Burnout syndrome, commonly known as “burnout,” is a condition many are facing, primarily caused by work-related stress. This chronic stress affects one’s emotions, leading to feelings of exhaustion, disinterest in work, diminishing creativity, lack of motivation, inspiration, and…
Read moreNumbness 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…
Read moreRecovering 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,…
Read moreRehabilitating 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,…
Read moreA 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…
Read moreWhat 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…
Read moreTuina (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…
Read moreKnee 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…
Read moreBenign 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…
Read moreSynovial 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…
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