Sick Sinus Syndrome in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding different sick sinus syndrome patterns according to TCM theory
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Sick sinus syndrome refers to a group of heart rhythm disorders where the sinus node — the heart's natural pacemaker — fails to function properly. This malfunction leads to varied heart rate irregularities, such as unusually slow heart rates (bradycardia), rapid heart rates (tachycardia), or alternating between too slow and too fast. Common symptoms may include fainting, palpitations, shortness of breath, or confusion. This syndrome primarily affects older adults and might necessitate interventions such as medication management or pacemaker implantation if symptoms cause significant lifestyle disruption or risk.
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) approaches sick sinus syndrome not as a specific heart condition, but as a symptom of underlying systemic imbalances. TCM emphasizes the importance of identifying disharmony patterns affecting the flow of Qi and Blood through the Heart and other organs.
Each diagnosis and subsequent treatment are customized to address these imbalances, targeting not only the symptoms but also their root causes according to TCM philosophy. This holistic approach aims to restore harmony and proper energy flow across the body's systems.
Herbal Formulas for Sick Sinus Syndrome
Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address sick sinus syndrome