In the complex system of pulse diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the Xian Mai (Xian Pulse) is notable for its unique characteristics and broad range of associated diseases. The “Body Image Song” (体象歌), “Main Disease Song” (主病歌), and “Combined Pulse Song” (兼脉歌) provide different perspectives on the Xian Pulse, offering key insights into the … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine Case Studies / Medical Discussions / Reference Articles for Clinical TCM Studies Introduction: Zhang Zhongjing’s pulse methods are not merely theoretical overviews but are closely integrated with clinical practice. Today, we present an analysis by Mr. Gu Juezhong from Ningxia Medical University regarding Zhang Zhongjing’s “Xian Pulse”. Mr. Gu’s reasoning is clear … Read more
Introduction: Zhang Zhongjing’s pulse diagnosis is not merely a theoretical overview, but is closely integrated with clinical practice. Zhang Zhongjing’s pulse diagnosis, as he stated in his preface, is theoretically based on the “Nine Volumes of Suwen”; however, it differs from the pure theoretical summary of the “Suwen” by incorporating his clinical practice experience, organically … Read more
Xian pulse is a common pulse pattern in clinical practice, often associated with external pathogens indicating a Shaoyang syndrome. In cases of internal injury and miscellaneous diseases, it frequently indicates liver qi stagnation, internal wind, liver fire, damp-heat in the liver and gallbladder, phlegm syndrome, and fluid retention. In summary, it is predominantly associated with … Read more
Xian Pulse Introduction: The Xian pulse (弦脉) is one of the most common pulse types associated with liver, gallbladder, spleen, and stomach diseases. The Xian pulse primarily indicates liver disorders, often related to liver and gallbladder diseases, pain syndromes, fluid retention, and conditions mixed with cold and heat pathogens. Regarding the main diseases associated with … Read more
Hello everyone, I am Bao Yanju. Today I will share with you the Eight Major Pulse Types, focusing on the String Pulse. The String Pulse is characterized by being straight and long, resembling a plucked string. Its pulse shape is straight and elongated, with a relatively strong pulse force and a firm pulse channel. When … Read more
Introduction: Zhang Zhongjing’s pulse diagnosis is not merely a theoretical overview, but is closely integrated with clinical practice. Today, we present an analysis of Zhang Zhongjing’s Xian pulse by Mr. Gu Juezhong from Ningxia Medical University. Mr. Gu’s reasoning is clear and his arguments are sound, providing us with a correct method for interpreting Zhang … Read more
The Comprehensive Pulse Diagnosis Method of Sanjiu emphasizes the standardization of pulse sensations. Each pulse type has a unique tactile representation, and its characteristics are relatively singular, allowing for physical imagery to express them rather than remaining in idealized, intangible metaphors. The Xian pulse, described as “like pressing a guitar string,” is widely recognized. However, … Read more
Abnormal Pulse Types: String PulseToday we will learn about the abnormal pulse types—the String Pulse.1. Characteristics of the String Pulse:When the pulse beats, it feels like pressing a taut string, where the pulse’s rise should be firm and straight, resembling a string. It moves directly up and down, tightly stretched.Clinically, the tightness of the String … Read more
Differentiation of Pulse Patterns in Warm Diseases: String Pulse and Slippery Pulse String Pulse (Xian Mai) is characterized by a straight and long pulse, resembling a taut bowstring, often indicating a condition of stagnation. Characteristics: The pulse is firm and straight, with a bouncing sensation on both sides, similar to the strings of a musical … Read more