Four TCM Diagnostic Methods

1. Observation

Our TCM experts carefully observe the patient by checking the overall physical

appearance, including physique, body movements, facial complexion and

expressions, as well as the colour and consistency of the tongue (including teeth

marks), which is a principal diagnostics part in TCM.

2. Hearing and smelling

According to TCM, the smell and sound of a human body are important

indicators of a patient’s wellbeing and are linked to organic functions. With this

in mind, our TCM specialists examine the smell of a patient’s breath and general

body odour, as well as the sound of her/his voice and breathing.

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3. Interrogation

Following TCM’s holistic medical approach, this method emphasises on the

interrogation of the patient, taking her/his medical history, daily lifestyle, social

and professional environment, as well as special characteristics, habits and

preferences into account.

4. Pulse taking

Pulse taking is another principal diagnostics part in TCM. The pulse is measuredby feeling the radial artery in different places on each arm. The examinationfocuses on the rhythm, strength and volume, as well as on other pulse qualities,indicating certain health components and disease patterns.