The tongue not only allows you to taste the flavors of life but also serves as a mirror of health. Tongue diagnosis, as a unique and sophisticated diagnostic method, has been revered by practitioners for thousands of years. By observing subtle changes in various characteristics of the tongue, doctors can gain insights into the health … Read more
Tongue Diagnosis: Organ Correspondence Chart According to the “Neijing” (Inner Canon), different areas of the tongue can reflect pathological changes in various organs, which has certain clinical reference significance. The tip of the tongue corresponds to the upper jiao (heart and lungs); the middle part corresponds to the middle jiao (spleen and stomach); the root … Read more
Observing Tongue Quality The tongue quality, also known as the tongue body, refers to the muscle and vascular tissue of the tongue. Observing the tongue body mainly involves examining the tongue spirit, tongue color, tongue shape, tongue state, and the sublingual vessels. 1. Tongue Spirit (1) With Spirit (Glorious Tongue) 【Tongue Characteristics】 The tongue color … Read more
Common clinical tongue diagnosis charts, dedicated to those who love Traditional Chinese Medicine. Tongue Diagnosis of Zang-Fu Organ Locations According to the “Neijing” (Inner Canon), different parts of the tongue can reflect pathological changes in different Zang-Fu organs, which has certain reference significance in clinical practice. The tip of the tongue corresponds to the upper … Read more
Here are commonly seen clinical tongue diagnosis charts, presented for those who love Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Tongue Diagnosis Organs Location Chart According to the “Neijing” (Inner Canon), different areas of the tongue can reflect pathological changes in various organs, which has certain reference significance in clinical practice. The tip of the tongue corresponds to … Read more
Tongue Diagnosis Content Tongue Image Tongue Body Tongue Spirit Prosperity and Withering Tongue Color Pale White Tongue, Red Tongue, Dark Red Tongue, Purple Tongue, Green Tongue Tongue Shape Old, Young, Fat, Swollen, Thin, Pointed, Cracked, Smooth, Teeth Marks, Heavy Tongue, Tongue Ulcer, Tongue Carbuncle, Tongue Sore, Tongue Fungus, Sublingual Veins Tongue State Hard, Soft, Trembling, … Read more
1. Normal Tongue Appearance The tongue appearance and quality, along with the tongue coating, exhibit various signs. In brief, a normal tongue is light red with a thin white coating, characterized by a tongue body that is light red, moist, neither too pale nor too deep, vibrant and lustrous, of moderate thickness, soft, and flexible; … Read more
Tongue diagnosis is a crucial aspect of TCM observation, serving as a simple and effective method to assist in diagnosis and differentiation by observing the color and shape changes of the tongue. During tongue diagnosis, observations are made in the following order: tip of the tongue – middle of the tongue – root of the … Read more
Tongue diagnosis, also known as wang she (望舌), is an important method for understanding the physiological functions and pathological changes of the body by observing the changes in the tongue’s appearance. It is used to diagnose and understand diseases. During tongue diagnosis, observation is conducted in the order of tongue tip – tongue middle – … Read more
Tongue Quality: It includes two aspects: Spirit (“vitality”) and color. Spirit It is mainly divided into four types: Rong (vitality and energy are abundant), Ku (dull and lifeless, indicating deficiency of essence and blood), Run (moist), and Zao (dry). 1: Rong The tongue is the external manifestation of muscle. When healthy, it must appear vibrant … Read more