Nourishing the Primordial Qi and Cultivating the Mind in Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation:A Review of Research on Strengthening the Spleen and Kidneys,Regulating the Mind,and Promoting Functional Recovery
Year: 2026
Type: article
Abstract: This review examines the application value and practical pathways of the concept of "Nourishing the Primordial Qi and Cultivating the Mind" (Peiyuan Yangxin) , proposed by Professor Lao Jinxiong of Foshan Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, within the field of musculoskeletal rehabilitation. Rather than constituting an independent rehabilitation theory, this concept is derived from the holistic view and syndrome differentiation-based treatment principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) . It emphasizes achieving therapeutic outcomes that invigorate Qi and nourish blood while harmonizing both body and mind. This is accomplished through multidimensional interventions such as fortifying the spleen, tonifying the kidneys, supplementing tendons, and strengthening bones. The present article systematically analyzes the theoretical underpinnings, practical methods, and clinical efficacy of this concept. It elucidates its dual value in enhancing both physiological function and psychological well-being in patients with musculoskeletal disorders and highlights its feasibility for integration with contemporary musculoskeletal rehabilitation paradigms. By adopting a multifaceted strategy that combines medical intervention with humanistic care, this approach aims to improve patients' quality of life and rehabilitation outcomes, thereby offering innovative perspectives and methodologies for modern rehabilitation medicine. Future research should focus on elucidating its underlying mechanisms and validating its efficacy through more rigorous studies to foster a deeper integration of Chinese and Western medical practices in rehabilitation.
Authors: Haobin CHEN, Fen HE, Lilei HE
Language: English
Subfield: Complementary and alternative medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W7162216949