The concept of golden mean （Zhong Yong）, i.e. moderation, is the highest principle of moral cultivation in Confucianism. It entails an exclusive methodology in addressing politics, philosophy and everything in the u...The concept of golden mean （Zhong Yong）, i.e. moderation, is the highest principle of moral cultivation in Confucianism. It entails an exclusive methodology in addressing politics, philosophy and everything in the universe. This concept has permeated into all aspects of traditional Chinese culture. As an ancient therapy, tuina is an important part of Chinese medicine and has its characteristic theory and methods. Just like Chinese medicine, tuina has long been greatly influenced by the concept of golden mean. To better promote the development of tuina, it＇s necessary to investigate the historical evolution of tuina and the concept of golden mean as well as the influence of ＇golden mean＇ idea on tuina manipulation, mechanism and treatment.展开更多
基金supported by the 3-year action plan project by the Shanghai Municipal Health Bureau,No.ZYSNXD-CC-HPGC-JD-011~~
文摘The concept of golden mean （Zhong Yong）, i.e. moderation, is the highest principle of moral cultivation in Confucianism. It entails an exclusive methodology in addressing politics, philosophy and everything in the universe. This concept has permeated into all aspects of traditional Chinese culture. As an ancient therapy, tuina is an important part of Chinese medicine and has its characteristic theory and methods. Just like Chinese medicine, tuina has long been greatly influenced by the concept of golden mean. To better promote the development of tuina, it＇s necessary to investigate the historical evolution of tuina and the concept of golden mean as well as the influence of ＇golden mean＇ idea on tuina manipulation, mechanism and treatment.
