The Six Conformations [六经]
In this class, we will discuss each of the six conformations (Taiyang, Yangming, Shaoyang, Taiyin, Shaoyin, and Jueyin) in great detail.
The Six Conformations class will introduce key concepts from each of the six conformations, including main signs and symptoms, pulses, abdomin
al findings if relevant, and treatment protocols.
In addition we will discuss core meanings as well as physiological and pathological implications. Difficult concepts, characters and complex terminology will also be explored in order to remove any confusion and make the six conformations alive and clinically relevant. Discussions will include;
Tai Yang 太阳
- Movement and qi
- Outline
- Discussion on key signs and symptoms
- Disease mechanisms
- Pulse manifestations
- Treatment methods – where sweating is indicated and where it is not, including erroneous use.
- Glomus/Epigastric distention
- Vexation
Yang Ming 阳明
- Movement and qi
- Outline
- Discussion on key signs and symptoms
- Disease mechanisms
- Pulse manifestations
- Treatment methods
- Discussion on Pi Yue (脾约)
Shao Yang 少阳
- Movement and qi
- Outline
- Discussion on key signs and symptoms
- Disease mechanisms
- Pulse manifestations
- Treatment methods
- Concurrent patterns
Tai Yin 太阴
- Movement and qi
- Outline
- Discussion on key signs and symptoms
- Disease mechanisms
- Pulse manifestations
- Treatment methods
- Concurrent patterns
Shao Yin少阴
- Movement and qi
- Outline
- Discussion on key signs and symptoms
- Disease mechanisms
- Heart (fire) and Kidney (water) relationship
- Pulse manifestations
- Treatment methods
- Concurrent patterns
Jue Yin 厥阴
- Movement and qi
- Outline
- Discussion on key signs and symptoms
- Disease mechanisms
- Pulse manifestations
- Treatment methods
- Concurrent patterns