Musculoskeletal Key

Chapter Thirteen. Herbs that warm the Interior 1. What are the functions of and indications for the herbs that warm the Interior? Herbs that warm the Interior are able to…

Chapter Three. Herbs that clear Heat 1. What are the characteristics of herbs that clear internal Heat? What precautions should be observed when they are used? According to the characteristics…

Chapter Sixteen. Substances that sedate the Spirit and calm the Mind 1. What are the indications for the substances that sedate the Spirit and calm the Mind? The substances that…

Chapter Ten. Herbs that regulate the Qi 1. What are the indications for herbs that regulate the Qi? Herbs that regulate the Qi are able to regulate, harmonize or spread…

Chapter Fifteen. Astringent herbs 1. What are the indications for and characteristics of the astringent herbs? The astringent herbs have the function of stabilizing the Essence, Body Fluids and Qi….

Chapter Eight. Herbs that transform Phlegm 1. What are the indications for herbs that transform Phlegm? What are visible Phlegm and invisible Phlegm? Herbs that transform Phlegm are able to…

Chapter Seven. Aromatic substances for transforming Dampness, for external application, and for opening the orifices 1. What are the characteristics of the aromatic herbs and their usage? Aromatic herbs have…

Chapter Four. Herbs that drain downwards 1. What are the functions of and indications for downward-draining herbs? Herbs that drain downwards are able to stimulate the intestine, purge accumulation and…

Chapter Seventeen. Herbs that subdue the Liver-Yang and extinguish Liver-Wind 1. What are the pathological changes and manifestations in the syndromes of Liver-Yang rising and Liver-Wind? The syndrome of Liver-Yang…

Chapter Eleven. Herbs that regulate the Blood 1. What are the causes of Blood stagnation? What are the indications for herbs that promote the Blood circulation? Herbs that promote the…