Joints, Traditional Chinese Medicine FAQ

Scientific Chinese medicine for body conditioning? Hello, doctor. I have been taking scientifically formulated traditional Chinese medicine at a TCM clinic for three years without interruption, as I am currently experiencing menopause. The doctor mentioned that my symptoms are du...

Tennis Elbow Treatment I was diagnosed with tennis elbow in May. During this time, I have been receiving acupuncture and tui na from a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner. However, one day the pain worsened, so I consulted an orthopedic doctor and received a corticosteroid ...

Gui Lu Er Xian Jiao Dear Doctor: Does Gui Lu Er Xian Jiao have the effect of repairing bones and muscles? Is its efficacy quite good? Recently, I am considering purchasing the Huatuo brand "medicinal grade" version containing two ingredients (tortoise shell and deer ant...

Sprain with significant cold sensation? I go for acupuncture every week due to a sprain, and each time they check my pulse. During my most recent visit, the doctor mentioned that my coldness has increased compared to before. At that moment, I only thought about how I haven't...

Stroke occurred 15 years ago? Hello Dr. He: I am a stroke patient who has been suffering for 15 years. My stroke was caused by a hemorrhage in the brainstem, and the blood clot has since been absorbed. In the past few years, I underwent rehabilitation at a Western medicine hospit...

Medication Inquiry~ Weight has inexplicably dropped from 70 kg to 48 kg within six months (not due to intentional weight loss!). Severe pain and weakness in the right leg, foot, and lower back, along with frequent urination. At the same time, severe pain started in the right uppe...

Knee problems About two weeks ago, I jumped up three steps at once, and I did it with somewhat poor form (pushing off strongly with my left foot). At the moment of the jump, I felt like all my force was concentrated on my knee. After jumping, I experienced a sensation similar to ...

Frequent dislocation of foot bones + pelvic tilt + scoliosis + leg length discrepancy? Hello, Doctor! I am 19 years old. During the summer vacation two years ago, I wore slightly high sandals while going out. Although I felt a prickling sensation, I thought it was due to a foreig...

Strange pain lasting for a year? (I suspect the following issues are related to my severe constipation.) I used to exercise regularly, but I always did it before bed, especially doing sit-ups. One time, I had a slight misalignment in my posture, and at that moment, I felt only a ...

What are the benefits of aloe vera? Hello Director Lin! I am a patient with rheumatoid arthritis and osteomyelitis (post-surgery). After the surgery, my inflammatory markers remained at around 1 for six months, but after July, they increased to 2.2. Before the surgery, my markers...

Physiological imbalance Hello Dr. Lin: I have a cold constitution that generates heat, and I'm unsure how to adjust my constitution through dietary therapy. Whenever I consume cold or cooling foods, I immediately develop rashes on my hands and feet. When I eat hot or warming...

Ankylosing Spondylitis What dietary considerations should be taken into account for ankylosing spondylitis, and which foods and vegetables should be avoided for Mediterranean anemia?

Musculoskeletal discomfort? Sometimes my hands or feet feel very uncomfortable, and it's hard to describe that sensation. If I press on the muscles or squeeze them a bit, it feels a little better, but the discomfort returns quickly. What could this be, and how can I reduce i...

The neck has been continuously twisted? Hello! I often strain my neck... it seems like just any random movement can cause it! The pain is so intense that it makes my entire scalp feel numb. The frequency of these strains is very high. Could you please explain why this happens? Th...

Persistent pain in the small gluteal muscles and cold extremities? Hello Doctor: I have three health issues. The first issue is that my feet have been cold throughout the entire summer and only a few days have they felt warm. The second issue is that I have persistent pain in the...

Musculoskeletal pain I have not been working recently and have only been doing household chores at home, but I am experiencing unbearable pain in my joints and muscles. I rely on topical medications like muscle relaxants to feel somewhat better. Recently, I had X-rays and blood t...

Where are the acupoints located? Hello Dr. Peng: I came across an article online, and here is an excerpt: Currently, about 90% of shoulder and neck pain issues among office workers are classified as soft tissue disorders, which cannot be identified through instruments. These issu...

Weakness in the limbs? Hello Doctor, I have a question to ask you. Since I was young, I have noticed that whenever I experience insufficient sleep or increased physical activity, my hands and feet become severely sore, weak, and painful. I need to undergo meridian massage until I...

Chest pain Hello Dr. Huang: I have been exercising regularly and have a habit of sleeping on my side. The muscles in both of my chest areas (near the shoulder joints) have been sore for about one to two years. X-rays have shown normal results. Would using a massage stick or gua s...

Methods to Increase Height Which acupressure points can stimulate growth? Also, I am already 19 years old—do I still have a chance to grow taller? I usually exercise regularly. What else should I pay attention to in order to promote height growth, such as diet, sleep, and which t...