Pulse Diagnosis
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When discussing the significance of the floating pulse (fu mai), we immediately think of its association with exterior syndromes, suggesting that the patient may be suffering from an exterior condition. Furthermore, if the patient exhibits symptoms such as slight cough, nasal congestion, and aversion to cold, one might hastily prescribe an exterior-releasing formula. I believe … Read more
In ancient times, there was a highly esteemed pulse diagnosis method known as the “Holding Pulse Weight Method” (持脉轻重法). This method was first introduced in the “Nanjing” (难经) and is also found in the “Pulse Classic” (脉经). After the Jin Dynasty, renowned physicians such as Sun Simiao from the Tang Dynasty and Zhu Donglong from … Read more
In the previous issue, we discussed how Traditional Chinese Medicine addresses acne caused by makeup. In this issue, we will discuss the floating pulse patterns. Due to the extensive content, we will introduce it in two parts. Learn to easily recognize the floating pulse! In the next issue, we will introduce the remaining four types … Read more
↑ Click on “Read TCM” above to follow us Editor’s Introduction We previously released a series of formula songs that were well received! Next, we will continue to present the pulse diagnosis works—Binhuh Pulse Theory! This is another essential classic for learning Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). To facilitate a more intuitive learning experience, we will … Read more
The elements of pulse diagnosis are typically analyzed and summarized in five aspects: location, number, shape, force, and rhythm. Generally, the main factors constituting various pulse types can be roughly divided into eight aspects: location, frequency, width, length, strength, smoothness, tension, and uniformity. The different degrees of variation in these characteristics manifest as various pulse … Read more
Abstract: Today, we will introduce three common pulse patterns encountered in clinical practice. 01 Floating Pulse Does Not Always Indicate Exterior Condition According to the “Shang Han Lun” (Treatise on Cold Damage), it states: “If the pulse is floating, the disease is in the exterior.” This has been the primary interpretation of floating pulse in … Read more
1. The pulse is characterized by floating, sinking, slow, and rapid, which are the core principles. 2. The essence of pulse theory is as fine as a hair; only a few can grasp the subtleties. Understanding the general idea suffices; the four terms floating, sinking, slow, and rapid correspond to deficiency and excess, cold and … Read more
Clinically, it is essential to recognize the seven basic pulse types. Floating indicates exterior; sinking indicates interior; Slow indicates cold; regardless of external or internal cold, the pulse is slow. Slow is defined as less than 60 beats per minute. Rapid indicates heat (regardless of excess heat, deficiency heat, low fever, or high fever); rapid … Read more
For listeners who enjoy audiobooks, you can click below to listen to the audio. Here, we will use the pulse diagnosis from “Shang Han Za Bing Lun” as a standard to explain the diagnostic application of pulse methods based on disease pulse syndrome treatment. 1. Pulse Diagnosis in “Shang Han Lun” Floating pulse indicates that … Read more
【Traditional Chinese Medicine App】 Online/Offline Reading of Ancient and Modern TCM Books >>> Editor’s Note：How many practitioners of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) today can truly distinguish between the 28 types of pulses and understand their meanings? Each pulse pattern has different meanings depending on the season and location. Listen as Teacher Xu Wenbing explains in … Read more