Chinese Decoctions and Classical Formulas: Authentic Interpretation of Treatise on Cold Damage and Miscellaneous Diseases

Author: Feng Shilun
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
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The first chapter is a discussion and argument on the origin, compilation, and academic characteristics of Treatise on Cold Damage and Miscellaneous Diseases, based on the author's long-term research and clinical experience. This chapter first proposes that Treatise on Cold Damage and Miscellaneous Diseases is a unique theory system of classical formulas, specifically a theoretical system of syndrome differentiation based on the six channels (which correspond to the eight principles). The second and third chapters provide a comprehensive annotation of the entire Treatise on Cold Damage and Essentials from the Golden Cabinet, based on research and clinical experience, enabling readers to correctly understand the original meaning of Zhang Zhongjing. This helps clarify that the key to treating diseases with classical formulas is: first, to differentiate the six channels, and then to differentiate the formula-syndrome. This approach allows for both simple and accurate application of classical formulas in clinical practice. The fourth chapter is a collection of studies on the six channels and formula-syndromes of Treatise on Cold Damage by renowned classical formula scholars, Hu Xisu, from domestic and international experts. By comparing and studying this material with the preceding chapters, readers are further inspired to understand and apply classical formulas.