Discussion on Inspiration from TCM Essence, Yin Yang and Five Elements to TCM Regenerative Medicine

VernacularTitle:试论中医精气、阴阳五行对中医再生医学的启示
Author: Bo WANG ¹ ; Hong-Wu WANG ; Ming-Zhen DONG ; Jin-Hui YANG
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1. 中国中医科学院望京医院
Keywords: essence; yin yang and five elements; TCM regenerative medicine; stem cells
From: Chinese Journal of Information on Traditional Chinese Medicine 2018;25(7):5-7
CountryChina
Language:Chinese
Abstract: Based on essence, yin yang and five elements in basic TCM philosophy, this article proposed that congenital qi plays an important role in the regeneration of tissues and organs in TCM. Combination of medicine stem cell theory of congenital essence of nutrition is the key to stimulate repair of tissue and organ function regeneration;Yin-yang harmony and generation and restriction among five elements are the theoretical basis for functional regeneration regulation of zangfu organs in TCM. It is considered that TCM has unique advantages in preventing functional damage of zangfu organs, promoting tissue regeneration, and preventing abnormal tissue regeneration. Proceeding from traditional thinking of TCM, it may become an innovation and breakthrough for TCM regenerative medicine theory.