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(1) Characteristics of Fine Pulse The fine pulse is characterized by a pulse body that resembles silk, with a pulse vessel that is thinner than a normal pulse. When palpated, the pulse feels small and delicate, somewhat akin to the second string of a violin. Through years of clinical practice, I believe that fine pulse … Read more
Hello, I am a practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Wen Junran. Welcome to today’s “Classical Clarifications”. We continue our discussion on pulses. What shall we talk about? Let’s discuss the fine pulse. The so-called fine pulse, as the name suggests, is a pulse that is particularly thin, resembling a thread. Do you have a thread … Read more
1. Characteristics of the Pulse According to the “Pulse Classic”: “Fine pulse is smaller than minute, often present, but fine.” In “The Correct Eye of Diagnosis”: “Fine, straight, and soft, winding and coiling, resembling fine silk, more evident in minute.” As stated in “Seeking Truth in Pulse Theory”: “Fine pulses come and go like hair, … Read more
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
Heaviness and Swelling of the Legs Heaviness and swelling of the legs are symptoms of the lower jiao (lower abdomen), corresponding to the pulse diagnosis site of the Chi pulse (尺脉). Clinically, the Chi pulse can be used to determine whether a patient has heaviness and swelling in the legs. Excess moisture tends to descend, … 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