Introduction: “To know by observation is called spirit (shen),” how can we improve the accuracy of observation diagnosis? Today, let us learn from Mr. Wei Changchun’s insights on observation diagnosis! In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) diagnosis, the four examinations and eight principles are fundamental, with observation being the most important. A detailed observation can provide … Read more
Observation Diagnosis Observation Diagnosis is a method of diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) that primarily infers internal changes in the body through the observation of certain external characteristics and excretions to diagnose conditions and determine appropriate treatments. It includes the following aspects: (1) Observation of External Characteristics The term “external characteristics of the … Read more
The tongue is a window to health, as its appearance can reflect a person’s health status. It is often said that “the tongue is a mirror of the body’s health.” Through this window, ordinary people can monitor their physical condition in a timely manner, allowing for prompt medical attention! In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), there … Read more
Introduction: In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), observation, listening, questioning, and pulse-taking are essential. Observing the patient’s body shape, color, posture, etc., provides the physician with firsthand information. Observation is crucial! First, here are two verses: Kidney deficiency leads to dark circles, Lung heat shows red tips, Liver excess results in red eyes, Cold cough shows … Read more
Editor’s Introduction The “Nanjing” states: “To know by observation is called spirit.” This emphasizes the importance of facial diagnosis in the process of diagnosing and treating diseases in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). The “Danxi Heart Method” states: “What is within must manifest externally.” Through facial diagnosis, TCM practitioners can understand the internal state of the … Read more
TCM Diagnosis – Observation Diagnosis Local observation diagnosis is based on the overall observation diagnosis, where specific local characteristics of the patient are observed in detail according to the condition and diagnostic needs, to assess the corresponding organ pathology. Today we will learn how to assess and diagnose conditions through the observation of excretions. Observing … Read more
II. The Four Diagnostic Methods The Four Diagnostic Methods refer to the basic techniques of observing, listening, questioning, and palpation used to diagnose diseases. The human body is an organic whole, and the physiological or pathological state of the entire body and internal organs will inevitably reflect on the five senses, limbs, and surface of … Read more
TCM Diagnosis • Observation Diagnosis Whole Body Observation Diagnosis 【Meaning】 Also known as holistic observation diagnosis, it is a method where the physician first observes the patient’s spirit, complexion, body shape, posture, and other overall manifestations to understand the overall condition of the disease. 【Significance】 Through observation, one can gain a general impression of the … Read more
The four diagnostic methods are the primary means of collecting clinical data, which requires objectivity, accuracy, systematic approach, comprehensiveness, and emphasis on key points. This necessitates the use of “four diagnostics in combination,” “four diagnostics given equal weight,” and “four diagnostics referenced together.” The Four Diagnostics Observation refers to observing the complexion Listening refers to … Read more
Wang Zhen (Observation Diagnosis) is a part of the essence of TCM theory developed over thousands of years, and is one of the four diagnostic methods in TCM: “Wang, Wen, Wen, Qie”. A healthy person’s face should be clean, with a rosy and shiny complexion. Newborns typically have clean faces; however, as they grow older … Read more