Examination of the
tongue, like the pulse, is one of the principal diagnostic methods in traditional Chinese medicine. This book-newly revised in 1995-systematically describes each of the primary characteristics of the tongue (body color, shape and coating) and their significance in the clinic. It traces the historical development of
tongue diagnosis and its relationship to externally- contracted disorders and the eight principals. Featured in this revised edition are 59 color plates and accompanying case histories from the author's own practice. Other aspects of tongue diagnosis newly described in this edition include the integration of tongue and
pulse diagnosis; the use of the tongue in
This is one of the most useful, attractive, and interesting books on TCM that I have in my library. The writing is good and well organized, the illustrations are excellent and the photographs are
A really useful book, with very good plates of tongues. Recommended for all TCM practitioners.