The hippocampus is a small, seahorse-shaped structure buried deep within the brain. It is essential for: It’s especially vulnerable to damage from stress, trauma, aging, Alzheimer’s, long COVID, brain injuries, and chronic anxiety. Signs of Hippocampal Dysfunction: How TCM Understands the Hippocampus Although the hippocampus is not mentioned in classical TCM texts, its functions closely align with: TCM views memory…
Thalamus
The thalamus is a small but vital structure located deep in the brain’s center. Its job? Acting like a relay station, it processes and sends signals between the body and the brain. The thalamus is crucial for: When the thalamus is damaged — due to stroke, trauma, infection, or neurodegenerative disease — signals get confused, delayed, or shut down. Symptoms…
Tectum of the Brain
The tectum is a part of the midbrain located in the brainstem. It plays a major role in: Damage to the tectum may not cause paralysis, but it can affect vision, hearing, coordination, and neurodevelopment, especially in children. Symptoms Linked to Tectum Dysfunction: How TCM Understands the Tectum’s Role In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the tectum’s function is related to: TCM…