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An In-Depth Interview with Heiner Fruehauf A while ago Heiner Fruehauf, PhD, LAc sat down with his student and colleague, Bob Quinn, DAOM, LAc to discuss the finer points of “Brain Gu” Syndrome, specifically as it pertains to the treatment of Lyme Disease. This discussion is best understood as a follow-up to and elaboration of the ideas presented in Heiner and Quinn’s earlier interview about Gu Syndrome published in the Fall of 2008. This interview has been updated with the inclusion of The New Heritage Formula Series of Herbal Products by Classical Pearls.
Fall is almost upon us! In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the Fall is the season of the Lungs and the Metal Element. It is imperative to begin strengthening your system in September to prepare for this season to maintain health in the cold months.
Cartilage is the thick, fibrous tissue that covers the ends of the bones where they meet inside the joints. It allows the surfaces of the bones to slide smoothly without rubbing or grinding. In joints like the knee, the cartilage, called the menisci, pad the projections (condyles) of the femur where they fit into corresponding groves in the tibia (the shinbone). The menisci act as shock absorbers against compressive forces, and like washers, add to the stability of the joint by creating a tighter fit.
Traditional Chinese Medicine Postpartum Care (TCM PPC) is a special way for women who have just given birth to nourish their bodies back to health. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), also known as Eastern Medicine, is a centuries-old tradition that offers special postpartum care to new mothers. This service is based on the concept of…
Solomon Seal & Ginseng is a popular combination in Chinese medicine to strengthen the cardiovascular and respiratory system. This is perfect for those who are low on energy and recovering from chronic illness. Ask your herbal practitioner if this soup is right for you.
A patient sits down in front of Dr Tian complaining of ‘pain of all bones of the body’. Dr Tian takes the pulse. First the left and then right hand. After this process the formula Ma Huang Fu Zi Gan Cao Tang plus Cang Zhu is shouted to a student…
In Chinese medicine, connective tissues around the joint are collectively referred to as Jin. Jin is often translated as ‘sinews’, a concept which includes tendons, ligaments, cartilage, and the fibrous connective tissue around the joint capsule. Interestingly, modern medicine recognizes that during early fetal development all of these tissues develop from one layer of cells, called the mesoderm.
I think we practitioners can all agree that Fu Zi is a very important herb in Chinese medicine. It is commonly recognized as “chief of the hundred herbs” and “the foremost essential herb in reviving Yang”. If you did not fall asleep in Shang Han Lun class, your instructor probably
In the UK, our NHS reports 95% of people aged 11-30 experience acne, with symptoms improving from the mid-20s once hormone production settles down. Saying that, we do see patients whose acne either begins or has continued into adulthood (approximately 3% of adults over
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the Summer is associated with fire and the Fall with metal. Metal, in turn, is related to the lung and has the connotation of "letting go." We can see this in the changes that occur in the natural world as we go into the Fall“ Shorter days and longer nights, cooler air, and changing leaves. During this time of the year,
If your injury was treated correctly when it first happened, there may be no Stage 2 symptoms and you can quickly return to your normal activities. However, if the injury was severe, or if stasis was not resolved in Stage 1, then Stage 2 treatment is usually necessary to complete the healing process and to prevent the injury becoming a chronic, Stage 3 injury.
Let's try to comprehend how the Tian system actually works. First, I think it will help us think about it less than a system of pulse diagnosis, but more a system of ‘pulse prescribing’. The important difference here is that the pulse leads to a prescription
Palmarosa is a cooling, nourishing, and calming oil with a sweet floral scent. Palmarosa is distilled from the fragrant grass and flowers and is similar in quality and functions of floral oils. Palmarosa has an affinity for the Lungs, Pericardium, and Liver. Palmarosa is native to the wetlands of India.
Today many of us consider our pets as a true part of the family. Most every lifestyle comfort available to us has a counterpart aimed at our furry friends from accessories to junk foods to weddings and yoga classes. Healthcare is certainly no exception. The American Pet Products Association reported $48.35 billion dollars was spent on pet products and services in 2010 with $13 billion going to veterinary care.
Yoga Stretching Oil Flexibility combined with strength is part of the equation that allows us to move with coordinated ease, while simultaneously maintaining joint integrity. Some people are naturally flexible and easily able to maintain flexibility. However, for many maintaining flexibility is not easy
Infertility is a blanket term which describes the inability to conceive after trying for 12 months. My definition of infertility, however, is not conceiving after a year of timed intercourse. Sperm stays alive in the reproductive tract for between two and four days, so couples who have intercourse for the purpose of conception when their ovulation-predictor-kit indicates “peak” ovulation, are reducing their chances of getting pregnant.