“Treatment of winter diseases in summer” is a treatment principle of traditional Chinese medicine. This treatment method is based on the theory that “Yang Qi” rises in the body in summer, and “Yin” and “Yang” are in a balanced state, so it can strengthen the immune system.

It means that preventive measures should be taken in summer to prevent the occurrence or even worsening of winter diseases, such as bronchitis, bronchial asthma, rheumatism, rheumatoid arthritis, and senile chills. The symptoms are as follows: cold hands and feet, intolerance to cold, prefer to keep warm, often tired and sleepy. One of the cause is that the cold weakens our body’s defense system. Another cause is dry air, which reduces the resistance of the mucous membranes of the respiratory system. As a result, the virus has attacked our health.

Why prevent winter diseases in summer?

The invasion of cold pathogen to the human body is much stronger in winter than in summer. According to traditional Chinese medicine, on a hot day, Yang Qi rises while Yin Qi drops. Therefore, it is best to treat winter diseases in hot weather. It is recommended to treat this winter disease at least three consecutive summers to achieve the best results.

A variety of treatment methods are used in traditional Chinese medicine, such as acupuncture, tuina massage, cupping, herbal therapy, plaster therapy, etc. The summer treatment of winter diseases basically uses plaster therapy. Plastering can help the body to strengthen the Yang Qi and immune system, while restoring the balance of Yin and Yang.