Pulse diagnosis is one of the four examinations in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), referring to the physician using their hands to perform a form of examination on the patient, either by pressing, touching, or tapping, to obtain information for pattern differentiation. Pulse diagnosis includes two parts: pulse examination and palpation. 1、Pulse Examination Pulse examination involves … Read more
Click the above“blue text” to follow us! Through wènzhěn (consultation) we can systematically collect patient history data which is the primary means of gathering medical history and a fundamental skill that clinical practitioners must master. Consultation is also an important opportunity for doctor-patient communication and establishing a good doctor-patient relationship. Next, let’s take a closer … Read more
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), diagnosis primarily involves four methods: observation (望, wàng), listening (闻, wén), inquiry (问, wèn), and palpation (切, qiè), collectively referred to as the “Four Examinations”.The human body is an organic whole, where local lesions can affect the entire system; internal organ disorders can manifest through various aspects of the body, … Read more
How does Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) use auditory diagnosis to treat illness? TCM is a unique method of treating diseases that has developed over a long history, accumulating extensive experience in treating various ailments, which can be said to have very effective results. Now, let’s explore how TCM employs auditory diagnosis to treat illnesses. Sound … Read more
Lesson Eighteen: Auditory Diagnosis Auditory diagnosis, one of the “four examinations” in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), is a method by which the physician diagnoses diseases through listening to sounds and smelling odors. Listening to sounds involves not only hearing the patient’s speech but also listening to their breathing, coughing, belching, and bowel sounds. For example, … Read more
Absolutely comprehensive guide to observation diagnosis, unparalleled!!! Shen Kui (Kidney Deficiency) leads to dark circles under the eyes, Fei Re (Lung Heat) results in red eyes, Gan Sheng (Liver Excess) causes red eyes, Han Chuan (Cold Cough) leads to dark cheeks, Feng Lan (Wind Blue) results in white eyes, Tan Shi (Phlegm Damp) leads to … Read more
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
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
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
Editor: Xiao Yaotong The ancients said, “To know by observation is called spirit.” How can we enhance the accuracy of diagnosis through observation? Today, let us learn from the clinical experience of Dr. Wei Changchun in observation diagnosis. ▍The full text contains3319words, estimated reading time15minutes In TCM diagnosis, the four examinations and eight principles are … Read more