Understanding Pulse Diagnosis: The Dual and Single String Pulses in Cold and Fluid Conditions

Understanding Pulse Diagnosis: The Dual and Single String Pulses in Cold and Fluid Conditions

The dual string pulse indicates cold, as it is often found in cases of significant deficiency after purging. The single string pulse indicates fluid retention. — Jin Kui Yao Lue ​ This string pulse is primarily associated with cold and fluid retention, as well as pain, and is linked to the Shaoyang pulse, which is … Read more

Analysis of the Main Diseases Associated with the String Pulse in Shang Han Lun (Part 2)

Analysis of the Main Diseases Associated with the String Pulse in Shang Han Lun (Part 2)

4. 脉弦 (Mài Xián) – String Pulse: 偏弦 (Piān Xián) indicates accumulation of pathogenic fluids; 双弦 (Shuāng Xián) indicates extreme deficiency-cold. Pulse Diagnosis: “支饮急弦 (Zhī Yǐn Jí Xián)” from 《辨脉法 (Biàn Mài Fǎ)》: “急弦” refers to a floating and tight string pulse, indicating a type of string pulse that is pronounced in the context of … Read more