Chinese medicine tongue research, which often seems to develop. Tongue diagnosis is used in traditional chinese medicine tcm to evaluate a patients health. A flaccid tongue that is deep red, reveals severe yin deficiency. The tcm doctors in the front line treating the coronavirus patients found that the patients have specific pulse and tongue. Mar, 2002 if the tongue coat is missing, this is a sign of stomach yin and probably stomach qi deficiency.
A pale tongue body indicates deficient xue, qi, or yang or excess cold. Brief overview of chinese tongue and pulse diagnosis. The tongue has a special relationship with the heart, in that. Jun 14, 2016 in 1960, standardization of the newly found system of tcm meant that tongue diagnosis was ripped away from its herbal medicine origins and was attached to a standard core of tcm diagnosis. As in the first volume, the case histories and related photographs are organized around the various disharmonies of the organs. When an oriental medicine practitioner looks at the tongue they are looking at its length, overall size e. The books 2,200 questions cover point location and function, needling techniques, moxibustion, ear and head acupunture, case. In fall o r autumn, the tongue may be thinner with a coating that is more dry. In tongue diagnosis, observation of the surface of the tongue is mainly focused on the shape, fur, and body of the tongue. It forms the foundation of all, physicians assess a persons syndromes or disease, and state of health by collecting and analyzing clinical information on the basis of different diagnostic methods. A geographic tongue is a special kind of patchy tongue in.
Possible red edges, with red tip and strawberry spots. It includes observing the tongue and any coating it may have. I have done a lot of research into books on tcm, and i have found these 3 are the best to use in conjunction. Tongue diagnosis is a very traditional and effective method which has been used to diagnose diseases for over two thousand years. This booknewly revised in 1995systematically describes each of the primary characteristics of the tongue body color, shape and coating and their significance in the clinic.
Tongue and pulse diagnosis is one of the most unique aspects of a tcm diagnosis. The tongue is a map of the body in chinese medicine. Prone to stress and tension, pmt, dysmenorrhoea, insomnia, irritability. Knowledge of tongue diagnosis is one of the unique treasures of traditional chinese medicine tcm. Tongue coating our final example in the basic introduction to tongue diagnosis workshop looks at tongue coating. Popular tcm books showing 150 of 440 the web that has no weaver. In this article i am going to share with you knowledge about tongue diagnosis. This book by giovanni maciocia describes the principles of tongue diagnosis in great detail and is a thorough, clinicallyoriented exposition of tongue. Diagnosis methods in tcm the human body is an organic entity, so local pathological changes may affect the whole body. The tongue has many relationships and connections in the body, both to the meridians and the internal organs. Observation of the tongue, also known as tongue diagnosis, is an important procedure in tcm examination. The appearance and qualities of the tongue is a critical part of diagnosis in chinese medicine tcm. Diagnosis in traditional chinese medicine tcm is the process of examining the body to diagnose disease and differentiate patterns under the guidance of the fundamental theories of tcm.
The tongue body refers to the muscular tissue of the tongue. This major, new book is a complete, easily accessed and highly illustrated guide to diagnosis in chinese medicine. In 1960, standardization of the newly found system of tcm meant that tongue diagnosis was ripped away from its herbal medicine origins and was attached to a standard core of tcm diagnosis. The fur is peeled in patches, with prominent margins, clear borders and wandering locations. A recent study of 159 patients by new york university researchers reveals that hiv patients demonstrate common tongue diagnosis signs. Introduction to tongue nutrient diagnosis in functional medicine. Essentially, the issue is one of toxicity and poor digestion creating the tonsil issues. There are hundreds of variations and it takes quite a while to become quick at diagnosis. The aim of this study was to understand tongue diagnosis, an aspect of tcm practice that involves evaluation and interpretation of physical characteristics of the tongue to derive a tcm diagnosis. Moreover, the pathological changes of the internal organs may reflect on the body surface. If a tongue does not stick straight out and wants to turn to one side when trying to stick out the tongue, it may be an indication of internalwind explained here.
Tcm has been using pulse diagnosis and tongue diagnosis for thousands of years. We use cookies to personalize content and ads, to provide social media features and to analyze our traffic. What we need to see on your tongue cannot be cleaned off when you brush your teeth. Brief overview of chinese tongue and pulse diagnosis tongue diagnosis. Seasons of the year in summer, there may be more dampness present in the tongue coating, leaving it slightly thicker and light yellow. Healing geographic tongue and tonsil stones chinese. Acupuncture tcm study guide series by shi cun wu this provides resource material and multiplechoice questions designed to help tcm practitioners and students prepare themselves to take acupunture board tests, not necessarily the nccaom. In 1942 it was understood that what was happening in the gut was often reflected in the tongue. There is no such thing as a bad tongue do not be embarrassed about how your tongue looks, you cannot really clean it, it is not dirty. When we ask you to stick your tongue out, we are observing the appearance of the tongue in three distinct areas. Advances in automated tongue diagnosis techniques sciencedirect. And as strange as it sounds, it really makes sense pulse diagnosis the pulse is taken on the wrist. Nutrient associations may include b12, folate, iron and possibly b6, niacin, vitamin a. In addition to offering a comprehensive understanding of the art of tongue diagnosis, this book includes ancient and modern healing practices based on healing tastes, herbal therapies and dietary protocols.
Aug 12, 20 tongue diagnosis is an important method in tcm to detect constitution like qi deficiency, yin deficiency, blood stasis, dampness, etc. Reading through the above you may think eureka, this is a doddle. See more ideas about chinese medicine, traditional chinese medicine and acupuncture. The swelling of the tongue body indicates phlegm while the partial swelling on the left side often indicates a weakness of the channels on that side. The tongue body is a fleshy mass and has color, texture, and shape independent from the apparent qualities ofthe tongue coating.
Fissuring often presents with geographic tongue in those with psoriasis. Books and dvds on chinese tongue diagnosis for practitioners. This second volume of atlas of chinese tongue diagnosis works seamlessly with the first to facilitate the connection between the theory of tongue diagnosis and the reality of practice in the clinic. A red tongue indicates that there is heat present in the body, and the redder the tongue, the greater amount of heat present. The tongue is the beginning of the digestive tract, which lumbers on for another 30 feet or so. The tongue is the only muscle that you can see and reflects what the muscles look like inside. In ayurveda, one of the primary investigative tools of practitioners for determining the state of ones health is tongue diagnosis or evaluation of the tongue. We may evaluate the size of the tongue compared to the opening of the mouth or observe any teeth marks on the sides. Tongue diagnosis involves the inspection of the color, shape, size, texture and coating of the tongue. Feb 01, 2014 this tcm tongue assessment form was developed through consultation with several tcm academics and clinicians.
Tongue diagnosis is used all the time by acupuncturists and practitioners trained in chinese medicine it is an important way to diagnose a patients health and sometimes can be crucial in deciding what to do first. Tongue diagnosis of traditional chinese medicine for. The form was divided into two sections to record the observation data systematically. The entire tongue can lack a coat, or, the coat may be missing in patches. Rough tongue is marked by rough or curved texture, dry surface and dull color.
The tongue is the only muscle in the body we can see that isnt covered with skin. Find your specialised books and dvds on traditional chinese medicine here at naturmed. The tongue body shows the condition of zang fu organs, especially zang, the yin organs. The geographical area draining into a water source, for example, river or reservoir is called the catchment basin. This book is an introduction to diagnosis and treatment through looking at the tongue. One case report noted improvement of tongue with use of biologic therapy for psoriasis. Tongue diagnosis is one of the main diagnostic tools in traditional chinese medicine. Practical diagnosis in traditional chinese medicine, 1e. Giovanni maciocia discusses tongue diagnosis, including the importance of colour, shape and coating in chinese medicine, complete with.
It is therefore very useful and important during inspection for confirming tcm diagnosis. Modern tongue diagnostics combines traditional chinese medical tongue. Pdf a historical evaluation of chinese tongue diagnosis in the. Inspecting to see whether the tongue is rough or tender is helpful for. If the tongue coat is missing, this is a sign of stomach yin and probably stomach qi deficiency. If you have lesions on the tongue that dont resolve within 10 days, see your doctor or dentist. With over 3000 years of experience, traditional chinese medicine tcm has remain one of the many fascinating areas in ancient chinese culture. Traditional chinese medicine diagnosis study guide. Choose from 500 different sets of diagnosis tcm tongue flashcards on quizlet. Basically, it is an indepth look at how the body functions without bias.
When we look at your tongue, we are looking for the shape, color and coating. Part i was used to record written information relating to inspection tongue and pulse and diagnosis. The information from the tongue is combined with information from your pulse and the questions we ask you. Here, however, the tongue signs are evaluated in the. This was seen in bvitamin deficiencies, glossitis and ileitis. Geographic tongue affects all ages and both genders, with no particular age group more affected than others. A purple tongue indicates that qi andor xue are not moving harmoniously and are stagnant. Feb 25, 2020 geographic tongue is a minor although sometimes uncomfortable condition. This word is even used to describe traditional chinese medicine and the indian ayerveda, two.
The potential of tongue diagnosis is that it gives a noninvasive way to measure the tissue integrity of the body. Dec 17, 2003 this major, new book is a complete, easily accessed and highly illustrated guide to diagnosis in chinese medicine. The tongue coating fur refers to a layer of moss over the tongue surface, which is produced by the stomach qi. It mainly represents the stomachs health and more generally how the health of the yang organs. Understanding diagnostic reasoning in tcm practice. Introduction to tongue nutrient diagnosis in functional. The coating of the tongue is equally important for tongue diagnosis. Remember a normal coating should be evenly spread and you should be qi stagnation signs. The educational foundation of the book prepares us to. Learn diagnosis tcm tongue with free interactive flashcards. A flaccid tongue that is pale often reveals extreme qi or xue deficiency. It can present strong visual indicators of a persons overall harmony or disharmony. Tongue diagnosis in tcm tongue diagnosis is one of the main diagnostic tools in traditional chinese medicine.
This study explored 2 components of tongue diagnosis. Tongue diagnosis books are the base for a good tcm diagnosis. The photos provide a graphic representation of a wide variety of common disorders. The color, shape, and coating of your tongue can tell your acupuncturist more about what is causing your health problems. Various parts of the tongue correspond to different bodily organs, such as kidneys, spleen and lungs, and a tcm doctor can determine their state of health and any pathological changes by observing the condition of the body muscular. The knowledge contained in this book is invaluable for supporting oneself and others on the journey to wholeness. Emphasis is placed on real world issues and symptoms, and the text focuses on clear interpretations of signs and symptoms the practice beyond the theory.
Tongue diagnosis is an important method in tcm to detect constitution like qi deficiency, yin deficiency, blood stasis, dampness, etc. First known to be documented in the yellow emperors canon of medicine, tcm is believed to have been practised in as early as 475 to 221 b. A geographic tongue is a special kind of patchy tongue in with the contour of the patches is very welldefined. Whole books are dedicated to tongue diagnosis in chinese medicine and it is an important diagnostic tool.
The four examinations, part 2 tongue diagnosis in chinese. Kay answers all your chinese medicine and qi gong questions below. Tongue color varies widely from person to person, but is a good indicator of the overall nature of what is going on in the body. Geographic tongue an overview sciencedirect topics.
However, lesions on the tongue may indicate other moreserious conditions of the tongue or diseases affecting the body in general. Diy ayurvedic tongue diagnosis john douillards lifespa. This new 2nd edition of atlas of chinese tongue diagnosis contains over two hundred color photographs of tongues seen in a western clinic. The treatment of diseases with acupuncture and chinese herbs, 2e.
Tongue diagnosis in chinese medicine by giovanni maciocia. It indicates deficiency of both qi and yin, or allergic constitution. Examination of the tongue, like the pulse, is one of the principal diagnostic methods in traditional chinese medicine. It also informs the practitioner about the underlying strength or weakness of the patient s constitution. Tongue has thin white fur with a red tip or red margins. In fall o r autumn, the tongue may be thinner with a coating that. Shape of tongue in tcm diagnosis rough tongue and tender tongue. Tcm diagnostics is a study of the theories, methods and techniques of diagnosis used in traditional chinese medicine tcm. It is especially important in confirming the tcm diagnosis. A red, irritated tongue was thought to mirror a red, irritated gut.
A tongue that is pale indicates a deficiency of qi and blood or the presence of cold. China books insanely well developed site that talks to you. A decent amount of books on tcm but a great source for other topics revolving around china martial arts, history, etc. The principle of biao and ben is used in traditional chinese medicine to treat the symptoms at the acute stage and to treat the root. If the tongue sits off center in the mouth, early or fullblown wind stroke may be present. Pdf chinese tongue diagnosis was initially developed to quickly and efficiently diagnose and prescribe. In fact, im surprised when acupuncturists dont use it. Various parts of the tongue correspond to different bodily organs, such as kidneys, spleen and lungs, and a tcm doctor can determine their state of health and any pathological changes by observing the condition of the body muscular tissue, known as tongue proper, and the coating of the tongue. Mar 04, 2014 tongue and pulse diagnosis is one of the most unique aspects of a tcm diagnosis. This tcm tongue assessment form was developed through consultation with several tcm academics and clinicians.
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