Meridian Palpation and Meridian Timing

Meridian Palpation and Meridian Timing

Chen Zifu, a native of Tangshan, Hebei, was born in October 1935. He entered Beijing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in 1956. After graduating in 1962, he was assigned to work at the Tonghua Mining Bureau in Gulin Province. In 1979, he transferred to the Tangshan Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital, and in 1982, he returned … Read more

Learn TCM with Me | How to Diagnose and Treat Gynecological Diseases through Pulse Diagnosis?

Learn TCM with Me | How to Diagnose and Treat Gynecological Diseases through Pulse Diagnosis?

This public account is hosted by the Yunnan Provincial Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine. If you have not followed yet, please click the blue “Yunnan TCM” above to follow. ▶This article is the content of the “Learn TCM with Me” column, issue 597. Thank you for your support and sharing! Learn a little every day, … Read more

Understanding Disease Locations through Meridian and Acupuncture Point Palpation

Understanding Disease Locations through Meridian and Acupuncture Point Palpation

Introduction: Today we will learn about the significance of meridians and acupuncture point palpation. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) diagnosis relies on observation, listening, inquiry, and palpation, while Western medicine primarily depends on instrumental examinations. In the early stages of many functional disorders, Western medicine may not detect any diagnostically significant positive results, thus failing to … Read more

Mastering Pulse Diagnosis and Pressure Techniques in TCM: Essential Skills for Practitioners

Mastering Pulse Diagnosis and Pressure Techniques in TCM: Essential Skills for Practitioners

▲ Village doctor Zhang Zhonglin from Chaoan, you are a caring ambassador, a nemesis to itchy skin and stomach diseases… ▲【Media Report】Village doctor Zhang Zhonglin from Chaoan practices with integrity and has a good reputation for treating itchy skin and stomach diseases. Author: Jiang Ling, Southern Rural News. Source: Southern Rural News, Date: October 24, … Read more

Professor Gao Shuzhong: Innovative Pulse Diagnosis Method to Examine the Regulation of Qi Dynamics!

Professor Gao Shuzhong: Innovative Pulse Diagnosis Method to Examine the Regulation of Qi Dynamics!

Dr. Xiao Bailang:Reference Articles on TCM Cases/Discussions/Clinical Studies Introduction Professor Gao Shuzhong specializes in using the theories from the “Huangdi Neijing” and “Nanjing” as a foundation, often employing classical and traditional diagnostic methods to differentiate and treat diseases. This article presents Professor Gao’s unique experience in pulse diagnosis: “The diaphragm and navel determine the regulation … Read more

The Art of Pulse Diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine

The Art of Pulse Diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Pulse diagnosis includes pulse taking and palpation. The ancient method of pulse taking was comprehensive, but since the “Nanjing” (Classic of Difficult Issues), it has focused on the cun (寸) position. All pulses converge at the lungs, hence the cun position is more reflective of the overall condition of the body. Clinical verification shows that … Read more

Understanding the Four Diagnostic Methods in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Palpation Diagnosis

Understanding the Four Diagnostic Methods in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Palpation Diagnosis

Palpation diagnosis is an important component of the four diagnostic methods in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), playing a crucial role in the process of syndrome differentiation. The application of palpation is broad, involving techniques such as touch, pressure, and tapping on various body parts including the head, neck, chest, abdomen, hands, feet, skin, and acupoints.1. … Read more

Selected Case Studies from Consultations (Issue 2)

Selected Case Studies from Consultations (Issue 2)

Selected Case Studies from Consultations In the past few days, many overseas builders have inquired about their health conditions through the graphic consultation on the Kangqiao Internet app. The platform’s experts have provided corresponding answers to the issues raised, ensuring the physical and mental health of many overseas builders. The following are selected contents from … Read more

How to Conduct Efficient Medical Consultations

How to Conduct Efficient Medical Consultations

Author: Keenman After a family member is diagnosed with a tumor, one of the most important tasks for us as relatives is to navigate through different hospitals and oncology departments to inquire about treatment options. This is crucial whether we are determining the first-line treatment plan at the onset of the illness or seeking subsequent … Read more

Key Points in the Diagnosis and Symptomatic Treatment of Chronic Pelvic Inflammatory Disease

Key Points in the Diagnosis and Symptomatic Treatment of Chronic Pelvic Inflammatory Disease

1. Common Causes Chronic pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) can develop from acute PID that has not been completely cured, leading to persistent and recurrent symptoms. It may also result from long-term unclean sexual practices, improper contraception, inadequate care of the vulva, infections following childbirth or abortion, and Chlamydia trachomatis infections. 2. Key Points in Inquiry … Read more