Cyclic Migraine treated with Oriental medicine
Chief Complaint: Cyclic Migraine
Western Diagnosis: Cyclic Migraine
Medical History: Unremarkable. One MVA 8 years ago in which she had LBP and R shoulder pain but no problems for 4 years now. Occasional tension headache (one every 6-8 months).
Questioning exam: History of CC: Started 2 months after menarche. Migraines seen 10 out of 12 months per year (cyclic) and 5+ times a year non-cyclic. Has tried various contraceptives to help with migraines without benefit.
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Tags: Acupuncture, Herbs, migraine · Posted in: EENT, Neurological
PMS and Chinese Medicine
For thousands of years, Chinese medicine has been treating the symptoms of pre-menstrual syndrome. In the modern world, many women have found, especially in the area of gynecology, that conventional modern Western medicine offers few answers, little relief, and no treatments other than harsh chemicals with potentially unpleasant side effects.
Last modified: August 27, 2009 · al · One Comment
Tags: Formulas, gynecology, Herbs, patient · Posted in: Herbology
Chinese Medicine for Back Pain
The treatment of back pain, lumbago, with Chinese herbal medicine and acupuncture.
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Tags: Acupuncture, Herbs, patient · Posted in: Herbology
Symptomatic Diagnosis: Head & Neck
Health complaints that arise from the neck and head and lumped together in Chinese medicine diagnostics. Here, we see common complaints complete with their differential diagnosis, treatment principles and formulas.
Flaccidity of neck and head due to weakened muscles – – Involuntary twitching of Head Muscles – – Tinnitus (ear ringing) – – Sore gums – – Bleeding gums – – Dark black teeth – – Stiffness of neck – – Goiter (enlargement of the thyroid gland) –
Last modified: August 26, 2009 · al · No Comments
Tags: Diagnosis, Formulas, Herbs · Posted in: Symptomatic Diagnosis
Symptomatic Diagnosis: Limbs & Extremities
The channels that pass through the extremities can be functionally regulated via the internal organs. This article describes the differentiation, treatment principles, and formulas of common health concerns associated with the limbs and extremities.
Edema of the extremities
Stiffness of the extremities
Flaccid paralysis of extremities “wei syndrome”
Varicose veins of the lower extremities
Feet pain
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Tags: Channel, Diagnosis, Formulas, Herbs · Posted in: Symptomatic Diagnosis
Symptomatic Diagnosis: Metabolic Disorders
Metabolic disorders are functional and systemic health issues for which Chinese medicine has many well-developed differentiations, treatment principles, and herbal formulas.
Obesity
Emaciation
Fatigue
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Tags: Diagnosis, Formulas, Herbs · Posted in: Symptomatic Diagnosis
Symptomatic Diagnosis: Chest & Back
The diagnostic “Ten Asking Song” pays particular attention to the chest and back. This article describes common complaints that arise from these areas, along with their differential diagnosis and herbal treatments.
Back Pain
Weakness of the lower back and knees
Chest Pain
Mass Formation in the abdomen
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Tags: Diagnosis, Formulas, Herbs · Posted in: Symptomatic Diagnosis
The Educational Benefits of Pulse Quality Mechanisms
Early on in my own CM training, I began to recognize the value of getting very clear on underlying theories and mechanisms. As a practitioner, understanding mechanisms allows you much more flexibility in the use of herbal medicines as well.
Last modified: August 26, 2009 · al · No Comments
Tags: Acupuncture, Diagnosis, Herbs · Posted in: Pulse Class, Pulse-Palpation
Sciatica Treated by Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs
How sciatica is treated by acupuncture and Chinese herbs.
Last modified: August 25, 2009 · al · One Comment
Tags: Acupuncture, Anesthesia, Diagnosis, Formulas, Herbs, patient, sciatica · Posted in: Herbology
The Thick and Thin of TCM Herbs
The thickness or thinness of a given herb affects how quickly its action can be noticed by the patient, and how long the action will continue to work.
Last modified: August 19, 2009 · al · One Comment
Tags: Herbs, students · Posted in: Herbology
