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Numbness in the hands and feet from chemotherapy is a common side effect. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) believes this numbness arises when energy pathways are blocked, preventing the flow of qi (energy) and blood, thereby depleting the body’s yang energy. This leads to a lack of blood and warmth nourishing the nerves in the extremities, […]

Recovering from “chemotherapy” with traditional Chinese medicine Chemotherapy is a cancer treatment that uses chemicals to fight cancer cells, inhibiting their growth and causing cell death. When chemotherapy drugs enter the body, they also destroy some normal cells, leading to side effects such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, hair loss, reduced blood cell counts,

Rehabilitating stroke patients’ muscles with Chinese medicine Caring for stroke patients after leaving the hospital is a critical period, and the faster muscle rehabilitation occurs, the fewer lingering symptoms there will be. The optimal period for brain, muscle, and bodily rehabilitation (Golden Period) is within the first 3-6 months after a stroke occurs. Common symptoms

A strained waist caused by improper bending is an injury affecting the lower back muscles, ligaments, and joints. This often happens when bending to lift or pick up an object, resulting in sharp, stabbing pain in the lower back. Initially, the pain may seem temporary, but it can become persistent or worsen over time. If

What is pillow fall syndrome? Pillow fall syndrome refers to discomfort experienced upon waking, characterized by: Neck pain and inability to turn the neck. Difficulty in bending and tilting the neck. Pain often localized to one side of the neck. Some individuals may feel an unusual warmth or heat in the neck, indicating acute inflammation

Tuina (Tuina) is a therapeutic practice within Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) focused on healing, restoring, and preventing health issues through various massage techniques. These techniques include pressing, rubbing, squeezing, twisting, or rolling the muscles and specific acupoints along the meridian lines using consistent, smooth, and deep force. This type of massage is known for its

Knee Osteoarthritis (KOA) is a disease resulting from the degeneration of the articular cartilage at the knee joints. This cartilage deterioration and joint bone wear are associated with aging, usage, or hormonal changes in postmenopausal women due to the lack of estrogen, which normally helps protect the knee cartilage. When the protective cartilage is gone,

Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) occurs when otoliths, or calcium deposits, in the inner ear become dislodged from their original position. This condition is commonly found in the elderly, whose inner ear deposits may become brittle and easily detached. It can also occur in individuals who have experienced severe head trauma or have chronic diseases

Synovial fluid is a liquid within the joint cavity that lubricates the joint membranes, facilitating smooth movement without friction and protecting the bones from impact and wear. Effects of Reduced Synovial Fluid: As age increases, the synovial fluid naturally decreases. Reduced synovial fluid can cause the joints to rub against each other, leading to clicking

Snoring is a condition that can occur in people of all ages and genders, characterized by loud breathing sounds during sleep, mouth breathing, irregular breathing, and episodes of stopped breathing. Upon waking, individuals may experience drowsiness, fatigue, headaches, and dizziness. Snoring arises from narrowing or blockage of the airways, making breathing difficult during sleep. Various