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Complementary and Alternative Medicine Origin of TCM Traditional Chinese Medicine Traditional Chinese medicine （TCM） originated with Shen Nong, the...

Complementary and Alternative Medicine Origin of TCM Traditional Chinese Medicine Traditional Chinese medicine （TCM） originated with Shen Nong, the refers to a broad range of medicine celebrated herbal master of ancient practices sharing common theoretical China who lived about 6,000 years ago, concepts which have been developed in a time which is believed to be the China and are based on a tradition of embryo stage in the development of more than 5,000 years, including traditional Chinese medicine various forms of herbal medicine, acupuncture, massage, exercise Great books on TCM (qigong) and dietary therapy. These Shen Nong’s Herbal Classic, prior to the practices are a common part of medical Qin Dynasty, records 365 work that care throughout East Asia, but are sums varieties of medicinal herbs and considered alternative in the Western classifies them into three categories in world. accordance with their respective primary The doctrines of Chinese medicine are rooted in books such as Huang Di’s treatments, functions and toxic Inner Canon and Treatise on Febrile and character. This is the earliest Miscellaneous Diseases, as well as in pharmacopoeia ever found in China. cosmological notions like Yin-yangand But when we talk about the the Five Phases. pharmacopoeia, we can not neglect Li Starting in the 1950s, these precepts shizhen’s work Compendium of material were modernized in the People’s Republic of China so as to integrate medica. It is so great that we use it as many anatomical and pathological the basis of the modern TCM. notions from scientific medicine. Nonetheless, many of its assumptions, Famous Chinese Doctors including the model of the body, or concept of disease, are not supported by modern evidence-based medicine. At the peak of traditional Chinese TCM's view of the body places little medicine, there comes forth many emphasis on anatomical structures, but brilliant doctors known by the young and is mainly concerned with the the old, such as Bian Que, Hua Tuo, identification of functional entities (which Zhang Zhongjin, Sun Simiao. Their regulate digestion, breathing, aging legends inspire us and make us etc.). confident of our traditional culture. While health is perceived as harmonious interaction of these entities and the outside world, disease is Shen Nong interpreted as a disharmony in Shen Nong’s Herbal Classic wasn’t interaction. written by himself, it was finished in TCM diagnosis consists of tracing Warring States Period or Qin and Han symptoms to an underlying disharmony Dynasty time pattern, mainly by palpating the pulse Shen Nong tasted hundreds of grass and inspecting the tongue. and found herbs Traditional Chinese Medicine ("TCM") This book was the earliest extant is an integral part of Chinese culture. It medical monograph. has made great contributions to the prosperity of China. Huang Di Today both of TCM and western He is the earliest ancestor of medicine are being used in providing medical and health services in China acupuncture and moxibustion Huang Di’s Classic of Internal Medicine was also not written by other scholars. -Teya  Complementary and Alternative Medicine It is said that it might be finished in Qin Song Ci and Han Dynasties. He is the earliest ancestor of medical jurisprudence，lived in the Southern Hua Tuo Song Dynasty. He wrote the book He is the earlist ancestor of surgery,lived Record of Redressing Mishandled in late Eastern Han Dynasty. Cases in which he put forward the He was famous for surgical operation method to identify direct relative through and ma fei san (a kind of narcotic made blood，it was a great idea at that time. of herbs). Qian Yi He created a body building exercise He is the earliest ancestor of called five animals exercise，it is based department of pediatrics, lived in on the movements of tiger, deer, bear, Northern Song Dynasty. ape and crane. He is the author of the first monograph Bian Que of pediatrics Key to Therapeutic of He is the sphygmology mediator of Children’s Disease Traditional Chinese Medical Science and lived in Spring and Autumn and Li Shizhen Warring States Period. The four Li Shizhen of the Ming Dynasty, whose diagnostic methods was created by him monumental masterpiece, Compendium of Materia Medica, includes 1,892 The Four Traditional Diagnostic Methods medicinal substances, 11,096 Inspection prescriptions, and 1,162 illustrations. Olfaction Inquiry The Theory of TCM Pulse-taking Chinese philosophies always believe that everything including the universe is Sun Simiao interrelated and changing all the time. He is the king of medicine,lived in Tang One has to reach peaceful state of mind Dynasty.He finished the book Golden and harmony with the surrounding to Prescriptions for Emergencies，it was maintain good health. Any harmful thing the earliest clinical medicine done to others will bring long lasting encyclopedia in mental and physical damage to self at China. the end. Traditional Chinese Medicine believes Zhang Zhongjing that disease is basically caused by the He is the herbalist doctor saint，lived in "weakening state" of a body as a whole. the Eastern Han. And it cures disease by trying to He finished the famous medical reinforce and stimulate body's internal monograph Treatise on Febrile and strength. TCM may take longer time to Miscellaneous Disease. cure a disease but it strengthens the overall health of a patient. Ge Hong He is the mediator of preventive Methods of Treatment in TCM medicine, he was born in the Eastern Jin Dynasty and his theory contains the Herbal Medicine sprout idea of immunity This is the oldest form of Chinese medicine. -Teya  Complementary and Alternative Medicine This treatment originally required the It is mainly used for conditions that are patient to boil medicinal plants and other associated with “stagnation” which often medicinal substances, and drink the manifests as chronic pain． resultant liquid. These days Chinese Herbal Medicine is Massage more commonly administered in the Chinese Massage uses a number of convenient form of powders that can be techniques, which are designed to dissolved in water, or in the form of pills. release tightness in tissues, stimulate Herbal Medicine is usually used to specific points or areas, and facilitate counteract the effects from excessive the flow of Qi. Chinese massages are cold, heat, dampness or dryness, and to usually very relaxing, highly invigorating restore normal function of the organs. or both. Diet or Food Therapy Acupuncture & Moxibustion It is the preparation of medicinal food Acupuncture & moxibustion is a unique dishes, using selected food ingredients therapy of China. and superior herbs, to derive the It is a kind of treatment curing inner necessary nutrients to treat specific diseases from outside, and is used to health conditions. treat various illnesses based on the This combination of foods and herbs to theories of channels and vital points with make medicinal dishes to treat sickness applications of specific techniques. is food therapy. Based on the diagnosis and therapy of Food therapy is believed to help traditional Chinese medicine, the doctor improve health on a regular basis, can find out the development of prevent seasonal climate related illnesses, distinguish the features of problems, fight early symptoms of health diseases, determine which channel and problems, complement the primary viscera the pathological change belongs treatment and to combat adverse side to, and identify which type the illness effects of harsh drugs during sickness, belongs to (inner or outer; cold or heat; revive and regain vitality after sickness insufficiency or excessiveness), and and repair damages and body finally make the diagnosis. malfunctions to restore health Then, the doctor can prescribe the corresponding acupuncture to prevent Gua Sha and cure the diseases by searching With this treatment, the skin on the channels, regulating vigor and sap, back, limbs, and other parts of the body balancing Yin and Yang, and is lubricated and then pressured and harmonizing the functions of the viscera. scraped with a rounded object (a ceramic spoon, a piece of jade, or Cupping similar object). In this practice, glass or acrylic suction The method produces "sha" which are cups are applied to specific areas of the small red petechiae. Gua Sha can be body. used to prevent and treat diseases and It is a treatment using a vacuum cup strengthen the body. Raising Sha sucked firmly on the skin. Usually, the removes blood stagnation considered doctor fires an alcohol sponge and puts pathogenic, promoting normal it inside the cup for a short while to circulation and metabolic processes. make the cup a vacuum one, then he It has a very quick effect on pain and an places the vacuum cup instantly over obvious effect on various diseases the selected spot of the skin. -Teya  Complementary and Alternative Medicine caused by functional disharmony of the in TCM. It takes seven years of internal organs university education to complete a Doctoral degree in TCM. Cross Qigong exercises and Medical Qikong education in both TCM and western Medical Qigong is one of the major system are provided to medical students branches of Chinese Medicine, with major in either one of the systems. designed to re-balance patterns of The attitude towards traditional Chinese energetic disharmony. This healing medicine and pharmacy across the method utilizes special methods of world is changing. A large number of breathing, postures and creative specialists in TCM have been invited by visualization to cleanse, collect, circulate countries in Asia, Europe, America and and store one’s “life force energy.” others to give lectures on TCM or to Qigong is also widely practiced by the conduct activities in TCM therapy and Chinese today for physical fitness and scientific research the prevention of diseases. In China, among the foreign students in natural sciences, those who major in Exercise Therapy traditional Chinese medicine accounts Taijiquan(太极拳)，often Romanized as for the highest percentage. T’ai Chi Ch’uan) is the name of an World Health Organization has internal martial art of Chinese origin. established 7 collaborating centers of People -play -Tai Chi Chuan to improve traditional medicine and pharmacology. one’s well being both mentally and International training centers have been physically and so embrace the spirit of set up in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, good living. Nanjing and Xiamen to train TCM Tai Chi when correctly practiced on a personnel from over the world. regular basis is said to restore vigorous Colleges of traditional Chinese medicine health, improve digestion and raises and acupuncture have been founded in ones spirits. The Chinese further France, US, Italy and Australia. emphasize that it has the ability to An institute of TCM theoretical research improve the circulation of blood and has been set up in the Munich energy throughout the whole body. University of Germany. Cooperation in TCM has been established between The Current Situation of TCM China and Japan, the United State and Germany. Hospitals in China are classified as specialized in western medical system, Meditation TCM or both. TCM is now available to 75% of the areas in China. Now, TCM is under the Ministry of Health of the What is Meditation? People’s Republic of China and the Meditation is an experience of relaxing State administration of the PRC. TCM the body, quieting the mind, and and its development are regulated. awakening the spirit. National strategies, law and regulations The word meditation comes through the governing TCM are now in place to Latin “meditatio”, which originally guide and promote the research and indicated any type of physical or development in this promising industry. intellectual exercise. The word med Universities and colleges in China are means healing. providing degree and diploma courses Meditation encourages a deepening of consciousness or awareness, and also -Teya  Complementary and Alternative Medicine facilitates a deeper understanding of self We actually meditate every day without and others. knowing: Day dreaming Why Meditate? Sports/physical activity Much of the time we run around so Close reading much on “automatic pilot”, we have Listening or playing music chattering going on, and we are so busy, Studying we hardly know what we are doing. To become familiar with the workings of Spiritual Effects of Meditation your mind, body, and spirit. It lengthens the gap between your Meditation is “listening to yourself” and thoughts, therefore decreasing the praying is “talking to God”. “chatter”. When listening to yourself, you connect with the “real you”. Need for Meditation Psychological Effects of Meditation Stress Management and Pain Relief Anger Management It gives you the feeling of being Simple way to relax and clear the mind “Centered”. Control over Anxiety Feel less anxiety. Improved awareness, and concentration You learn how to focus on one thing at a (creates stillness) time with softness and mindfulness. Improve our cognition (ability to think) It keeps you in the “now” or present and helps us to see things more clearly moment. Develops our sense of self and our spirituality Physiological Effects of Meditation Body rates drop, ex. Heart rate, Meditation respirations, blood pressure, and oxygen consumption decrease. Meditation is now a mainstream practice Immune system function improves. worldwide millions people practicing on Biological aging is slowed. a regular basis. You have greater physical energy and Meditation is the absence of thinking stamina. and it is the process of concentrating the mind. Jon Kabat-Zinn Teaches you to make decisions that will bring you in touch with the way things “You can’t stop the waves, but you can work in this world or “natural laws of the learn to surf.” universe”. Trains people to watch their thought Meditation processes as a flow, and to step back from them and observe, to be mindful, There are thousands of meditation and to watch what is going on in the techniques that have been developed mind. and practiced for over 5,000 years. Gradually this mindfulness practice will Each has specific techniques and skills spill over into the rest of your life. that can be learned. -Teya  Complementary and Alternative Medicine your thoughts. (bodily sensations, thinking) Tools Needed for Meditation N - Non-identify. Notice that Quiet space there is more to you than these Images/symbols thoughts, feelings or physical Music experiences. You might say, for Diary/journal instance, 'This is not all of me." Candle Straight backed chair or Mat Reflective Meditation Assists with investigating an idea in a Meditation using Concentration systematic way. Assists with focusing the mind. Uses disciplined thinking and analysis to This is done by focusing on the breath, reflect upon a compelling question, image, object or sound (mantra) during challenge, idea or project. the meditation. Reflects on a verse, a phrase or This process allows the mind to achieve inspiring idea. clarity and awareness. Brings wisdom and insight into all Ex. Candle meditation aspects of our lives. As Albert Einstein has said, “The Receptive Meditation important thing is not to stop Assists with becoming more fully questioning.” present in the moment. This can be done by looking to nature or This is done by being mindful and reading something or looking at images attentive to feelings, sensation, or listening to music. thoughts, images, smells and experiences without thinking or reacting Generative Meditation to the experience or judging it. Assists in consciously cultivating and This helps to gain a calmer, clearer and strengthening specific qualities such as: more non-reactive state of mind and Patience being. Love Appreciation Receptive Meditation: Rain Compassion RAIN is a simple but effective practice to Humility help you use mindfulness to gain a little Gratitude distance from how things might be Courage affecting you. This form of meditation invites us to R - Recognize. Just recognize actively nurture these strengths of that you have the emotion or character by thinking, speaking and feeling acting as though the quality is already A - Allow. Allow the emotion to fully present and alive within us be present, accept that it's there. No need to get into a fight Meditation & Conventional Medicine with yourself over it. Don’t think There is no research that indicates around it or why it is there meditation is harmful or has negative I - Investigate. Notice how the effects whether used alone or in emotion manifests itself conjunction with Conventional Medicine physically, emotionally and in but people have found it helpful with the management of stress and pain. -Teya  Complementary and Alternative Medicine Breathing the transit. Take some deep breaths, For most meditative practices the breath relaxing throughout your body. is very important because it is 4. When you arrive at your new destination connected to both the mind and the (work, school, etc.) take a few moments body. to orient yourself; breathe consciously If we are anxious, frightened or and calmly, relax your body, then begin. upset our breath tends to be 5. As you return home, consciously make shallow, irregular and quick. the transition into your home If we are relaxed, settled or environment. If possible, after greeting calm, our breath tends to be your family or housemates, give yourself more slow, deep and regular. a few minutes alone to ease the Focusing the mind on the transition. continuous rhythm of inhalation 6. As you go to sleep, let go of today and and exhalation provides a tomorrow, and take some slow, mindful natural object of meditation. breaths. As you focus your awareness on the breath, your mind Labyrinth as Meditation becomes absorbed in the rhythm of inhalation and Labyrinth exhalation. An ancient symbol that has been As a result, your breathing will rediscovered and adapted for use today. become slower and deeper, and Found in ancient cultures, traditions and the mind becomes more tranquil countries (China, Ireland, India, and aware. England, Scandinavia, France, Crete and others). Ways to Practice Mindfulness Everyday A symbol of wholeness healing, and inclusion. By following the main elements of mindfulness - combining awareness of your breath Labyrinths As Walking Meditation with focusing on the activity at hand Used for walking meditation that assists - you will be able to experience every in: moment as fully as possible. finding peace and clarity managing stress Practice Mindfulness Everyday decision making 1. As you awaken in the morning, bring self-exploration and reflection your attention to your breathing. Instead Walking a labyrinth provides the of letting your mind spin off into opportunity to: yesterday or today, take mindful breaths. examine personal goals Focus on your breathing and sense the assess talents and abilities effects of breathing throughout your make decisions body. evaluate your life’s progress– 2. Instead of hurrying to your usual routine, personally and professionally slow down and enjoy something special Some think of walking a labyrinth as a about the morning: a flower that metaphor for life’s journey - a journey to bloomed, the sound of birds, or the wind your deepest self, where you come back in the trees. into the world with a clearer 3. On your way to work or school, pay understanding of yourself. attention to how you walk or drive or ride -Teya  Complementary and Alternative Medicine Circles and Mandalas Once you are finishedcoloring in the mandala take a moment to look at it. Circles are believed to be very powerful in Notice the colors, the shapes and how mandalas: they make you feel. Circles appear in cultures throughout world history In Summary Nature - flowers, snowflakes, trees, sun, moon, etc. Meditation helps us to become more Architecture mindful. The circle is a symbol of wholeness, Mindfulness helps us to focus on one continuity, connection, unity, harmony thing at a time (it is the opposite of and the cycle of life. multitasking). Unlike other shapes, the circle flows Meditation can free us. and has no hard edges or angles. Circles are believed to help individuals focus inward. Coloring Mandalas If you choose to draw or color a mandala it will tap into your creativity without any need for artistic expertise. The process of drawing or coloring can sooth and nourish you. Coloring mandalas is a great way to start using mandalas in your everyday life. Here are some tips on how to get started: You will need crayons, colored pencils, paints, pastels, markers in various colors. You can download mandalas from the internet. Find a quiet and comfortable place where you will not be interrupted. Take a moment to relax your mind and body. Take three deep breaths. With each breath breathe in love and let go of any tension and fear or anything that has been bothering you. Lay out all of your coloring utensils and simply start coloring. Don’t give much thought to the colors you choose or if they match, let your instinct choose. There is no wrong way to color. -Teya