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Understanding Pulse Diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine (Recommended for Collection)

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Understanding Pulse Diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine (Recommended for Collection)

Pulse Diagnosis Steps: First distinguish floating from sinking,Second differentiate between deficiency and excess; Third assess length and shortness, fourth calculate rapidity and slowness; Fifth observe pulse shape, know them all. 1. First distinguish floating from sinking What is “first distinguish floating from sinking”? The explanation is as follows: ① First, differentiate whether the pulse is … Read more

The Wonders of the Twenty-Eight Pulses in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Understanding Pulse Diagnosis (Part 1)

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The Wonders of the Twenty-Eight Pulses in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Understanding Pulse Diagnosis (Part 1)

Many people are curious about how a pulse can reveal issues within the body. I remember watching a short video about a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) class in university, where the teacher was demonstrating “pulse diagnosis” and asked if anyone wanted to try. The teacher was an expert, and usually, one would have to wait … Read more

Pulse Diagnosis: Floating and Sinking

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Pulse Diagnosis: Floating and Sinking

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), pulse diagnosis is a critical method for assessing the health of an individual. The pulse can be categorized into various types, including 浮脉 (fú mài) (floating pulse) and 沉脉 (chén mài) (sinking pulse). Each type provides insights into the body’s condition and underlying imbalances. The 浮脉 (fú mài) is typically … Read more

Floating Pulse, Sinking Pulse, and Adrenaline (Part 1)

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Floating Pulse, Sinking Pulse, and Adrenaline (Part 1)

Master San Yan discusses Febrile Diseases ​ Starting today, we will study the texts of the “Treatise on Febrile Diseases” (Shang Han Lun). Due to my historical background, I am formally trained in a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) academy and have worked for nearly ten years as a physician in the gastroenterology department of a … Read more

Understanding TCM Pulse Diagnosis: Recognizing Three Types of Pulses, Especially the Slippery Pulse

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Understanding TCM Pulse Diagnosis: Recognizing Three Types of Pulses, Especially the Slippery Pulse

“Observation (望), Listening (闻), Inquiry (问), and Palpation (切)” are traditional diagnostic methods in Chinese medicine, originating from the “Nanjing” (难经). Observation refers to observing the complexion; Listening refers to hearing the sounds; Inquiry refers to asking about symptoms; and Palpation refers to feeling the pulse, collectively known as the Four Examinations. Today, we will … Read more

Differentiating Diseases Based on the Four Basic Pulse Types: Floating, Sinking, Slow, and Rapid

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Differentiating Diseases Based on the Four Basic Pulse Types: Floating, Sinking, Slow, and Rapid

TCM Case Studies / Medical Discussions / Reference Articles for Learning Clinical TCMIntroduction: Mastering the four basic pulse types: floating, sinking, slow, and rapid is essential for making connections when diagnosing through pulse examination. Distinguishing diseases based on the four basic pulse types and their relation to exterior/interior and cold/heat During pulse diagnosis, the practitioner … Read more

My Journey in Traditional Chinese Medicine Pulse Diagnosis: Part Sixteen

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My Journey in Traditional Chinese Medicine Pulse Diagnosis: Part Sixteen

Previously, we discussed the characteristics and treatment of the floating pulse and its related conditions. Today, we will introduce the sinking pulse and its associated conditions. What is the sinking pulse? It is a type of pulse characterized by a low position, where it is not felt with light pressure but can be felt with … Read more

Pulse Diagnosis Learning: Differentiating Floating and Sinking Pulses

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Pulse Diagnosis Learning: Differentiating Floating and Sinking Pulses

In ancient times, there was a highly esteemed pulse diagnosis method known as the “Holding Pulse Weight Method” (持脉轻重法). This method was first introduced in the “Nanjing” (难经) and is also found in the “Pulse Classic” (脉经). After the Jin Dynasty, renowned physicians such as Sun Simiao from the Tang Dynasty and Zhu Donglong from … Read more

What Do Floating and Sinking Pulses Indicate? Corresponding Conditions Explained

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The floating pulse category includes six pulse types: floating pulse (fu mai), surging pulse (hong mai), soft pulse (ru mai), scattered pulse (san mai), hollow pulse (kao mai), and leather pulse (ge mai). Their common characteristic is that they can be felt with light pressure. The classification is based on the frequency and strength of … Read more

What Do Floating and Sinking Pulses Indicate About Your Health?

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What Do Floating and Sinking Pulses Indicate About Your Health?

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