Understanding TCM language

Learning the language of TCM.

Integrating it for optimal care.

You do not need to become a practitioner to understand the care you receive.

These short lessons introduce Traditional Chinese Medicine through a whole-person lens. Each section ends with two questions to check your understanding, not to diagnose yourself.

Begin with TCM terminology, or return to a section whenever you need a refresher.

By Noa Lynne Sutherland, L.Ac., NCCAOM Board Certified

Begin with TCM terminology

3 sections so farAbout 2 to 4 minutes each, plus two questions

Module 1

Learn TCM terminology

1.1

Qi and Blood: movement and nourishment

Understand what Qi and Blood are describing in TCM.

2–4 min 1.2

Yin, Yang and Jing: activity and reserves

Understand complementary qualities and constitutional reserves.

2–4 min 1.3

The organ systems: a different kind of map

Recognize why capitalized TCM organ names do not refer only to anatomical organs.

2–4 min

Educational information only. These lessons do not diagnose a condition, prescribe treatment, or replace individualized medical care.