| 释义 |
中医 zhōnɡyī noun ① (指医学) traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) ▸ 中医理论 theory of traditional Chinese medicine ▸ 中医学 traditional Chinese medicine ② (指医生) doctor of traditional Chinese medicine 中医The traditional science of medicine, originating in the region around the Yellow River, and said to be invented by the legendary ruler Shen Nong (神农) who tasted many herbs to discover their medicinal properties. Chinese medicine takes an holistic view of illness and the patient’s condition. The human body is seen as an organic whole, with each of the organs influencing and promoting each other. Treatment includes acupuncture, moxibustion, and herbal potions aimed at restoring internal balance. |