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ZDAY147: Fundamentals of TCM Diagnosis (Part 10) Four Examinations (Part 4) Pulse Diagnosis of Common Diseases

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ZDAY147: Fundamentals of TCM Diagnosis (Part 10) Four Examinations (Part 4) Pulse Diagnosis of Common Diseases

Disease manifests through changes in the pulse, known as pathological pulses. Generally, any pulse outside the normal physiological range and individual physiological variations is considered a pathological pulse. Due to the different experiences of practitioners in pulse diagnosis, the naming methods for pulse patterns also vary. For ease of learning, similar pulse patterns are categorized … Read more

Understanding Floating Pulse and the Misinterpretation of Soft Pulse in TCM

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Understanding Floating Pulse and the Misinterpretation of Soft Pulse in TCM

Abstract: Today, we will introduce three common pulse patterns in clinical practice. 1. Floating Pulse Does Not Always Indicate Exterior Syndrome According to the “Shang Han Lun” (Treatise on Cold Damage), it states: “If the pulse is floating, the disease is in the exterior.” This has been the primary interpretation of floating pulse in subsequent … Read more

Understanding the Characteristics of Deep Pulse in TCM

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Understanding the Characteristics of Deep Pulse in TCM

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

Understanding Floating Pulse and the Misinterpretation of Soft Pulse in TCM

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Understanding Floating Pulse and the Misinterpretation of Soft Pulse in TCM

Abstract: Today, we will introduce three common pulse patterns encountered in clinical practice. 01 Floating Pulse Does Not Always Indicate Exterior Condition According to the “Shang Han Lun” (Treatise on Cold Damage), it states: “If the pulse is floating, the disease is in the exterior.” This has been the primary interpretation of floating pulse in … Read more

The Transmission of Pulse Theory from Ren Zhi Tang: 1. Floating Pulse, Fine Pulse, Weak Pulse

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The Transmission of Pulse Theory from Ren Zhi Tang: 1. Floating Pulse, Fine Pulse, Weak Pulse

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

The Secrets of Pulse Diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Common Pathological Pulse Types (Floating Pulse, Deep Pulse, etc.)

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The Secrets of Pulse Diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Common Pathological Pulse Types (Floating Pulse, Deep Pulse, etc.)

(1) Deep Pulse 1. Characteristics of the Pulse Light pressure does not respond, heavy pressure causes a response, insufficient when lifted, excessive when pressed (Interpretation: the pulse is relatively deep) 2. Clinical Significance Commonly seen in interior syndromes; strong indicates interior excess, weak indicates interior deficiency; normal pulse can also be observed. Tips: Pathogenic factors … Read more