The Yellow Emperor Chapter 21 - The Spiritual Pivot – Cold and Heat Disorders 寒热病

This Chapter from The Yellow Emperor’s Classic of Internal Medicine details diagnoses and treatments for cold and heat disorders, trauma, and energy blockages within the body. Specific acupuncture points and meridian therapies are prescribed based on symptoms, location of the ailment (skin, muscles, bones), and seasonal considerations. The text emphasizes the interplay of yin and yang energies and the importance of precise needling techniques to avoid complications. Diagnostic methods include pulse assessment at various neck points.