Author Archives: Erin Flynn, Dr. TCM
Returning to China to study Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine!! May 2012
I am most excited to announce that I will be returning to China in May, 2012 to complete an intensive 2 week internship. This will be my second trip to study TCM in the People’s Republic – I travelled there … Continue reading
Chinese Medicine Patterns of Disharmony
The process of diagnosis (and the principle of treatment based on that diagnosis) is much different in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theory than it is in the biomedical model. Because of the differences in the holistic vs. the reductionist models … Continue reading
The Five Elements (Wu Xing) in Chinese Medicine
Western philosophy and Chinese philosophy share an idea of what is known as the Five Elements. In ancient Greek thought, these elements were considered to be the simplest, smallest parts of matter from which everything is composed. The Greek philosopher … Continue reading
The Internal Organs (ZangFu) in Traditional Chinese Medicine
The internal organs of the body (called the ZangFu) in Traditional Chinese Medicine theory are a little different from their biomedical counterparts. Anatomy in Traditional Chinese Medicine results from classifying organs and their functions as viewed from the outside of … Continue reading
Blood and the Vital Substances in Traditional Chinese Medicine
In Chinese Medicine, the body and the mind are seen as a dynamic interaction of Blood, Qi, Body Fluids, and Essence. This matter and energy are collectively referred to as the “Vital Substances“. Blood (known in Chinese as “Xue”) has … Continue reading
How do we get sick, according to Traditional Chinese Medicine?
Before answering this question, it is important to understand the concept of “Health” in Chinese Medicine. Health is more than just the absence of disease. Health is a state of balance within the body, with an adequate reserve of energy … Continue reading
Qi (Chi) in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Qi, also known as Chi, is an important part of Traditional Chinese Medicine theory. Usually associated with that magical, mystical, indescribable and immeasurable force that separates Traditional Chinese Medicine from the rational approach of science and BioMedicine, in TCM ”Qi” is also used to describe … Continue reading
Fertility and Chinese Herbs to Nourish the Yin
Chinese herbal medicine has been used for thousands of years to treat infertility in both men and women. Possessing a wide variety of actions which can be used to treat many different imbalances, these herbs have traditionally been classified according … Continue reading