2021April 9, 2008

In preparation for May illness

2021April 9, 2008


Spring is "tree bud time" (this medoki).
When plants and trees sprout, the temperature changes greatly, fatigue accumulates,
It is a season when hormones, immunity, and the autonomic nervous system are also likely to be affected.
And in Japan, the new fiscal year starts in April.
These days, when the environment is changing a lot, what you want to be careful of is "May Sickness"
What is May Sickness?
Medically, it is a pathological condition considered to be "depression" and "adjustment disorder",
If symptoms such as malaise, insomnia, or impatience appear, be careful.
(1) Rest even if you are busy (on and off)
(2) Talk to people you don't care about
(3) Let's touch the familiar world of music, movies, novels, comics, etc.

Now, in the Five Elements of Eastern Thought (Thursday, Fire, Sat, Fri, and Water), spring is regarded as the season of "wood,"
It is said that the work of the five organs and six tendons is likely to affect the liver.
The "liver" in Oriental medicine is different from that of modern medicine,
Adjust metabolism, emotional stability, storage of blood and maintenance of muscle tension,
"Anger" as a moodIt is closely related to stress.
For such a "liver" dysfunction, acupuncture and moxibustion treatment is effective.
"Acupuncture and moxibustion treatment"brings out relaxing, anti-inflammatory, and muscle tone improving effects. 、
Other than that, it is expected to stabilize and improve the mood.
When symptoms cannot be removed, the mind and body of the whole bodyAcupuncture and moxibustion treatmentcan help.