“The method of diagnosing the sublingual collaterals” is a component of tongue diagnosis. Over the years, through careful clinical observation of various diseases, it has been recognized that the method of diagnosing the sublingual collaterals can supplement and expand the application of tongue diagnosis, especially in the differentiation of blood stasis syndromes, providing significant diagnostic … Read more
Observation of Collaterals 1. Observation of Pediatric Index Finger Collaterals The method of observing the index finger collaterals in children first appeared in the Tang Dynasty in Wang Chao’s “Shuijing Tujue”. This method developed from the collateral diagnosis of the fish border in the “Lingshu” and holds significant diagnostic value for children under three years … Read more
In normal individuals, there are two longitudinal major vessels located on either side of the frenulum under the tongue, known as the sublingual vessels (舌下络脉, jié xià luò mài). They are also referred to as “stasis vessels” (瘀络, yū luò). The mucous membrane under the tongue forms a prominent fold that connects to the floor … Read more
In normal individuals, there are two longitudinal vessels located on either side of the frenulum under the tongue, known as the sublingual vessels (shé xià luò mài). The mucous membrane under the tongue forms a prominent fold that connects to the floor of the mouth, called the frenulum (shé xì dài). On either side of … Read more
Jingmai (经脉) are generally not easily visible; their changes in fullness and emptiness can be diagnosed from the cun kou (寸口) pulse position. The visible pulses are all luomai (络脉). All luomai do not pass through large joints but connect in the spaces where jingmai cannot reach, and when combined with the floating luomai of … Read more
Manifestations of Qi Deficiency Overall Qi deficiency refers to the mental state of the individual. Qi deficiency develops gradually, and initially, the most common manifestations are as follows: Shortness of breath and low voice (difficulty inhaling, speaking softly, like a timid person) Reluctance to speak (feeling insufficient energy to talk, tiring easily when speaking, not … Read more
Due to frequent late nights, prolonged sitting, and air conditioning, modern people often experience various minor ailments: Despite resting on time, they still feel weakness in their limbs; After walking for ten minutes, they quickly become breathless; They have cold hands and feet all year round, and even fear the cold; They speak with little … Read more
Individuals with tongue imprints often belong to the group of those with Qi deficiency. Each person’s constitution reacts differently in various seasons, thus, the methods of health preservation also vary. What symptoms are associated with Qi deficiency? ✦1✦ People with Qi deficiency generally experienceshortness of breath and reluctance to speak, feeling too weak to talk, … Read more
When the flow of Qi and blood is obstructed, women are prone to accumulate coldness in their bodies. There is a saying that “nine out of ten women are cold.” Women with cold bodies who do not receive proper care year-round may experience various issues. The uterus inevitably becomes cold, leading to what we call … Read more
Click on the “Yang Dad” above to follow us Written by | Erjie Once, my friend asked me: What are your special skills? I replied: I have a special talent for daydreaming. I even emphasized: The average person cannot daydream as long as I do. I enjoy daydreaming, absolutely daydreaming, not playing on my phone, … Read more