Traditional Chinese Medicine Case Studies / Medical Discussions / Reference Articles for Learning Clinical TCMIntroduction:How to distinguish between Qiao Mai (Hollow Pulse), Hong Mai (Surging Pulse), Xu Mai (Weak Pulse), Ru Mai (Soft Pulse), San Mai (Scattered Pulse), and Wei Mai (Minute Pulse), which are all types of floating pulses? Floating pulse and its easily … Read more
Pulse theory requires careful attention; the three methods and four types must be memorized. Human pulse is difficult to interpret, requiring diligent practice; observing form and distinguishing patterns is not easy. The floating, sinking, slow, and rapid pulses are essential; expanding knowledge of each pulse’s true message is necessary. This theory must be understood before … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine Case Studies / Clinical References for Learning TCM Introduction:When the pulse is easily felt with light pressure but insufficient with deep pressure, it is termed “floating pulse”. Any pulse that is easily obtained at the floating position is referred to as “floating pulse”. Application of Floating Pulse 01 “The Master said: There … Read more
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Written by/ TCM Medical Theory The floating pulse resembles a spring that is stuck at its highest point, unable to retract, indicating that the qi and blood are in a state of agitation. The fu organs (yang) are responsible for the flow and dispersion of qi, while the zang organs (yin) store essence and qi … Read more
Floating Pulse (Fu Mai, 主表) 1. The floating pulse is characterized by a strong sensation of the pulse when taken superficially, while the sensation diminishes when taken at the middle or deep levels, making the pulse feel as if it is floating. 2. The overall significance of the floating pulse is that the qi and … Read more
Floating (Yang) The floating pulse (fu mai), when lifted, is abundant, but when pressed, it is insufficient (from the “Pulse Classic”). It resembles the feathers on a bird’s back being lightly blown by a breeze, appearing light and floating (qīng fàn mào), like following the elm pods (from the “Suwen”), like wood floating on water … Read more
(1) Characteristics of Floating Pulse “Excessive when lifted, insufficient when pressed.” The floating pulse is one of the so-called primary pulses, which has been emphasized by physicians throughout history. Just look at the “Cui’s Pulse Classic” to understand this. The characteristic of the floating pulse is “excessive when lifted, insufficient when pressed,” meaning it is … Read more
The following content is from the Qingzhu Pulse Diagnosis Training Camp: “When pressed, it shows no dispersion. A floating pulse that is too strong indicates an external pathogen. A floating pulse that is soft and weak upon pressure often indicates internal injury and deficiency.” This is because a floating pulse primarily indicates an exterior condition, … Read more
Floating Pulse Today, I would like to learn with everyone about the Binhu Pulse Method. The enlightenment of pulse diagnosis begins with the Binhu pulse method, and through long-term practice, I feel that revisiting the Binhu pulse method is a very important matter. Although there are many types of pulses, they can be categorized based … Read more