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Tongue, Pulse, Abdominal Diagnosis
According to Chinese Medicine, the observation of the tongue and palpation of the radial (wrist) pulses and abdomen provide insight to the functioning of the internal organs. Your tongue will be observed for color, shape, demarcations, coating, and moisture. Three fingers will be placed on each wrist to detect your pulse's strength, depth, rate, and overall quality. The abdomen is palpated for temperature, areas of laxity, tightness, hardness, pulsations, emptiness and fullness. What to Wear / Eat / Etc. Please wear relatively loose-fitting clothes. Pants should comfortably roll up to the knees, and shirt sleeves up to the elbows. Exam gowns are provided when necessary. You should not be intoxicated. Please refrain from wearing perfumes, colognes, and fragrances as other patients may be sensitive to the scent. The Needles For those who have never received acupuncture, the idea of putting needles into the body may seem strange. However, most people find the experience very relaxing, and don't mind the needle insertion. Many fall asleep. All needles are sterile and one-time use. |
The Questions
One difference between Chinese Medicine and modern Western medicine is the different questions that are asked during the initial and follow-up intakes. Inquiries into body systems that may seem unrelated to your current symptoms are included because they provide information about your constitutional tendencies and presenting patterns. How Many Treatments Will I Need? The answer is determined by several factors including how long your condition has been present, your overall health and strength, and other stressors present. An average course of treatment is 3-6 sessions over 3-6 weeks, at a frequency of 1-2 treatments per week. For seasonal tune-ups and easier to treat conditions, this course of treatment may be sufficient. For chronic illness and complex conditions, additional courses of treatment may be recommended. Patients should begin to feel obvious positive effects of Chinese Medicine within the initial course of treatment. Herbal Medicine & Preparation Herbal formulas are prepared using high-quality granulated extracts sourced from Legendary Herbs. Their supplier, Tianjiang Pharmaceutical, provides herbs to over 70% of China’s AAA-rated TCM hospitals and is the exclusive authorized supplier for clinics within the Hong Kong Hospital Authority. All products are GMP-certified and undergo rigorous quality control, including testing for safety, pesticides, and heavy metals. Traditionally, different plant parts (roots, tubers, twigs, leaves, bark, seeds) and some shells and minerals were prepared as decoctions—boiled medicinal teas. While effective, this method can be time-consuming. Granulated extracts offer the same therapeutic benefits with greater convenience: the powders are simply mixed into hot water to create an herbal tea. Additional forms, including capsules, liquid extracts, and pills may also be available based on individual needs. Each formula is customized and adjusted over time to support the most effective and positive results. For more information about sourcing, safety, and preparation, please visit Legendary Herbs. |