Traditional Chinese Medicine
Qi, meridians, acupuncture, and ancient Chinese healing arts.
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45 termsQi (Chi)
Life force energy that flows through all living things—the foundation of TCM.
Meridians
Energy pathways through which qi flows in the body—the basis for acupuncture.
Yin and Yang
Complementary opposites in nature—the interplay of dark/light, feminine/masculine, receptive/active.
Acupuncture
Ancient Chinese therapy inserting thin needles at specific points to balance qi flow.
Acupressure
Applying pressure to acupuncture points without needles—accessible self-healing technique.
Moxibustion
Burning dried mugwort near acupuncture points to warm and stimulate qi flow.
Cupping
Using suction cups on the skin to promote blood flow and release muscle tension.
Five Elements (Wu Xing)
Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, Water—the five phases of qi transformation in TCM.
Dantian
The three energy centers in the body—lower (belly), middle (heart), upper (head).
Jing (Essence)
The foundational vital essence stored in the kidneys—governing growth and reproduction.
Shen (Spirit)
The spirit or consciousness housed in the heart—governing mental and emotional wellbeing.
Tui Na
Chinese therapeutic massage using techniques along meridians to move qi.
Gua Sha
Scraping the skin with a tool to promote blood circulation and release stagnation.
Shen
Spirit or consciousness—the most refined form of qi housed in the heart.
Jing
Essence—the foundational substance governing growth, reproduction, and aging.
Wei Qi
Defensive qi—protective energy circulating on the body's surface.
Xue (Blood)
Blood in TCM—nourishing substance closely related to qi.
Five Elements
Wood, fire, earth, metal, water—a system describing natural cycles and organ relationships.
Moxibustion
Burning mugwort on or near acupuncture points to warm and stimulate qi flow.
Cupping
Using suction cups on the skin to improve blood flow and release stagnation.
Gua Sha
Scraping the skin with a tool to improve circulation and release tension.
Tui Na
Chinese therapeutic massage using acupressure and manipulation techniques.
Baduanjin
Eight Pieces of Brocade—a qigong set of gentle movements for health.
Yi Jin Jing
Muscle-Tendon Changing Classic—Shaolin qigong for strengthening the body.
Zhan Zhuang
Standing meditation—building internal power through stillness in posture.
Qi
Vital life force energy flowing through all living things.
Yin and Yang
Complementary opposites creating balance in the universe.
Five Elements
Wood, fire, earth, metal, water—foundational to TCM diagnosis.
Meridians
Energy pathways through which qi flows in the body.
Acupuncture
Inserting needles at specific points to balance qi.
Acupressure
Applying pressure to acupoints without needles.
Moxibustion
Burning mugwort near acupoints to warm and stimulate.
Cupping
Suction cups placed on skin to improve circulation.
Gua Sha
Scraping the skin to release stagnation and improve flow.
Tui Na
Chinese therapeutic massage working with meridians.
Qigong
Cultivating qi through movement, breath, and meditation.
Tai Chi
Moving meditation martial art balancing yin and yang.
Baduanjin
Eight Brocades—classic qigong exercises for health.
Yi Jin Jing
Muscle-tendon changing classic—qigong for strength and flexibility.
Chinese Herbal Medicine
Traditional formulas using herbs to restore balance.
Tongue Diagnosis
Reading health signs from the tongue's appearance.
Pulse Diagnosis
Reading health patterns through subtle pulse qualities.
Dantian
Energy centers in the body, especially lower abdomen.
Jing
Essence—fundamental life force inherited from parents.
Shen
Spirit—consciousness and mental-emotional vitality.
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