The Four Treasures of TCM Diagnosis: Observation, Listening, Inquiry, and Palpation

The Four Treasures of TCM Diagnosis: Observation, Listening, Inquiry, and Palpation

绿疗讲堂 望、闻、问、切 In the world of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), diagnosing diseases is not merely a matter of simple instrument testing and data analysis; it integrates profound medical wisdom and experience. TCM diagnosis emphasizes the “Four Examinations”: Observation (Wang), Listening (Wen), Inquiry (Wen), and Palpation (Qie). These four steps complement each other, providing doctors with … Read more

Understanding the Four Diagnostic Methods in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Observation, Listening, Inquiry, and Palpation

Understanding the Four Diagnostic Methods in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Observation, Listening, Inquiry, and Palpation

Official Account: Dalian Friendship HospitalVirtue, Benevolence, Sincerity, AspirationFriendship Science Popularization In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) outpatient clinics, it is common to see patients immediately extending their arms upon entering, saying, “Doctor, please take my pulse and see what illness I have.” Is TCM diagnosis solely reliant on pulse-taking? The answer is no; this is a … Read more

Definitions and Content of Observation, Listening, Inquiry, and Palpation in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Definitions and Content of Observation, Listening, Inquiry, and Palpation in Traditional Chinese Medicine

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

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

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