The holistic concept in TCM refers to a basic philosophical concept in TCM, which holds that the human body is an organic whole, and all organs, tissues and functions are interrelated, interdependent and mutually restrictive, which together constitute a balanced and harmonious ecosystem. Below I will explain the meaning of the overall concept of traditional Chinese medicine from two aspects:

1. Organizational relationship: Chinese medicine believes that the human body is a whole in harmony with nature. Various organs and tissues in the human body depend on each other and work together, and communicate and adjust through the meridian system and qi and blood circulation. In the theoretical framework of traditional Chinese medicine, it is emphasized that the internal organs and meridians are interrelated. The abnormal condition of any organ may affect the whole human body. Therefore, in the process of diagnosis and treatment of traditional Chinese medicine, doctors will analyze, diagnose and treat diseases from a holistic perspective, rather than targeting a single symptom or organ.

2. Balance and health care: Chinese medicine emphasizes the balance of yin and yang in the human body and the smooth flow of qi and blood. Yin and Yang is the core concept of TCM philosophy, which describes two opposing but interdependent forces in the universe. Human health and diseases are considered as a state of balance between yin and yang. Chinese medicine believes that when yin and yang are unbalanced in the human body, or qi and blood are not running smoothly, it will lead to diseases. Therefore, Chinese medicine regulates the balance of yin and yang, benefits qi and channels through herbs, acupuncture, massage and diet regulation, so as to achieve a harmonious and healthy life.

There is a difference between the holistic concept of traditional Chinese medicine and the divisional concept of modern medicine, which is more inclined to local treatment and symptomatic treatment. Traditional Chinese medicine emphasizes the overall relationship between the internal and external environment of the human body. To treat diseases, we should not only pay attention to the superficial symptoms, but also analyze the causes and treat them as a whole. Therefore, Chinese medicine emphasizes individualized treatment, encourages health preservation and prevention, and pays attention to maintaining the overall health of the human body in clinical practice.