Pulse Diagnosis
Tongue Diagnosis
Face & Body Signs
（1）Floating Pulse Types The floating pulse types include six pulses: Fu (Floating), Hong (Surging), Ru (Soft), San (Scattered), Kao (Hollow), and Ge (Leather). These pulses are characterized by their superficial position, easily felt upon light pressure. Fu Pulse (Floating Pulse) 【Pulse Pattern】: Easily felt with light pressure, slightly reduced with heavy pressure but not empty, … Read more
(1) Deep Pulse 1. Characteristics of the Pulse Light pressure does not respond, heavy pressure causes a response, insufficient when lifted, excessive when pressed (Interpretation: the pulse is relatively deep) 2. Clinical Significance Commonly seen in interior syndromes; strong indicates interior excess, weak indicates interior deficiency; normal pulse can also be observed. Tips: Pathogenic factors … Read more
Floating Pulse (fú mài) characteristics: easily felt with light pressure, slightly diminished with heavy pressure but not absent, more pronounced when lifted, and less pronounced when pressed. The floating pulse can be understood as a pulse located superficially, described as “floating like wood on water” or “a gentle breeze lifting the feathers on a bird’s … Read more
1. Pulse Secrets Floating Pulse: Lightly felt, heavy pressing yields nothing; it floats like wood on water. A strong floating pulse indicates wind-heat, while a weak floating pulse suggests blood deficiency. Deep Pulse: Requires heavy pressure to be felt; like a stone sinking in water. A strong deep pulse indicates cold pain, while a weak … Read more
Traditional Chinese Pulse Diagnosis is developed under the guidance of various theories such as Yin-Yang theory, Zang-Fu theory, Qi and Blood theory, and Meridian theory, containing rich cultural connotations and professional knowledge. Floating Pulse Li Shizhen’s “Binhuhuaixue” on Floating Pulse 【Body Condition Poem】The floating pulse only travels above the flesh, like following the elm pods, … Read more
1. Fu Mai (Floating Pulse). The fu mai is distinctly palpable, and when pressed harder, it slightly diminishes but does not disappear. A strong and large fu mai indicates exterior conditions. Characteristics: When the fingertips are lightly placed on the patient’s cun, guan, chi (寸关尺) positions, the pulse can be felt. If pressed down harder, … Read more
Editor’s Note The study of pulse diagnosis is a crucial component of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and has always been highly regarded, with the saying “to know by feeling is called skill.” However, learning to differentiate pulses is not a simple task. From the position and length of the pulse to its tension and smoothness, … Read more
Tongue Diagnosis Content Tongue Image Tongue Body Tongue Spirit Prosperity and Withering Tongue Color Pale White Tongue, Red Tongue, Dark Red Tongue, Purple Tongue, Green Tongue Tongue Shape Old, Young, Fat, Swollen, Thin, Pointed, Cracked, Smooth, Teeth Marks, Heavy Tongue, Tongue Ulcer, Tongue Carbuncle, Tongue Sore, Tongue Fungus, Sublingual Veins Tongue State Hard, Soft, Trembling, … Read more
The tongue, as one of the most flexible and multifunctional organs in the human body, not only allows us to produce varied tones but also helps us taste the sour, sweet, bitter, and spicy flavors of food. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), tongue diagnosis is a common diagnostic method within the “observational diagnosis” category. “The … Read more
The tongue serves as a portable living health report. By learning tongue diagnosis, one can self-examine and detect serious health issues at the first sign, without needing to seek help for minor ailments. The tongue corresponds to the five internal organs. In fact, each of the five organs has a corresponding area on the tongue. … Read more