1 Long and Short Pulses (with Small Pulses) The continuous circulation of Yin blood relies entirely on the propulsion of Yang Qi. Therefore, when the Yin blood within the pulse vessels is abundant, and the Yang Qi outside the vessels is vigorous, the force of propulsion is enhanced, leading to an increased output of blood, … Read more
【Body Condition Poem】 The fine pulse is thin and delicate like silk, responding with a deep and continuous touch. It is unfavorable in spring and summer for the young, but suitable in autumn and winter for the elderly and weak. 【Similar Pulses Poem】 Observing the wei mai (fine pulse) and ru mai (soft pulse). 【Main … 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
Chen Mai (沉脉) is contrasted with Fu Mai (浮脉), and its definition in textbooks states: “light pressure yields no response, heavy pressure begins to yield, lifting shows insufficient pressure while pressing shows excess.” Regarding pulse diagnosis (脉诊), especially the sensations beneath the fingers, it is indeed challenging to describe in words. However, some definitions and … Read more
1. Fu Mai (Floating Pulse): Located in the superficial layer under the skin, it can be felt with light pressure, and slightly pressing reduces but does not empty the pulse. Significance: Generally seen in exterior syndromes, also observed in floating yang deficiency. 2. Chen Mai (Deep Pulse): Cannot be detected with light pressure; moderate pressure … 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
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
Clinically, it is essential to recognize the seven basic pulse types. Floating indicates exterior; sinking indicates interior; Slow indicates cold; regardless of external or internal cold, the pulse is slow. Slow is defined as less than 60 beats per minute. Rapid indicates heat (regardless of excess heat, deficiency heat, low fever, or high fever); rapid … 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
Analysis of Floating Pulse and Its Variants According to the “Pulse Classic”: “A floating and large pulse indicates a heavy head and nasal congestion due to wind. A floating and slow pulse suggests numbness of the skin, with wind-cold invading the muscles. A floating and slippery pulse indicates food retention. A short floating pulse suggests … Read more