Supraventricular Tachycardia in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding different supraventricular tachycardia patterns according to TCM theory
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Supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) is a type of arrhythmia characterized by an abnormally fast heartbeat that originates from the atria or upper chambers of the heart. This rapid heart rate can begin and end suddenly and often occurs in episodes. Typically, a normal heart rate ranges from 60 to 100 beats per minute, but with SVT, the heart rate can exceed 100 beats per minute, sometimes reaching up to 300 beats per minute. This condition can cause palpitations, dizziness, or chest pain, and while it might be transient, it often requires medical evaluation.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), supraventricular tachycardia is not viewed through the lens of heart electrical anomalies but as a manifestation of internal disharmony and imbalance. TCM posits that such symptoms result from various patterns of imbalance in the body's vital energies. Identifying the specific pattern of disharmony is crucial, as treatment in TCM is tailored to correct these unique imbalances rather than targeting the symptom alone.
Herbal Formulas for Supraventricular Tachycardia
Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address supraventricular tachycardia