Shang Han Lun
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What are the 6 Classifications of Disease?
The 6 classifications of disease of the Shanghan Lun are composed of 3 Yin 3 Yang1, each mentioned by name in correlation to certain disease characteristics and specific therapeutic methods. For example in line 1 there is the outline of a Tai Yang pathology: “In disease of Tai Yang, the pulse is floating, the head…
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Wu Mei Wan – A Formula Analysis and Clinical Evaluation
In this text, it is my aim to highlight my own experiences with the classical Shang Han Lun formula Wu Mei Wan in clinical practice. The idea came up during an e-mail conversation between Hila Yaffe and myself, where we were discussing the usage and modifications of this formula in detail. After some mailing back…
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Thoughts on the Yang Ming-Tai Yin dynamics
The dynamics of Yang Ming and Tai Yin conformations embodies the Yin-Yang dynamics of opposing forces which support, complement and depend on each other. The Yang Ming is the only internal conformation among the 3 Yang conformations. The nature of Yang is to rise and expand, however in the Yang Ming the Yang converges and…
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The Character of Stagnation in the Shanghan Lun – Si Ni San
The formula Si Ni San is a popular and widely used formula for treating pathologies of liver qi stagnation and liver invading the spleen. The list of possible clinical manifestations is long and varied, including: Digestive problems with abdominal distention and pain, irregular bowel movements. Gynecological problems with irregular periods, emotional and physical symptoms of…
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Shanghan Lun’s Role in the Evolution of Chinese Medicine – part 2
This article is the third in a series of articles which begins with the question: Considering Chinese medicine regards ancient medical texts as having practical value in modern times, does this imply that it has a faith-based perspective rather than a scientific one? I attempted to answer this question by following the history of the…
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Shanghan Lun’s Role in the Evolution of Chinese Medicine – part 1
The Shanghan Lun was written by Zhang Zhongjing (150-219), and 2000 years later is still considered to be one of the most important and influential books in Chinese medicine. In the previous article – Chinese Medicine: Science or Faith? – The following question was raised: Does the fact that Chinese medicine consider ancient texts to…
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Chinese Medicine – Science or Faith?
The Legacy of Zhang Zhongjing Chinese Medicine is largely based on ancient texts that were written about 2000 years ago. These classical texts include: Huang Di Nei Jing, Shen Nong Ben Cao Jing, Nan Jing, Shang Han Lun These texts are considered to be the theoretical as well as practical basis for Chinese Medicine from…
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The layers of Xiao Chai Hu Tang
The formula Xiao Chai Hu Tang is the main formula in the treatment of Shao Yang disorders. It is widely used for a large range of disorders, but to properly utilize this formula and witness it’s incredible effects, it is essential to fully understand it’s underlying mechanism. First of all, in order to realize this…
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Dang Gui & Blood Deficiency in the Shang Han Lun
Dang Gui is sweet, acrid and warm. It is an important and commonly used herb to enhance the qualities and functions of blood, including movement, warming, nourishing, and promoting healing of damaged tissue. In the ancient text Jin Gui Yao Lue, which composed the Shang Han Za Bing Lun, together with the Shang Han Lun,…
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A Key to the Understanding of Yin and Yang
We are familiar with the description of Yin and Yang as relatively opposing, complementing and mutually nourishing forces. Usually depicted in form of defining charts such as: Yang Yin day night external internal active restful Clinically, there is an abundance of insights stemming from this theory. The Chinese theory of Yin-Yang is an understanding of…