Kidney Qi not Firm
In traditional theory, Kidney Qi Not Firm describes weakened consolidating and containing functions of the Kidney system. Its conceptual scope centers on urination, reproductive essence, the lower back and knees, and the downward or bearing functions of the lower body. Study defining presentations and traditional differentiation context in this educational pattern record.
Key reference facts
- Nature
- Empty
- Organ affinity
- Kidneys, Urinary Bladder
- Defining presentations
- Sore lower back; Weak lower back; Abundant urination; Weak stream urination; Enuresis
- Treatment principles
- Strengthen and secure Kidney Qi within the traditional model.; Consolidate the bladder and contain essence.; Support the lower back and knees as related functional regions.; Raise or stabilize the lower body when downward bearing is part of the pattern description.
Related library records
Source reference: Me & Qi - TCM Patterns Database