Pulse Diagnosis
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Inheriting the fire of Qi Huang, a public account with substance and warmth. Ai Yu Xiang Tang “Double String Pulse” and “偏弦 Pulse” are mentioned in the Jin Kui Yao Lue · Phlegm and Cough Disease Pulse Diagnosis and Treatment section, stating: “The double string pulse indicates cold” and “The偏弦 pulse indicates fluid retention.” It … Read more
Introduction: Today we introduce the “Xian Pulse”. The Xian pulse has two main characteristics: it is tense and stable, with a significant degree of tension, hence the term “straight as a string”. Generally speaking, it represents a pulse associated with pathogenic factors. Therefore, the “Jing Yue Quan Shu” (Complete Book of Jing Yue) states: “It … Read more
The Xian Mai (Xian Pulse) is the most common and representative pulse type in clinical practice, characterized by its variability. It resembles a taut string, indicating tension, tightness, contraction, and a lack of softness and fluctuation. It can be seen in both cold and heat conditions, as well as in cases of liver and kidney … Read more
Pregnancy is characterized by a special type of pulse known as “slippery pulse” (hua mai). “Slippery pulse refers to a pulse that flows smoothly, appearing round and smooth, like a pearl rolling on a jade plate.” When palpating the pulse, if it is slippery, it feels like a row of bubbles or a small iron … Read more
Whether in the wind or in the rain, I am here waiting for you～ Hua (滑) (Yang within Yin) The Hua pulse is characterized by a smooth and flowing quality, It moves freely and fluidly, resembling pearls responding to touch (from Mai Jing). It flows as if it is about to slip away. The Hua … Read more
Slippery Pulse Authors: Li Shimao, Tian Shuxiao (1) Pulse Characteristics The slippery pulse is characterized by a smooth and flowing sensation, akin to pearls rolling, moving forward and then retreating. The “Pulse Classic” states: “Moving forward and retreating, flowing smoothly and turning, resembling the number of beats.” (2) Similar Pulses Both slippery and rapid pulses … Read more
Today, I would like to take some time to discuss the differentiation methods and clinical applications of the “Essentials of the Golden Cabinet”. This topic, “Differentiation Methods in the Essentials of the Golden Cabinet”, is proposed in conjunction with the research on differentiation and treatment methods by some renowned TCM experts and my personal experiences. … Read more
Reading Traditional Chinese MedicineEvery day11:30Latest updates Authoritative knowledge of TCM Editor’s Introduction In historical dramas, it is common for doctors to say, “Congratulations, madam, you are pregnant” after feeling the pulse. The “slippery pulse” that assists in diagnosing pregnancy is actually a pulse type in TCM. However, the slippery pulse is not exclusive to pregnant … Read more
Hua Mai (滑脉), or “slippery pulse,” is one of the pulse patterns in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) pulse diagnosis. It refers to a pulse that feels smooth and flowing, resembling pearls rolling on a jade plate. When three fingers are placed on the patient’s cun (寸), guan (关), and chi (尺) positions, the pulse beats … Read more
Ming Yi Open Class >>>Lesson 3431<<< Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) literature contains rich discussions on pulse diagnosis. In the Yuan dynasty, Dai Qizong clearly proposed the pulse diagnosis concepts of “fen, he, ou, bi, lei”. Among these, “fen” refers to the understanding of a specific pulse pattern, while “he” refers to the elaboration of combined … Read more