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What is the Deep Pulse? Health Preservation Introduction Hello everyone, I am Director Ma, and today I will introduce you to the deep pulse in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Deep Pulse The deep pulse refers to one of the pulse types. The pulse is located deep, not felt with light pressure, and only detectable with … Read more
1. Characteristics of the Pulse According to the “Pulse Classic”: “When lifted, it is insufficient; when pressed, it is excessive.” In “Seeking the Truth of Pulse Theory”: “A deep pulse does not respond to light touch, but is felt with firm pressure.” As stated in “The Three Essentials of Diagnosis”: “A deep pulse does not … Read more
We have previously discussed the corresponding 浮脉 (fu mai) (floating pulse). The main causes of floating pulse include the presence of pathogenic factors on the surface, deficiency of the middle qi leading to floating pulse, and excess yang leading to floating pulse. This article will discuss 沉脉 (chen mai) (deep pulse). In simple terms, deep … Read more
1. Fu Mai (Floating Pulse) Body Condition Poem: The floating pulse travels only on the surface, like the light touch of a willow catkin; In autumn, it indicates no illness, but in chronic cases, it can cause alarm. Similar Pulse Poem: Floating like wood floating in water, floating large and hollow is the Kuao pulse; … Read more
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