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Everyday Chinese Medicine
  • Level Professional
  • Duration 10 hours
  • Course by The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Offered by

About

This course aims to serve as an education platform on Chinese medicine (CM) for the general public. Our primary goal is to empower healthcare choices by promoting awareness and practical application on CM diagnostic and therapeutic approaches, as well as regulation on CM services and herbal products using international examples. In the first part of this course, learners will develop skills in applying basic theory of Chinese medicine (CM) for understanding health and illnesses, and be able to compare and contrast views from Chinese and western medicine perspectives. In the second part, learners will be able to diagnose their own CM body constitution, and to apply appropriate CM self-care practice including food therapy, acupressure, Baduanjin and meditation. Learners will also be able to identify commonly used Chinese herbs, and to describe the core principle of acupuncture. Specific competencies include: 1. State the basic theory of Chinese medicine and compare it with the principle of western medicine. 2. Apply the diagnostic approach of Chinese medicine and describe one’s body constitution. 3. Describe the core principle of Chinese herbs and acupuncture, and to understand their role in promoting health and wellness. 4. Develop self-care plan according to body constitution, using the practice of food therapy, acupressure, and Baduanjin.

Modules

Pre-lecture readings (Optional)

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Course Introduction Video

1 Readings

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1. The Initiation of Chinese Medicine

    • 1 Videos
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1 Videos

  • The Initiation of Chinese Medicine

2. The Essential Characteristics of Chinese Medicine

    • 1 Videos
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1 Videos

  • The Essential Characteristics of Chinese Medicine

3. Treatment by Differentiation of Syndromes

    • 1 Videos
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1 Videos

  • Treatment by Differentiation of Syndromes

4. The Theory of Yin-yang - The Doctrine of Yin and Yang

    • 1 Videos
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1 Videos

  • The Doctrine of Yin and Yang

5. The Theory of Yin-Yang - The Formation of the Theory of Yin and Yang

    • 1 Videos
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1 Videos

  • The Theory of Yin-Yang - The Formation of the Theory of Yin and Yang

6. Application of the Theory of Yin-yang in Chinese Medicine

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1 Videos

  • Application of the Theory of Yin-yang in Chinese Medicine

7. The Theory of Zang-fu Organs

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1 Videos

  • The Theory of Zang-fu Organs (Part 1)

8. The Theory of Zang-fu Organs - The Primary Characteristics of the Zang-fu Theory

    • 1 Videos
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1 Videos

  • The Primary Characteristics of the Zang-Fu Theory

Weekly Assignment

    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Session 1

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    • 1 Readings
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1 Readings

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1. The Heart

    • 1 Videos
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1 Videos

  • The Heart

2. The Lung

    • 1 Videos
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1 Videos

  • The Lung

3. The Spleen

    • 1 Videos
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1 Videos

  • The Spleen

4. The Liver

    • 1 Videos
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1 Videos

  • The Liver

5. The Kidney

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1 Videos

  • The Kidney

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1 Assignment

  • Session 2

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1. The Relationship between the Zang Organs

    • 1 Videos
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1 Videos

  • The Relationship between the Zang Organs

2. The Functions of the Six Fu Organs

    • 1 Videos
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1 Videos

  • The Functions of the Six Fu Organs

3. The Relationship between Zang-Fu Organs

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1 Videos

  • The Relationship between Zang-Fu Organs

4. The Theory of Qi

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1 Videos

  • The Theory of Qi

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  • Session 3

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1. The Theory of Blood and Body Fluids

    • 1 Videos
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  • Theory of Blood, Body Fluids and Qi

2. Pathogenic Factors and Pathogenesis in Chinese Medicine

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1 Videos

  • Pathogenic Factors and Pathogenesis in Chinese Medicine

3. Six External Pathogens

    • 7 Videos
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7 Videos

  • 3.1 Six External Pathogens
  • 3.2 Wind
  • 3.3 Cold
  • 3.4 Summer-heat
  • 3.5 Dampness
  • 3.6 Dryness
  • 3.7 Fire

4. Internal Injury by the Seven Emotions

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  • Internal Injury by the Seven Emotions

5. Diet, Work and Rest

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  • Diet, Work and Rest

6. Pathogenesis

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  • Pathogenesis

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  • Session 4

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Introduction of Chinese Medicine Diagnostics

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1 Videos

  • Introduction of Chinese Medicine Diagnostics

The Four Examinations - 1 Inquiry

    • 8 Videos
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8 Videos

  • 1.1.1 Definition of Inquiry, Common Symptoms - Chills and Fever
  • 1.1.2 Common Symptoms - Pain: according to its nature
  • 1.1.3 Common Symptoms - Pain: according to its location
  • 1.2 Sweating and Thirst
  • 1.3 Appetite and Taste
  • 1.4 Bowel Habits
  • 1.5 Urination
  • 1.6 Sleep

The Four Examinations - 2 Inspection

    • 3 Videos
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3 Videos

  • Definition of Inspection, Inspecting Facial Complexion and Sense Organs
  • Inspection of Body Shape and Movement
  • Inspection of Tongue

The Four Examinations - 3 Listening

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  • Definition of Listening, Listening to Voice, Respiration and Cough

The Four Examinations - 4 Palpation

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  • Palpation

Weekly Assignment

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  • Session 5

Auto Summary

"Everyday Chinese Medicine" is a comprehensive course designed for the general public, focusing on Chinese medicine (CM) within the Science & Engineering domain. Led by expert instructors from Coursera, this professional-level course spans 600 minutes and offers insights into CM diagnostic and therapeutic approaches. Learners will compare Chinese and Western medicine, diagnose their own CM body constitution, and apply CM self-care practices like food therapy, acupressure, and meditation. Subscription options include Starter and Professional, making it accessible to all interested in enhancing their healthcare choices through CM.

Prof. Vincent CHUNG
Instructors

Prof. Vincent CHUNG

Prof. Zhi-xiu LIN
Instructors

Prof. Zhi-xiu LIN

Prof. Wendy WONG
Instructors

Prof. Wendy WONG

Dr. Ching LIONG
Instructors

Dr. Ching LIONG

Prof. Justin Che-Yuen WU
Instructors

Prof. Justin Che-Yuen WU