest of the four levels of

More information

Lung and Large Intestine

Lung and Large Intestine Course: Diagnostics II Date: October 17, 2007 Class #: 4 Homework For each zang or fu: make a small chart for each for symptoms. Do a chart per organ, later do a chart with combinations. See slide 9 from

More information

Section Two. Chapter 1 Herbs for relieving superficial syndrome (Biao Zheng) 解表藥 (23) A. Pungent & warm 辛溫解表 (13)

Section Two. Chapter 1 Herbs for relieving superficial syndrome (Biao Zheng) 解表藥 (23) A. Pungent & warm 辛溫解表 (13) Section Two Chapter 1 Herbs for relieving superficial syndrome (Biao Zheng) 解表藥 (23) A. Pungent & warm 辛溫解表 (13) Pungent, warm, SD of wind cold: no sweating, aversion to cold/fever, pain, sp/tense pulse

More information

Heavenly Qi Podcast 5 Element Blocks to Treatment

Heavenly Qi Podcast 5 Element Blocks to Treatment F I V E E E M E N T A C U P U N C T U E S E M I N A S G Y E B E N N E T T S I C. A C. ( U. K. ) M. B. A C. C. A. T. M. S. E G I S T E E D A C U P U N C T U I S T Heavenly Qi Podcast 5 Element Blocks to

More information

Acupuncture And Herbs Proven Effective For PID Treatment

Acupuncture And Herbs Proven Effective For PID Treatment Acupuncture And Herbs Proven Effective For PID Treatment Published by HealthCMi on 29 May 2018 Researchers find acupuncture combined with herbal medicine effective for the treatment of chronic pelvic inflammatory

More information

A new understanding of the Brain and its clinical application

A new understanding of the Brain and its clinical application A new understanding of the Brain and its clinical application Tianjun Wang ABSTRACT The Brain in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is traditionally one of the six extraordinary organs and there are very

More information

TONICS TO TONIFY OR TO EXPEL: THAT IS THE QUESTION

TONICS TO TONIFY OR TO EXPEL: THAT IS THE QUESTION TONICS "The three months of Autumn are the time of harvest. The energy of Heaven begins to blow swiftly and the energy of Earth begins to change colour. One should go to bed early and rise early: maintain

More information

TCM & CONSTIPATION. Provided by AcuPro Academy - Copyright AcuPro Academy 2014 All Rights Reserved

TCM & CONSTIPATION. Provided by AcuPro Academy - Copyright AcuPro Academy 2014 All Rights Reserved TCM & CONSTIPATION Provided by AcuPro Academy - 1 INTRODUCTION TO CONSTIPATION Causes Diet Illnesses Drugs Lack of exercise Emotions 2 TCM PATTERNS FOR CONSTIPATION TCM patterns Symptoms Tx Principles

More information

Session 9. Abdominal pain (Fu tong, 腹痛 ) Nausea / vomiting. Chinese Medicine Department. SP, ST & Intestinal Pathologies

Session 9. Abdominal pain (Fu tong, 腹痛 ) Nausea / vomiting. Chinese Medicine Department. SP, ST & Intestinal Pathologies Session 9 SP, ST & Intestinal Pathologies Abdominal pain (Fu tong, 腹痛 ) Abdominal Distension (Fu Zhang, 腹胀 ) Nausea / vomiting (E Xin/Ou Tu, 恶心 / 呕吐 ) Chinese Medicine Department www.endeavour.edu.au o

More information

Summary of Chapter 44 of the Líng Shū

Summary of Chapter 44 of the Líng Shū Summary of Chapter 44 of the Líng Shū Shùn Qì Yī Rì Fēn Wéi Sì Shí The Human Healthy Energy in the Day and Night Corresponds with the Energies of the Four Seasons Paragraph 1 The initiation of the various

More information

CMAC111 Acupuncture Channel Theory

CMAC111 Acupuncture Channel Theory CMAC111 Acupuncture Channel Theory Session 9 Four Examination Methods in Channel Diagnosis Channels & Collaterals of the Kidney Chinese Medicine Department All channel diagrams used with permission. Deadman,

More information

Term-End Examination December, 2009

Term-End Examination December, 2009 PGDACP - 01 POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN ACUPUNCTURE (PGDACP) 00931 Term-End Examination December, 2009 PGDACP-01 : BASIC THEORIES OF ACUPUNCTURE/TCM DIAGNOSIS Time : 2 Hours Maximum Marks : 70 Note : There

More information

Oriental Medical Physiology. Shaoyin (Heart and Kidney) Physiology

Oriental Medical Physiology. Shaoyin (Heart and Kidney) Physiology Oriental Medical Physiology Shaoyin (Heart and Kidney) Physiology Six Levels of Physiology In Chinese Medicine Taiyang (UB/SI) Opens outward (to outside) Shaoyang (GB/SJ) Pivot Yangming (LI/ST) Closes

More information

INFERTILITY Giovanni Maciocia

INFERTILITY Giovanni Maciocia INFERTILITY 馬 Giovanni Maciocia 萬 里 INFERTILITY Infertility is defined as the inability to produce offspring in a woman who has been trying for two years with a normal sexual life and, of course, the reproductive

More information

Course: Acupuncture Treatment of Disease 2 Date: February 26, 2009 Doc: Case Studies for Quiz 2

Course: Acupuncture Treatment of Disease 2 Date: February 26, 2009 Doc: Case Studies for Quiz 2 Course: Acupuncture Treatment of Disease 2 Date: February 26, 2009 Doc: Case Studies for Quiz 2 This quiz covers: Class 4: Epilepsy Class 5: Headaches and Migraines Class 6: Shingles (Herpes zoster) and

More information

The Herbalist s Corner

The Herbalist s Corner Acupuncture Today, July 2008 The Herbalist s Corner Jake Paul Fratkin, OMD. L.Ac. MANAGING A PATIENT WITH MULTIPLE COMPLAINTS A situation common to American herbalist/acupuncturists is the arrival of a

More information

Frequently asked questions regarding concentrated herbs

Frequently asked questions regarding concentrated herbs Frequently asked questions regarding concentrated herbs How many raw herbs are needed to make the concentrates? There are several possibilities to answer that question. The simplest answer is that 250

More information

Warms Jīng ( 经 ) and dispels Hán. Nourishes Xuè and opens Blood vessels. Hán obstruction in Jīng with Xuè Xū

Warms Jīng ( 经 ) and dispels Hán. Nourishes Xuè and opens Blood vessels. Hán obstruction in Jīng with Xuè Xū ormulas that Warm the Channels and Dispel Cold 1 Dāng Guī Sì Nì Tāng 当归四逆汤 Angelica rigid Extremities Decoction Warms Jīng ( 经 ) and dispels Hán. Nourishes uè and opens Blood vessels. Hán obstruction in

More information

URINARY DISORDERS: Lin Syndromes. Linda Boggie Eric Hartmann

URINARY DISORDERS: Lin Syndromes. Linda Boggie Eric Hartmann URINARY DISORDERS: Lin Syndromes Linda Boggie Eric Hartmann Lin Syndromes Painful Urination Syndromes Painful Frequent Short Urgent Dribbling A disruption in urine flow Often associated with or are an

More information

The Foundations of Oriental Medicine Expanded Content Outline

The Foundations of Oriental Medicine Expanded Content Outline The Foundations of Oriental Medicine Expanded Content Outline (Effective as of February 1, 2014) Note to Candidate: This document serves as a guide to assist in examination preparation for candidates who

More information

EXPLAINING 4 Imbalances and 5 Organs

EXPLAINING 4 Imbalances and 5 Organs 4 IMBALANCES AND 5 ORGANS A New System for Diagnosis and Treatment EXPLAINING 4 Imbalances and 5 Organs Jeremy Ross www.jeremyross.com DIFFERENTIAL QUESTIONS A New System for Diagnosis 90 Organ syndromes

More information

Term-End Examination June, 2010

Term-End Examination June, 2010 00643 No. of Printed Pages : 12 PGDACP - 01 POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN ACUPUNCTURE (PGDACP) Term-End Examination June, 2010 PGDACP-01 : BASIC THEORIES OF ACUPUNCTURE/TCM DIAGNOSIS Time : 2 Hours Maximum

More information

Oriental Herbology II HERBS THAT CALM SPIRIT. Lana Farson, M.S., L.Ac. Symptoms of uncalm spirit. CALM SPIRIT HERBS 2 types

Oriental Herbology II HERBS THAT CALM SPIRIT. Lana Farson, M.S., L.Ac. Symptoms of uncalm spirit. CALM SPIRIT HERBS 2 types riental Herbology II HERBS THAT CALM SPIRIT Lana Farson, M.S., L.Ac. 1 Symptoms of uncalm spirit 2 CALM SPIRIT HERBS 2 types 1.Sedative Herbs that calm spirit (Excess Type cases) 2.Nourishing herbs that

More information

Session 1. Subject Introduction. Tutorial: Academic Writing & Research Skills. Chinese Medicine Department.

Session 1. Subject Introduction. Tutorial: Academic Writing & Research Skills. Chinese Medicine Department. Session 1 Subject Introduction Tutorial: Academic Writing & Research Skills Chinese Medicine Department www.endeavour.edu.au Session 1 Contents o 2-hour subject introduction Introduction to the subject

More information

Session 2. Lung pathologies. Common cold (Gan Mao, 感冒 ) & influenza (Liu Gan, 流感 ) Chinese Medicine Department.

Session 2. Lung pathologies. Common cold (Gan Mao, 感冒 ) & influenza (Liu Gan, 流感 ) Chinese Medicine Department. Session 2 Lung pathologies Common cold (Gan Mao, 感冒 ) & influenza (Liu Gan, 流感 ) Chinese Medicine Department www.endeavour.edu.au o Briefly review: Session Content CM Lung physiology functions, pathway,

More information

QI STAGNATION AETIOLOGY. The aetiological factors of Qi stagnation are essentially only two, i.e. emotional or dietary.

QI STAGNATION AETIOLOGY. The aetiological factors of Qi stagnation are essentially only two, i.e. emotional or dietary. QI STAGNATION This newsletter will discuss the aetiology, pathology, patterns and treatment of Qi stagnation. Qi stagnation is one of the most common pathological situations encountered in practice and

More information

Traditional Chinese Medicine Diagnostic 10 Questions Please answer each question.

Traditional Chinese Medicine Diagnostic 10 Questions Please answer each question. 1 Traditional Chinese Medicine Diagnostic 10 Questions Please answer each question. 1. Thinking about your internal thermostat and where you feel your body temperature is most of the day, do you think

More information

Table 1. Traditional Chinese Medicine Syndrome Differentiation Diagnostic Criteria for Apoplexy Scale

Table 1. Traditional Chinese Medicine Syndrome Differentiation Diagnostic Criteria for Apoplexy Scale Table. Traditional Chinese Medicine Syndrome Differentiation Diagnostic Criteria for Apoplexy Scale TCM Item Acute ischemic stroke related symptoms and signs Score Wind Onset Peaked 8 hours Peaked hours

More information

ANXIETY 1. ANXIETY IN WESTERN MEDICINE. The anxiety disorders discussed in Western medicine are:

ANXIETY 1. ANXIETY IN WESTERN MEDICINE. The anxiety disorders discussed in Western medicine are: ANXIETY Anxiety is a normal reaction to stress. It helps one deal with a tense situation in the office, study harder for an exam, keep focussed on an important speech. In general, it helps one cope. But

More information

!!!! Traditional & Contemporary Acupuncture! 19 Golden Ave, Toronto ON! ! Gregory Cockerill, R.

!!!! Traditional & Contemporary Acupuncture! 19 Golden Ave, Toronto ON! ! Gregory Cockerill, R. Traditional & Contemporary Acupuncture 19 Golden Ave, Toronto ON info@livehandacupuncture.com 416-899-3364 Gregory Cockerill, R.Ac First Name: Last Name: Birthdate: Gender: Female Male Address: Email:

More information

四 Differentiation on Liver and G.B.

四 Differentiation on Liver and G.B. 四 Differentiation on Liver and G.B. The main physiological function of the liver is in charge of promotion of free flow of whole body s Qi and storing the blood. The common pathogenic changes of liver

More information

Pericardium Channel and Points

Pericardium Channel and Points Pericardium Channel and Points Primary channel pathway Center of the chest (hypochondriac area) Emerge in the P1 PC SJ arches over the axilla The midline of the upper arm and fore arm (between the tendons

More information

INTERNAL CANON OF THE YELLOW EMPEROR TCM TREATMENT PRINCIPLES. Stanley Liang Ph.D., R.TCMP, R.Ac

INTERNAL CANON OF THE YELLOW EMPEROR TCM TREATMENT PRINCIPLES. Stanley Liang Ph.D., R.TCMP, R.Ac INTERNAL CANON OF THE YELLOW EMPEROR TCM TREATMENT PRINCIPLES Stanley Liang Ph.D., R.TCMP, R.Ac Text reading S5 Major Discussion on the Theory of Yin and Yang and the Corresponding Relationships Among

More information

The Foundations of Oriental Medicine Content Outline Effective January 1, 2020

The Foundations of Oriental Medicine Content Outline Effective January 1, 2020 The Foundations of Oriental Medicine Content Outline Effective January 1, 2020 Note to Candidate: This document serves as a guide to assist in examination preparation for candidates who have met NCCAOM

More information

Luo Vessels, Cutaneous and Muscle Regions

Luo Vessels, Cutaneous and Muscle Regions Chapter 3 Luo Vessels, Cutaneous and Muscle Regions 1 Characteristics of Luo Vessels Connect external/internal pairs Distribute qi throughout the body Harmonize circulation 2 In all, there are fifteen

More information

CMAC311. Session 12. Miscellaneous disorders. Abdominal mass and Myoma (Ji Ju and Zhang Jia) PCOS Endometriosis Chinese Medicine Department

CMAC311. Session 12. Miscellaneous disorders. Abdominal mass and Myoma (Ji Ju and Zhang Jia) PCOS Endometriosis Chinese Medicine Department CMAC311 Session 12 Miscellaneous disorders Abdominal mass and Myoma (Ji Ju and Zhang Jia) PCOS Endometriosis Chinese Medicine Department www.endeavour.edu.au Session Contents o Discuss the TCM aetiology

More information

Guidebook to the 12 Meridians Fire Meridians Review. Cindy Black, L.Ac. Founder

Guidebook to the 12 Meridians Fire Meridians Review. Cindy Black, L.Ac. Founder Guidebook to the 12 Meridians Fire Meridians Review Cindy Black, L.Ac. Founder Cardinal Fire: Heart (Yin) S. Intestine (Yang) Supplemental Fire: Pericardium (Yin) San Jiao (Yang) The Heart is the sovereign

More information

complexion, fatigue, profuse clear and frequent urination, chronic loose stools, edema in the lower

complexion, fatigue, profuse clear and frequent urination, chronic loose stools, edema in the lower Course: Acupuncture Treatment of Disease 2 Doc: Case Studies Week 1 Infertility and Impotence (really from week 12 last term) Li, Female Age 25 She suffered from infertility for 4 years. She had profuse,

More information

Emotional Relationships Social Life Sexually Recreation

Emotional Relationships Social Life Sexually Recreation Name Date Address City State Zip Married Single Partner Divorced Widowed Date of Birth SS# Email Work Phone Home Phone Cell Phone Occupation Referred by Emergency Contact Family Physician Contact May we

More information

Mourning & Grief Metal. by Dr. H. Montakab

Mourning & Grief Metal. by Dr. H. Montakab Mourning & Grief Metal by Dr. H. Montakab Sadness; Grief; Mourning Bei 悲 : Sadness, sorrow, grief, mourning, misery Ai Si 哀思 : Grief, deep sorrow, mourning Sang 喪 : funeral, mourning Tong Ku 痛苦 : anguish

More information

Acupuncture for the syndrome of prolapsed lumbar Intervertebral disc --Case studies and clinical experiences

Acupuncture for the syndrome of prolapsed lumbar Intervertebral disc --Case studies and clinical experiences Acupuncture for the syndrome of prolapsed lumbar Intervertebral disc --Case studies and clinical experiences By Dr. Yin Hongchun Email: h.yin1@btopenworld.com Tel: 02086722088 Main point of diagnosis (1)

More information

The Foundations of Oriental Medicine Abbreviated Content Outline

The Foundations of Oriental Medicine Abbreviated Content Outline The Foundations of Oriental Medicine Abbreviated Content Outline (Effective as of February 1, 2014) Note to Candidate: This document serves as a guide to assist in examination preparation for candidates

More information

Treatment Strategy III

Treatment Strategy III Treatment Strategy III Treatment Strategy III...1 1 Chest Pain... 1 1.1.1 TCM...3 1.1.2 Heart blood stasis...4 1.1.3 Congestion with turbid pheglm...5 1.1.4 Stagnation of Cold in the chest... 6 1.1.5 HT

More information

The Good & The Bad 9/14/2012. Names & Meanings. ChiroCredit.com Presents: AcuPractice Seminars 213: Liver /Gall Bladder

The Good & The Bad 9/14/2012. Names & Meanings. ChiroCredit.com Presents: AcuPractice Seminars 213: Liver /Gall Bladder ChiroCredit.com Presents: AcuPractice Seminars 213: Liver /Gall Bladder Liver AKA: Gan Wife Of The Gall Bladder The General Free & Easy Wanderer (Xiao Yao) Gall Bladder AKA: Dan Husband Of The Liver The

More information

DISEASES OF THE RESPIRATORY SYSTEM

DISEASES OF THE RESPIRATORY SYSTEM DISEASES OF THE RESPIRATORY SYSTEM Respiratory diseases are extremely common and often respond very well to treatment with acupuncture and Chinese herbs. Both acute and respiratory diseases can be helped.

More information

The Big Picture. The Good & The Bad 9/13/2012

The Big Picture. The Good & The Bad 9/13/2012 ChiroCredit.com Presents: AcuPractice Seminars 211: Spleen / Stomach Spleen AKA: Pi Wife of the Stomach The Minister Of Agriculture The Official In Charge of T & T Stomach AKA: Wei Husband of the Spleen

More information

Women s Health II. A. Weekend 8 Introduction

Women s Health II. A. Weekend 8 Introduction II. Women s Health A. Weekend 8 Introduction 1. Women s health take into account almost all the systems, organs, and substances in Oriental medicine, as well and most al of the treatment techniques. 2.

More information

An Gong Niu Huang Wan Calm the Palace Pill with Cattle Gallstone

An Gong Niu Huang Wan Calm the Palace Pill with Cattle Gallstone An Gong Niu Huang Wan Calm the Palace Pill with Cattle Gallstone Niu Huang Huang Lian Huang Qin Zhi Zi Xiong Huang Honey Gold Leaf coating Zhen Zhu Chief Assistant Envoy Niu Huang Huang Lian Huang Qin

More information

Post-Stroke Depression Relief With Acupuncture

Post-Stroke Depression Relief With Acupuncture Post-Stroke Depression Relief With Acupuncture Published by HealthCMi on August 2017 Acupuncture is more effective than the antidepressant paroxetine for the treatment of depression following a stroke.

More information