chinese_medicine_中医的简单英文介绍 - 副本.ppt

Chinese Culture Project:Chinese Medicine Michelle Devan [Introduction[ Traditional forms of medicine have been used in China since the 3rd Century. Chinese medicine is very holistic and is mainly focused on the balance of “Yin and Yang,” as well as of body and mind. Chinese medicine mainly consists of natural and herbal remedies, as well as body/mind techniques. [Traditional Medicine[ Traditional medicine revolves Around the principles of Yin and Yang, which are the opposites found in everything, such as day (Yang) or night. (Yin) Practitioners believe that every person has a life force known as “Qi.” The purpose of medicine is to establish a balance of the body’s Qi. The first use of Chinese Medicine dates back to 200 B.C. The forms of Chinese Medicine include: Acupuncture/Pressure, Moxibustion, Herbal remedies, Nutritional Balance, Massage, Qi-Gong, Tai Chi and Meditation. [Acupuncture[ One of the oldest forms of Chinese Medicine Acupuncture involves the stimulation of anatomical points on the body with thin needled. Contrary to what you might think, acupuncture patients usually feel little to no pain. Acupuncture needles are hair-thin and are manipulated either by hand or electricity. Needles are placed at “Yin/Yang Meridian points” [Moxibustion[ Moxibustion involves the placement of burnt moxa on specific points of the body. The purpose is to strengthen the blood and improve Qi flow. 2 methods, direct and indirect Traditionally used to treat colds. In western medicine, it is used to turn breech babies to a normal position for childbirth [Herbs[ Herbs are a vital part of Chinese healing. Each ingredient has unique characteristics. The ingredients work in harmony to help a person’s body. Herbs can help boost Qi and balance Yin/Yang. Some Chinese herbs can be purchased in the US. [Massage[ Chinese massage is known as Tui Na Uses wave-like motions to loosen joints and nourish muscles. Brings awareness back to a person’s body, making it a first step in the healing