Pulse Diagnosis in Chinese Medicine In Chinese medicine, the pulse is more than just a heartbeat. It is a diagnostic tool that has been used for hundreds of years in various Oriental countries. It’s like a flowing river beneath the skin, carrying subtle messages about the body’s inner landscape. By feeling the pulse, a practitioner [...]
The Water Element in Traditional Chinese Medicine: The Root of Life In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the Five Elements—Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water—describe the fundamental energies of nature and the human body. As we turn inward during the darker, colder months, we arrive at the realm of the Water Element, the most yin of [...]
Healthcare professionals training in Acupuncture One year program Acupuncture program : Online and in person lectures and clinics Health Care Professionals Training Program in Acupuncture The International School of Acupuncture (ISA), a subgroup of the Hellenic Non profit Corporation of Chinese Medicine (HCCM) is offering a seven-month training course in acupuncture and Asian Medicine. This [...]
Moxibustion The history of Moxibustion Moxibustion (灸, jiǔ) is a traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) therapy that involves burning the dried leaves of the mugwort plant (Artemisia argyi or Artemisia vulgaris) to stimulate healing. Moxa is available in smoke and smoke less options. Some practitioners might also prefer to use moxa wool. The practice has a [...]
The Six Stages in application to Yin Yoga The Six Stages : Enhance your understanding of Traditional Chinese Medicine in the context of Yin Yoga with this upcoming workshop. See event page for more information. The six stages, or six levels are a diagnostic framework used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). In most Yin Yoga [...]
Upcoming Fundamentals of Chinese Medicine applied to Yin Yoga Course Fundamentals of Chinese Medicine applied to Yin Yoga 20hr/modular program. This modular 20hr program is ideal for existing Yin yoga teachers or Yoga therapists. Even if you simply have an interest in Traditional Chinese Medicine, this course is an ideal starting point. Sign up for [...]
