Author: Shao-Hui Geng1, Li Liu1, Zhi-Min Lin2, Hui Zhang3, Ri-Geng Mei4, Xin Liu3, Jian-Cheng Liu5, Guang-Rui Huang1, Wen-Chun Zhang5
Affiliation: <sup>1</sup> School of Life Sciences, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, China.
<sup>2</sup> School of Acupuncture-Moxibustion and Tuina, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, China.
<sup>3</sup> School of Chinese Materia Medica, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, China.
<sup>4</sup> School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, China.
<sup>5</sup> School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, China.
Conference/Journal: Medicine (Baltimore)
Date published: 2023 Nov 17
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Volume ID: 102 , Issue ID: 46 , Pages: e35870 , Special Notes: doi: 10.1097/MD.0000000000035870. , Word Count: 149
During the 2022 Annual National Terahertz Biophysics Conference, the hypothesis was proposed that bio frequency electromagnetic fields sensitive points, akin to acupuncture points, exist in the human body. This development has prompted numerous researchers to apply terahertz technology to the field of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). In recent years, terahertz technology has achieved notable progress in the field of TCM, particularly concerning the meridian-collateral system. This review systematically presents the advancements in terahertz technology and its implications on TCM theory from a biophysical perspective. Additionally, it summarizes the utilization of terahertz waves in elucidating aspects of TCM, particularly focusing on the scientific connotation of Qi, the theoretical foundation of the meridian-collateral system, and moxibustion in diagnosing and treating diseases. We aimed to explore the innovative applications and distinct advantages of terahertz technology in TCM and its feasibility as a pioneering technological tool for the modernization of TCM.
PMID: 37986326 DOI: 10.1097/MD.0000000000035870