Post-Traumatic Stasis in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding different post-traumatic stasis patterns according to TCM theory
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Post-Traumatic Stasis refers to a condition where blood flow is interrupted or becomes stagnant as a result of a physical injury. This term, often used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), captures the essence of how trauma can disrupt the body's natural circulatory processes, leading to stagnation of blood in specific areas.
It is closely related to bruising and can manifest as localized pain, swelling, and color changes in the skin. Understanding this condition involves recognizing the impact of injury not just on physical structures but also on the body's energetic and circulatory systems.
In TCM, Post-Traumatic Stasis is seen through the lens of disrupted Qi (vital energy) and Blood flow. According to TCM theory, trauma can cause Qi and Blood to stagnate, leading to pain and other symptoms associated with stagnation.
This condition is not just a physical phenomenon but also involves an imbalance in the body's energetic pathways. TCM treatments aim to restore the flow of Qi and Blood, reduce stagnation, and promote healing, addressing both the symptoms and the root cause of the trauma.
Herbal Formulas for Post-Traumatic Stasis
Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address post-traumatic stasis