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Text: Intellectual Li Yi

Editor: Knowledge Fen Li Yi

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When it comes to traditional Chinese medicine, you may think of herbs that need to be cooked at the right temperature, complex and mysterious pulse readings, or soup that has a therapeutic effect but has a bad taste.

Undoubtedly, these are our common impressions of traditional Chinese medicine. However,Zhang Gongyao, a professor of Central South University, has caused a heated debate. He publicly stated that "Chinese medicine is useless, and western medicine should be vigorously developed".

Such remarks inevitably cast curious or even confused glances at him.

Professor Zhang and the Theory of "Traditional Chinese Medicine is Useless"

Zhang Gongyao is a scholar who enjoys a certain influence in China, and his opinions can always cause hot debate in society.

This time,He chose traditional Chinese medicine as the focal point of contradiction,Like a hedgehog rampaging through a flock of chickens, Professor Zhang's sharp remarks quickly caused a shock in various sectors of society.

It's like on a quiet night, suddenly a shooting star cuts through the night sky, instantly attracting all eyes.

Many people were surprised by this, but at the same time, they also had serious doubts about his remarks, after all,Traditional Chinese medicine, as a part of China's 5000 year culture, has a profound historical heritage and therapeutic effects that have long been deeply ingrained in people's hearts.

However, Professor Zhang did not curb his sharp edges as a result. He firmly stated that traditional Chinese medicine is outdated and should be eliminated, and that only Western medicine can adapt to the development of contemporary society.

While Zhang Gongyao's "theory of the uselessness of traditional Chinese medicine" aroused public reaction, Professor Zhang also launched a signature activity on his social platform, calling on people to oppose the existence of traditional Chinese medicine.

He said, "We need more modern, scientific, and effective medical methods, rather than ancient and vague theories of traditional Chinese medicine." Many netizens responded to his call and left their names on his signature form.

Of course, this storm has not subsided either. A large number of scholars, doctors, and the public who support traditional Chinese medicine have expressed strong opposition to this

With reason and evidence? A farce?

If we compare this event to a drama, then Zhang Gongyao is undoubtedly the protagonist. He has aroused the curiosity and controversy of the audience with his fierce remarks.

Zhang Gongyao stood in the center of the stage where the lights were focused and shouted, "Traditional Chinese medicine is useless!" However, some people would doubt whether his claim was based on scientific basis or just a well-designed drama?

In fact, Professor Zhang Gongyao's comments have many biases. He overemphasizes modern science and ignores the practical value of traditional Chinese medicine.

Moreover, he likened his remarks to a farce, an unfounded stage performance.

Zhang Gongyao's proposition, like an elaborate topic bomb, was thrown into a lively stage. Its explosion instantly aroused huge controversy, making everyone question his "useless theory".

And when we calm down and examine this farce, we will find that his claims do not seem to have sufficient scientific basis to support them.

Firstly, the therapeutic effect of traditional Chinese medicine is not ineffective, and the diagnosis and treatment philosophy of traditional Chinese medicine

It takes the human body as a whole, emphasizes the correspondence between inside and outside, and the Unity of Heaven and humanity. It achieves the effect of disease prevention and treatment by adjusting the balance of yin and yang in the human body.

In fact, many modern diseases, such as coronary heart disease, diabetes, tumor, etc., have their unique curative effects and treatment methods. Secondly,Western medicine is not omnipotent, although it is indeed advanced in diagnostic techniques and treatment methods, it also has its limitations.

For example, for some chronic diseases, Western medicine often can only control the condition and cannot fundamentally solve the problem,Traditional Chinese medicine has played a huge role in these fields.

Of course, we can't deny some of Professor Zhang Gongyao's views that TCM really needs to keep pace with the times and needs more communication and integration with modern medicine.

However, his "useless theory of traditional Chinese medicine" is more like a farce, an overly radical performance without a deep understanding and consideration of history and culture.

Therefore, we can not deny the role of TCM just by Zhang Gongyao's sentence "TCM is useless".

Traditional Chinese Medicine, the Traditional Chinese Medicine of China

Speaking of which, let's put Zhang Gongyao and his "theory of futility of traditional Chinese medicine" aside for a moment. After all, maybe there is a traditional Chinese medicine hospital near your home where you have visited. The old Chinese medicine doctor's kind look vaguely appears in your mind. Professor Zhang's words must be nonsense.

The origin of traditional Chinese medicine can be traced back to the early stages of ancient Chinese civilization. Traditional Chinese medicine is a long-standing, extensive and profound medical system that has undergone thousands of years of evolution and accumulation in its formation and development.

To gain a comprehensive understanding of traditional Chinese medicine, we may want to first understand its origin, development, and current situation.

The origin of traditional Chinese medicine can be traced back to the early stages of ancient Chinese civilization,Traditional Chinese medicine is a long-standing and profound medical system that has undergone thousands of years of evolution and accumulation in its formation and development.

It is said that the origin of traditional Chinese medicine can be traced back to the Xia Dynasty around 3000 BC. At that time, the ancient Chinese people began to observe, study and treat diseases, pain and health. They observed the changes in nature and the impact on human health, and tried to find ways to treat diseases.

The Huangdi Neijing is one of the earliest and most important classics of Traditional Chinese medicine,It is considered as the foundation work of Traditional Chinese medicine. This classic inherits many ancient wisdom and knowledge, and summarizes the understanding of human life and health.

The book records the basic theory of Traditional Chinese medicine, meridian theory, diagnostic methods, treatment techniques and drug application.

In ancient China, ordinary people fell ill all their lives, but unlike now, they could not go to nearby places such as "Dr. Liu's Clinic" or "Second People's Hospital" to see doctors and get medicine.

So they must rely on constantly trying various herbs and exploring their effects and medicinal effects, in order to form the Chinese people's own set of experience and methods for treating diseases over time.

Traditional Chinese medicine has gone through multiple stages of development over thousands of years, constantly evolving and growing. The development process is mainly divided into several periods, and each period witnesses the importance and active exploration of our Chinese civilization in treating diseases and saving people.

The initial formation of ancient medicine (around 3000 BC): The ancient Chinese people began to observe and study diseases, pain, and health, seeking treatment methods.

Medicine in this period was mainly based on mysterious beliefs and experiences, and used herbs, acupuncture and moxibustion and various sacrificial rites to treat diseases.

The establishment of the medical school (400 BC -200 AD):During the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States period, some physicians with special medical skills began to form their own theories and treatment methods, such as Huangdi Neijing, dysmenorrhea, etc.

Improvement of theoretical system (200 BC -200 AD): The Han Dynasty was a period of formation and development of the theoretical system of traditional Chinese medicine. During this period, there were many important medical experts and scholars, such as Zhang Zhongjing.

Their works, represented by Shanghan Lun and Synopsis of the Golden Chamber, clearly defined the principles of diagnosis and treatment of traditional Chinese medicine.

Collation and summary of medical classics (AD 300- AD 600): During the Northern and Southern dynasties, many medical classics were sorted out and summarized, the most important of which were The List of Famous Doctors and Thousand Golden Prescriptions.

Inheritance and Expansion of Classical Books (Tang and Song Dynasties): During the Tang and Song Dynasties, doctors conducted in-depth research and interpretation of ancient medical classics, such as the "Criterion of Syndrome and Treatment" and "Secret Mansion Preparation", andAcupuncture and moxibustion, herbal medicine and diagnosisSignificant progress has been made in various aspects.

Integration and development of folk knowledge (Ming and Qing Dynasties): During the Ming and Qing Dynasties, Traditional Chinese medicine integrated folk medical knowledge from all over China, and conducted in-depth research on pharmacology, acupuncture and moxibustion, diagnostics, and prescription science.

Since the 20th century, traditional Chinese medicine has gone through a stage of modernization,The Chinese government restored and promoted the clinical application and education system of traditional Chinese medicine in the 1950s, and conducted scientific research and clinical practice.

Since then, traditional Chinese medicine has been increasingly recognized internationally and has become a very important medical and health resource for many countries.

When it comes to the current development status and general trend of traditional Chinese medicine, I believe it is the objective fact that can best refute the professor's statement that traditional Chinese medicine is useless.

Firstly, the state currently supports and encourages traditional Chinese medicine and lists it as one of the important medical systems. The state has established a department for the management of traditional Chinese medicine,Increase support for traditional Chinese medicine, including talent cultivation, research funding, and clinical application of traditional Chinese medicine.

Secondly, traditional Chinese medicine has also been modernized. The introduction of modern technologies, such as electroacupuncture and laser acupuncture and moxibustion, makes the diagnosis and treatment of traditional Chinese medicine more accurate and scientific.

The modernization research of traditional Chinese medicine has also achieved some results, such as the study of traditional Chinese medicine pharmacology and the purification technology of traditional Chinese medicine formulations.

Moreover, in practice, traditional Chinese medicine and modern medicine are increasingly integrated. Many hospitals and clinics provide integrated services of traditional Chinese medicine and western medicine, combining traditional Chinese medicine with modern medical methods to achieve better therapeutic effects.

In addition, some scientists and doctors in traditional Chinese medicine and modern medicine are also conducting interdisciplinary research and cooperation to promote the modernization of traditional Chinese medicine.

The previous preparations have been completed. I believe that after reading my brief introduction to the past and present of traditional Chinese medicine, you have gained a certain understanding of it and have also made your own judgment on the theory of Professor Zhang.

Why did Zhang Gongyao give TCM a conclusion of "uselessness"? This is also the final issue we will explore in this article.

If you want to add sin, why bother without hesitation

There is no doubt that Zhang Gongyao has a prejudice against TCM. The so-called one layer of prejudice is like a mountain between mountains. His conclusion that TCM is useless is simply because TCM lacks Scientific theory.

But he completely ignored the Pragmatism of Chinese medicine in the medical field - that is, the ability to cure diseases, and the different emphasis of Chinese medicine and western medicine.

Zhang Gongyao used the advantages of western medicine to attack the shortcomings of traditional Chinese medicine. Obviously, he has lost the shadow of objective comparison, leaving only meaningless "holding one step on one".

At present, a large number of cutting-edge medical papers are also being produced. Among them, there are quite a number of papers related to TCM, TCM and Western medicine. I think Zhang Gongyao may not know about this.

epilogue

As one of the widely recognized excellent traditional cultures, traditional Chinese medicine has played an important role in the history of China, as a unique medical system.

With its theoretical system and unique treatment methods, traditional Chinese medicine has played a positive role in the health and well-being of the Chinese people. Therefore, traditional Chinese medicine should become a part of our cultural confidence.

Respecting and inheriting traditional Chinese medicine can not only solidify our recognition and pride in Chinese cultural traditions, but also help promote the development and prosperity of traditional Chinese medicine.

However, we also need to recognize that as a medical system, traditional Chinese medicine needs to learn from and learn from modern medicine, constantly keep up with the times, improve its therapeutic effectiveness and scientificity, in order to better serve human health. This is the correct treatment of traditional Chinese medicine.

Finally, I would like to end this article with a comment from a netizen: Ignorance is not that we don't know whether traditional Chinese medicine is correct or Western medicine is correct, but rather that we still insist on our so-called "useless theory of traditional Chinese medicine" to gain the flow of lies even when the importance of traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine is already in front of us.

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