Understanding Pulse Diagnosis: Floating Pulse (Part 2)Continuing from the previous issue:Understanding Pulse Diagnosis: String Pulse (Part 1) Floating PulseMedical sage Zhang Zhongjing and many later physicians have discussed that floating pulse indicates exterior conditions, but this is not entirely accurate. Teacher Li Shimao believes that floating pulse has two meanings, one refers to the concept … Read more
Floating Pulse (fú mài) characteristics: easily felt with light pressure, slightly diminished with heavy pressure but not absent, more pronounced when lifted, and less pronounced when pressed. The floating pulse can be understood as a pulse located superficially, described as “floating like wood on water” or “a gentle breeze lifting the feathers on a bird’s … Read more
1. Pulse Secrets Floating Pulse: Lightly felt, heavy pressing yields nothing; it floats like wood on water. A strong floating pulse indicates wind-heat, while a weak floating pulse suggests blood deficiency. Deep Pulse: Requires heavy pressure to be felt; like a stone sinking in water. A strong deep pulse indicates cold pain, while a weak … Read more
Traditional Chinese Pulse Diagnosis is developed under the guidance of various theories such as Yin-Yang theory, Zang-Fu theory, Qi and Blood theory, and Meridian theory, containing rich cultural connotations and professional knowledge. Floating Pulse Li Shizhen’s “Binhuhuaixue” on Floating Pulse 【Body Condition Poem】The floating pulse only travels above the flesh, like following the elm pods, … Read more
Editor’s Note The study of pulse diagnosis is a crucial component of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and has always been highly regarded, with the saying “to know by feeling is called skill.” However, learning to differentiate pulses is not a simple task. From the position and length of the pulse to its tension and smoothness, … Read more
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), diagnosis relies on observation, listening, inquiry, and pulse diagnosis, and the integration of the four diagnostic methods is essential for accurately determining the underlying pathology, especially as pulse diagnosis provides real-time and precise feedback. However, among the four diagnostic methods, the general public can greatly benefit from self-examination through tongue … Read more
Chinese Medicine Academy xyzych1988 This article is selected from the internet. For more details, click the “Read the Original” at the bottom left of the article. Eclectic School of Abdominal Diagnosis Abdominal diagnosis refers to the palpation of the abdomen, which is part of the four diagnostic methods: inspection, auscultation, inquiry, and palpation. Abdominal diagnosis … Read more
Once you pay attention, you will benefit for a lifetime, free secret recipes! Today we will learn the methods of pulse diagnosis. Pulse diagnosis, also known as pulse taking (qie mai), is a method where the physician uses their fingers to press on the patient’s pulse, perceiving the pulse’s characteristics to understand the condition and … Read more
Click the “blue” to follow Spring is here Commentary As the spectrum of modern diseases quietly changes, the medical model also shifts. In the face of complex diseases and the increasing health demands of the public, more and more people are turning their hopeful eyes back to traditional medicine. “The people expect Traditional Chinese Medicine … Read more
Lu Shouyan (1909-1969), male, from Kunshan, Jiangsu Province. His father, Li Peiqing, was renowned for his gold needle technique. Lu inherited his family teachings and excelled in his studies, starting his medical practice in 1927. He published articles in newspapers under the title “Yan Lu Medical Talks,” advocating for acupuncture medicine. In 1948, he co-founded … Read more