08/09/2023
Today in clinic, fire cupping the naval/bellybutton to eliminate internal cold & dampness. Patient experiences chronic digestion issues and wants to regulate her periods.
After removing the glass cup, the skin felt cold to touch compared to surrounding area, despite being a very warm day. The second picture shows the ‘blue tinge’ which indicates coldness being drawn out from the body.
Acupuncture needling after to boost digestion and balance the period cycle.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), coldness and dampness can enter the body through external factors like exposure to cold and damp environments, wearing wet clothing, or consuming cold and raw foods. Additionally, internal factors such as a weak spleen or kidney function can also contribute to the accumulation of cold and dampness within the body.
