Premature Atrial Contractions in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding different premature atrial contractions patterns according to TCM theory
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Premature atrial contractions (PACs) are common cardiac irregularities where the heart experiences early heartbeats originating from the atria. These premature beats disrupt the heart's regular rhythm, often felt by the individual as a skipped beat or an unusually strong heartbeat. While typically benign, frequent PACs can be unsettling and may warrant further evaluation to rule out underlying heart conditions. This symptom underscores the heart’s electrical activity, highlighting potential irregularities in its pacing and rhythm.
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) interprets premature atrial contractions differently from Western medicine, viewing them as indicators of underlying disharmony within the body's energetic system rather than mere electrical misfirings. TCM suggests that symptoms like PACs emerge when there is a disturbance in the harmonious balance of the body's vital energy, or Qi, and blood.
Diagnosing the specific pattern of disharmony—whether it involves Qi Deficiency, Blood Stasis, or Phlegm obstruction—is essential in TCM, as the treatment focuses on correcting these imbalances rather than the symptom itself.
TCM Patterns for Premature Atrial Contractions
Each pattern represents a distinct underlying imbalance that can cause premature atrial contractions
Diagnostic signs
Slippery (Hua), Wiry (Xian)
Recommended herbal formulas
Herbal Formulas for Premature Atrial Contractions
Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address premature atrial contractions