Category: Miao Ethnic Medicine
Mongb khob hfad hxid (Neck Sprain / Acute Torticollis): A Miao Medicine Perspective
Disclaimer: This article is provided solely for the cultural and educational study of traditional medicine. It is not medical advice. Consult a licensed physician before applying any treatments. Mongb khob hfad hxid (Neck Sprain / Acute Torticollis): A Miao- Medicine Perspective Overview In Miao- medicine, acute neck sprain is known as Mongb khob hfad hxid. This condition…
Mongb gek jil (Shoulder Wind Syndrome): A Miao Medicine Perspective
Disclaimer: This article is provided solely for the cultural and educational study of traditional medicine. It is not medical advice. Consult a licensed physician before applying any treatments. Mongb gek jil (Shoulder Wind Syndrome): A Miao – Medicine Perspective Overview In Miao – medicine, Mongb gek jil refers to “leaking shoulder wind,” a condition caused by wind,…
Sprains (Yens hxena): A Miao Medicine Perspective on Diagnosis and Treatment
Disclaimer: This article is provided solely for the cultural and educational study of traditional medicine. It is not medical advice. Consult a licensed physician before applying any treatments. Sprains (Yens hxena): A Miao Medicine Perspective on Diagnosis and Treatment Overview In Miao medicine, sprains are known as Yens hxena. The condition refers to damage in muscles or…
Chongdangge (Bone Fracture)
Disclaimer: This article is provided solely for the cultural and educational study of traditional medicine. It is not medical advice. Consult a licensed physician before applying any treatments. Chongdangge (Bone Fracture) OverviewChongdangge refers to the complete or partial fracture of the bone structure in a specific part of the body caused by external factors such…
Chongdangge (Bone Bi)
Disclaimer: This article is provided solely for the cultural and educational study of traditional medicine. It is not medical advice. Consult a licensed physician before applying any treatments. Chongdangge (Bone Bi) OverviewIn Miao medicine, bone bi is called Chongdangge, referring to diseases where the affected bone structure is longer than normal bone structure, equivalent to…
Miao medicine-Gaji An Mai (Atrophy Syndrome)
Disclaimer: This article is provided solely for the cultural and educational study of traditional medicine. It is not medical advice. Consult a licensed physician before applying any treatments. Gaji An Mai (Atrophy Syndrome) Overview:In Miao medicine, Atrophy Syndrome is called Gaji An Mai. It refers to a condition caused by external pathogens, traumatic injuries, congenital…
Miao medicine,Gaojiachong (Rheumatoid Arthritis)
Gaojiachong (Rheumatoid Arthritis) Overview In Miao medicine, rheumatoid arthritis is called Gaojiachong (also known as Jiangfengjin or Enianggangbang). It occurs in individuals with weak constitutions—particularly the elderly or those overworked—or who live in cold, damp environments, allowing wind–damp–heat pathogens to invade the joints. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, rheumatoid arthritis falls under bi syndrome, where invasion…
Miao medicine-Jiyinjian Yangkai (Internal Injury–Induced Fever)
Jiyinjian Yangkai (Internal Injury–Induced Fever) Overview In Miao medicine, internal-injury fever is called Jiyinjian Yangkai (also Di Yinbian Yang, Shangge Yang, Ga Shang Shekai). It arises from violent trauma that does not break the skin or muscles but disrupts internal qi, blood, and fluids, leading to persistent low-grade fever. In TCM, internal-injury fever occurs when…
Miao medicine-Jiangbinwo (Chronic Fatigue Syndrome)
Jiangbinwo (Chronic Fatigue Syndrome) Overview In Miao medicine, chronic fatigue syndrome is called Jiangbinwo, categorized under “deficiency consumptive disorders.” It arises from unknown causes, overexertion, or poor living conditions, leading to prolonged weakness. In TCM, consumptive deficiency (xu lao) refers to chronic disorders marked by deficiency of two or more zangfu organs and impairment of…
Miao medicine-Mengchong Dang (Low Back Pain)
Mengchong Dang (Low Back Pain) Overview In Miao medicine, low back pain is called Mengchong Dang, denoting pain on one or both sides of the lumbar region. In TCM, lumbar pain (“yaoji pain”) arises when external pathogens, internal injury, or trauma disrupt qi–blood circulation in the lower back, leading to pain along the spine or…
