This situation is essentially the same as Spleen-Qi deficiency. However, since Spleen-Qi is also
the origin of Blood, deficient Spleen-Qi can lead to Blood deficiency over a long period of time.
Hence the slight palpitations and the Thin tongue, which are signs of Blood deficiency.
This pattern occurs very frequently in combination with either Heart-Blood or Liver-Blood
deficiency and in some cases, with both. It is much more frequent in women than men. If
accompanied by Heart-Blood deficiency, there would be more pronounced palpitations and
insomnia. If accompanied by Liver-Blood deficiency there would be scanty periods, dizziness
and blurred vision.
Treatment Principle
Tonify Qi and Blood, strengthen Spleen and Heart.
Acupuncture
General Prescription
ST-36 Zusanli, SP-3 Taibai, Ren-12 Zhongwan, BL-20 Pishu, BL-21 Weishu, Bl-17 Geshu (with
moxa only). All with reinforcing method. Moxa is applicable.
Explanation
- ST-36 and SP-3 tonify Stomach and Spleen Qi.
- Ren-12 is the Front-Collecting point of the Stomach and it tonifies both Stomach and
Spleen. - BL-20 and BL-21 are the Back-Transporting points for Spleen and Stomach and they
provide a very effective and strong stimulation in chronic deficiency of these two organs.
They particularly have an effect in relieving tiredness. - BL-17 with direct moxa, nourishes Blood.
Herbal Treatment
Prescription
Gui Pi Tang
(Tonifying the Spleen Decoction)
Ren Shen Radix Ginseng 6 g (Dang Shen Radix Codonopsis pilosulae 12 g)