Pulse Diagnosis
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As the New Year approaches, families gather and indulge in feasting. According to research, the twenty-six commonly used pulse patterns carefully selected by ancient physicians represent a rigorous and scientific combination. They not only reflect various aspects of the changes in the cun (寸) pulse but also provide multiple methods for distinguishing and analyzing complex … Read more
Fu (Floating), Chen (Deep), Chi (Slow), and Shu (Rapid) are the four primary pulse types in TCM. Mastering these four pulse qualities allows practitioners to understand many basic health conditions, as they encompass the concepts of exterior and interior, cold and heat, and the four of the eight principles. The Fu and Shu pulses are … Read more
It is often said that pulse diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is mysterious; however, once you understand the principles behind TCM pulse diagnosis and the information it aims to gather, this confusion will dissipate. The practice of pulse diagnosis has been passed down since ancient times, demonstrating its robust vitality and scientific basis. TCM … Read more
1. Differentiating and analyzing pulse patterns that reflect pulse position can be categorized into four types: first is the fu mai (floating pulse), second is the bu fu bu chen mai (neither floating nor sinking pulse), third is the chen mai (sinking pulse), and fourth is the fu mai (hidden pulse). The method of differentiation … Read more
Steps of Pulse Diagnosis: First distinguish floating from sinking, second differentiate deficiency from excess; Third assess length and shortness, fourth calculate rapidity and slowness; Fifth observe pulse shape, know them all. 1. First distinguish floating from sinking What is “first distinguish floating from sinking”? The explanation is as follows: ① First, differentiate whether the pulse … Read more
Shang Yi Yuan Health ManagementNo Injury, Preserve Health The human body has approximately 28 types of pulses, each reflecting the body’s functions and corresponding to specific disease ranges. Shang Yi Yuan Health Management shares 15 common pulse types and their corresponding diseases based on TCM syndrome differentiation. 1.Shi Mai (Full Pulse): All three pulse positions … Read more
I have been engaged in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for over fifty years, studying numerous ancient texts on pulse diagnosis. Through long-term clinical practice, I have realized the necessity of combining pulse diagnosis with the three other diagnostic methods: observation, listening, and inquiry. It is also essential to fully understand the regularities and variations of … Read more
Floating Pulse (Fu Mai): When lightly pressed, the pulse feels strong; with slightly heavier pressure, it appears weak. It should be differentiated from: Empty Pulse (Kao Mai) – floating and large, with a feeling of emptiness upon deeper pressure. Surging Pulse (Hong Mai) – floating and forceful. Weak Pulse (Xu Mai) – slow and slightly … Read more
TCM Case Studies / Medical Discussions / Reference Articles for Learning Clinical TCMIntroduction: Mastering the four basic pulse types: floating, sinking, slow, and rapid is essential for making connections when diagnosing through pulse examination. Distinguishing diseases based on the four basic pulse types and their relation to exterior/interior and cold/heat During pulse diagnosis, the practitioner … Read more
Qi · Huang · Learning · SocietyMaking Traditional Chinese Medicine More Beautiful | More Interesting | More Relevant to Life Pulse diagnosis is a method where the doctor uses their fingers to press on the patient’s arteries, observing the pulse’s characteristics to understand the patient’s condition and differentiate between syndromes. Diagnosing the Cun (寸) pulse … Read more