What is Trauma / Injury?

Wài Shāng · 外伤 · Etiology / Pathogenic Factors

Physical trauma, such as falls, blows, or accidents, directly causes Qi and Blood stagnation, leading to pain, swelling, and bruising, and can also disrupt the flow of meridians.

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Trauma / Injury belongs to the Etiology / Pathogenic Factors group of Traditional Chinese Medicine terminology. Browse the full TCM glossary or the related terms below.

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What is Trauma / Injury in Traditional Chinese Medicine?

Physical trauma, such as falls, blows, or accidents, directly causes Qi and Blood stagnation, leading to pain, swelling, and bruising, and can also disrupt the flow of meridians.

What category does Trauma / Injury belong to?

Trauma / Injury is part of the Etiology / Pathogenic Factors group of TCM concepts.

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