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
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
The editor says: Regarding the description of pulse patterns, Xu believes that many pulse practitioners either confuse deep pulse with hidden pulse or misinterpret the anatomical position of the radial artery. Only Wang Shuhe has provided a profound summary of deep pulse, stating, “The pulse is deep, difficult to lift, and easy to press.” This … Read more
There is a major principle in pulse diagnosis: when the three positions of the pulse (cun, guan, chi) are all floating and equal, it generally indicates a lack of disease, hence it is called a normal pulse. Many women experience this during pregnancy, although it may have a slightly slippery quality. In addition, any disease … Read more
Deep Pulse (Chen Mai) While there are many types of pulse, they can be categorized based on four aspects: location, number, shape, and quality.①Floating Pulse (Fu Mai): The floating pulse includes six types: floating, surging, soft, scattered, hollow, and leather. These pulses are located superficially and can be easily felt.②Deep Pulse (Chen Mai): The deep … Read more
How to Diagnose Diseases Associated with Deep Pulse? The deep pulse (chen mai) does not exist in isolation; it generally combines with other pulse types, indicating different states. Overall, it can be summarized as: Deep pulse indicates water retention and yin deficiency diseases, with rapid heat or slow cold and phlegm. Weak and deep suggests … Read more
(1) Characteristics of Deep Pulse “Insufficient when lifted, excessive when pressed.” The sensation of a deep pulse under the fingers is that the pulse is not obvious when taken superficially, but becomes increasingly pronounced with medium and deep pressure. The phrase from the “Pulse Classic” describes it succinctly: “Insufficient when lifted, excessive when pressed.” The … Read more
Deep Pulse (1) Pulse Characteristics The deep pulse, like the superficial pulse, has two layers of meaning: one is the concept of location. Any pulse that can only be felt by pressing down to the bones, regardless of its size, speed, strength, or weakness, is termed deep; the other refers to the deep pulse, which … Read more
The ancient texts of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) provide 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 pulse patterns, known … Read more
Exploring the Deep Pulse: Insights from Zhang Zhongjing’s Pulse Theory 1. The Deep Pulse Indicates Both Interior and Exterior Conditions (1) In the “Treatise on Cold Damage” (Shang Han Lun), Section 148 states: “The deep pulse is also found in the interior.” 【Note】The deep pulse primarily indicates the interior, but it can also indicate the … Read more