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The Four Diagnostic Methods in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Observation

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The Four Diagnostic Methods in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Observation

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

Understanding Facial Diagnosis, Tongue Diagnosis, and Hand Diagnosis (Recommended for Collection)

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Understanding Facial Diagnosis, Tongue Diagnosis, and Hand Diagnosis (Recommended for Collection)

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

Comprehensive Observation in Traditional Chinese Medicine

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Comprehensive Observation in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Comprehensive observation primarily involves assessing the patient’s overall appearance, including complexion and demeanor, to form a general understanding of the nature of the illness, such as cold or heat, deficiency or excess, and the severity of the condition. Observation of Shen (Spirit) Shen, in a broad sense, refers to the external manifestation of life activities … Read more

The Art of Observation in Diagnosis

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The Art of Observation in Diagnosis

Facial Diagnosis The face is a holographic reflection of various parts of the body and diseases. Each part of the body is not independent but interconnected and mutually restrictive. From the five internal organs (zang) and six external organs (fu) to the limbs and skin, all are interrelated. If one part experiences a pathological change … Read more

The Application of Observation in Traditional Chinese Medicine (Recommended for Collection)

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The Application of Observation in Traditional Chinese Medicine (Recommended for Collection)

1. Liver (Gallbladder):The liver opens to the eyes; individuals with poor liver and gallbladder health often experience dry, gritty, and dull eyes, with many even “rapidly blinking”. The health of the liver and gallbladder is reflected in the nails; when the liver and gallbladder are healthy, the immune system is strong, and the nails are … Read more

A Correct Understanding of the Four Diagnostic Methods in Traditional Chinese Medicine

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A Correct Understanding of the Four Diagnostic Methods in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Written by Dong’e Double Glue Medicinal Paste Research Institute In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) clinics, it is often observed that as soon as a patient enters and sits down, the first thing they do is extend their arm and say, “Doctor, please take my pulse and see what illness I have.” Is TCM diagnosis solely … Read more

Essential Guide to TCM Observation Diagnosis: Easy to Understand and Quick to Save!

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Essential Guide to TCM Observation Diagnosis: Easy to Understand and Quick to Save!

Eyes1. Symptoms around the eyesSwollen eyelids — Indicates reduced function of internal organs (kidneys, gastrointestinal, heart) leading to fluid retention in the body.Dark circles — Occur when blood contains excessive old waste, causing the area around the eyes to appear dull (kidneys).Wrinkles below the eyes — One of the signs of aging.Sunken eye sockets — … Read more

Daily TCM Terminology | Inspection Diagnosis

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Daily TCM Terminology | Inspection Diagnosis

Source: National Committee for the Approval of Scientific and Technological Terms 望诊 (Wang Zhen) Inspection Diagnosis Definition: A diagnostic method that uses visual observation of the patient’s spirit, color, shape, state, tongue appearance, excretions, and children’s fingerprints to understand the condition of the illness. Discipline: Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) _ Diagnosis _ Diagnostic Methods Related … Read more

Learning Observation Diagnosis in TCM: Master These Basics!

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Learning Observation Diagnosis in TCM: Master These Basics!

Gan (Liver): The liver opens to the eyes. Individuals with poor liver and gallbladder health often experience dry, gritty, and dull eyes, with many even “rapidly blinking”. Its manifestation is seen in the nails; a healthy liver and gallbladder usually result in smooth, shiny, and strong nails. Otherwise, nails may become brittle, prone to breakage, … Read more

Diagnosis Through Observation in Traditional Chinese Medicine

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Diagnosis Through Observation in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Diagnosis Through Observation: Questions and Answers The essence of the five organs and six bowels is reflected in the eyes. If the spleen qi is deficient, yang declines, failing to contain yin, leading to the scattering of spirit light outward, resulting in the spirit water becoming expansive, causing a double vision. The nourishment is in … Read more