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1. Characteristics of the Pulse According to the “Pulse Classic”: “When lifted, it is absent; when pressed, it resembles a bowstring.” In “The Correct Eye of Diagnosis”: “The string pulse is like a lute string, light, empty, and smooth, straight and long, and stands firm under the fingers.” As stated in “Seeking Truth in Pulse … Read more
1. Definition of the String Pulse: The string pulse is like a taut string, straight and long, with a firm and upright feel under the fingers. It corresponds to the liver (gan) in the Five Elements. In terms of seasons, it is associated with spring; the appearance of the string pulse in spring is a … 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, and a lack of softness and fluctuation. It can be seen in conditions of dryness and lack of nourishment, as well as in states of contraction and … Read more
The “cun”, “guan”, and “chi” of the left hand correspond to the heart, liver, and kidneys of the body; the “cun”, “guan”, and “chi” of the right hand correspond to the lungs, spleen, and mingmen (life gate). Floating Pulse (Fu Mai)【Body Image Song】Floating on the skin, like wood floating on water; it is abundant when … Read more
Section Nine Key Points of Pulse Diagnosis: Slippery and Floating Page 84, the size of the pulse, slippery, hard, floating, and deep can indicate different conditions. The representations of the five organs can be inferred. The sounds of the five organs can be perceived. The subtle diagnosis of the five colors can be observed. The … Read more
“Observation (望), Listening (闻), Inquiry (问), and Palpation (切)” are traditional diagnostic methods in Chinese medicine, originating from the “Nanjing” (难经). Observation refers to observing the complexion; Listening refers to hearing the sounds; Inquiry refers to asking about symptoms; and Palpation refers to feeling the pulse, collectively known as the Four Examinations. Today, we will … Read more
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Original Text from the Huangdi Neijing Su Wen · Discussion on the Essentials of Pulse Chapter Seventeen (27) For all abnormal pulses, if the pulse is choppy, it indicates an excess of Yang Qi; if the pulse is slippery, it indicates an excess of Yin Qi; an excess of Yang Qi results in heat without … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine Click the blue text above to follow us “In ancient times, doctors would take the pulse and stroke their beard, telling the young lady: you are pregnant.” Nowadays, even when consulting a TCM gynecologist, one still needs to check HCG levels and undergo ultrasound to confirm pregnancy. So, how many days after … Read more
Follow the “Qihuang Yongdao” public account and click on “Read the Original” to learn more. Today, we continue discussing the qualities of the pulse: Wei (Fine), Duan (Short), Shi (Full), Xian (String-like), Jin (Tight), Hua (Slippery), and Chang (Long) and their corresponding disease patterns: 22. Wei Pulse Pulse Quality: Extremely fine and soft, faint upon … Read more
The Clinical Significance of the Slippery Pulse The slippery pulse (hua mai) indicates yang. It can be felt by searching beneath the fingers. The three positions feel like beads moving; when pressed, they sink and do not advance or retreat. This is called slippery and is associated with the four limbs, causing weakness, soreness in … Read more