Pulse Diagnosis
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One-dimensional line, two-dimensional plane, three-dimensional body, four-dimensional movement.Four-dimensional movement cannot be illustrated.Cold and heat, assuming a one-dimensional line, have two directions: positive and negative, just like the human body at 37 degrees Celsius as the origin, slightly higher or lower! This is how we view the human body in terms of cold and heat on … Read more
Click the blue text to follow us Original Text Original text from “Shang Han Lun” (Treatise on Cold Damage) Section 201: In Yangming disease, if the pulse is floating and tight, there will be periodic tidal fever; if it is only floating, there will be night sweats. Interpretation Explanation When a person suffers from “Yangming … Read more
Today, we will continue our review of pulse diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). One pulse type a day, No more fear of pulse diagnosis! Pulse Category Common Characteristics Similar Pulses Pulse Name Pulse Manifestation Main Condition Xū Mài (Weak Pulse) Type Should feel weak Deficiency Jǔ Àn (Lifted Pressure) weak, should feel soft Deficiency … Read more
The ancient pulse diagnosis system most favored is the 28 pulses of Li Shizhen’s Binhu Pulse Studies, which serves as the foundation for our TCM diagnostic lectures on pulse diagnosis, complementing the 25 pulse elements of modern pulse diagnosis by Qi Xianghua. I believe the greatest advantage of systematic pulse diagnosis lies in its physical … Read more
Introduction: Pulse diagnosis is a complex and challenging diagnostic method. Today, let us learn from the experiences of Mr. Li Shimao. Although pulse patterns are varied and changeable, as long as one understands the principles of pulse formation and the factors influencing pulse changes, one can comprehend the various pulses without confusion. The principle of … Read more
Many people praise the treatment methods of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), which actually rely on quick and accurate diagnostic techniques. So, how does TCM diagnose diseases? The answer lies in pulse diagnosis, also known as qiè mài (切脉), which involves gently pressing the patient’s arteries to determine their condition based on the pulse quality. The … Read more
Weak Pulse Category 1. From the Outline Weak Pulse – should indicate lack of strength Weak Pulse – when lifted, it is weak; when pressed, it feels empty—indicating deficiency of both Qi and Blood Thin Pulse – pulse is thin like a thread, should indicate obvious signs—indicating deficiency of both Qi and Blood, and dampness … Read more
While you hesitate, others have already started; while you linger, others are already running. Delaying a day in decision means losing a day of learning accumulation. Hope this helps many candidates pass the exam smoothly! 1. Floating Pulse Types Lightly taken, the floating pulse is dominant; floating, surging, moist, scattered, and leather-like are all present. … Read more
The category of Xu Mai includes five pulse patterns: Xu Mai (虚脉), Wei Mai (微脉), Xi Mai (细脉), Dai Mai (代脉), and Duan Mai (短脉), all characterized by weak pulsations. Xu Mai (虚脉) 【Pulse Characteristics】 The pulse at the cun, guan, and chi positions is floating, large, slow, and soft, feeling empty during palpation. The … Read more
Understanding the Complex Pulse: San Mai (Scattered Pulse), Bu Jing Mai (Non-Static Pulse), Shang Sheng Xia Xu Mai (Upper Excess Lower Deficiency Pulse), and Xia Sheng Shang Xu Mai (Lower Excess Upper Deficiency Pulse)Today we will learn about the Complex Pulse: San Mai, Bu Jing Mai, Shang Sheng Xia Xu Mai, and Xia Sheng Shang … Read more