This article will explore the connotation of pivot from the perspective of

Huangdi Neijing

and elaborate on the relationship between the Shaoyang pivot

the Shaoyin pivot

and depression. Based on the view that the pivots of Shaoyang and Shaoyin are unfavorable

qi is not disordered

and yang is not expressed

which are the key pathogenesis of depression

this article will elaborate on the clinical diagnosis and treatment principles of depression. In addition

it will introduce the main treatment principles of depression

including regulating the pivot to improve spirit

turning the pivot to inspire yang

and warming yang to resolve depression. Based on the clinical application of

Shanghan Lun

appropriate prescriptions will be selected for modification. The main formula for regulating yang pivot is

Chaihu Guizhi

Decoction

while the main formula for regulating yin pivot is

Mahuang Fuzi Xixin

Decoction. At the same time

attention will be paid to indirectly regulating the pivot based on the development process of the disease

with flexible modification of medication. Finally

it will summarize the treatment ideas of depression

emphasizing on regulating pivot

aiming to alleviate or reduce the further development of the disease and explore new clinical treatment ideas for depression.