Introduction: Today we introduce the “Xian Pulse”. The Xian pulse has two main characteristics: it is tense and stable, with a significant degree of tension, hence the term “straight as a string”. Generally speaking, it represents a pulse associated with pathogenic factors. Therefore, the “Jing Yue Quan Shu” (Complete Book of Jing Yue) states: “It … Read more
The 105th pulse is floating and tight; floating indicates wind, while tight indicates cold. Wind injures the defensive qi (wei), and cold injures the nutritive qi (rong). When both wei and rong are affected, there will be pain in the joints, and one should induce sweating rather than purging. Pre-class considerations: 1. In the “Treatise … Read more
In the complex system of pulse diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the Xian Mai (Xian Pulse) is notable for its unique characteristics and broad range of associated diseases. The “Body Image Song” (体象歌), “Main Disease Song” (主病歌), and “Combined Pulse Song” (兼脉歌) provide different perspectives on the Xian Pulse, offering key insights into the … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine Case Studies / Medical Discussions / Reference Articles for Clinical TCM Studies Introduction: Zhang Zhongjing’s pulse methods are not merely theoretical overviews but are closely integrated with clinical practice. Today, we present an analysis by Mr. Gu Juezhong from Ningxia Medical University regarding Zhang Zhongjing’s “Xian Pulse”. Mr. Gu’s reasoning is clear … Read more
Introduction: Zhang Zhongjing’s pulse diagnosis is not merely a theoretical overview, but is closely integrated with clinical practice. Zhang Zhongjing’s pulse diagnosis, as he stated in his preface, is theoretically based on the “Nine Volumes of Suwen”; however, it differs from the pure theoretical summary of the “Suwen” by incorporating his clinical practice experience, organically … Read more
Xian pulse is a common pulse pattern in clinical practice, often associated with external pathogens indicating a Shaoyang syndrome. In cases of internal injury and miscellaneous diseases, it frequently indicates liver qi stagnation, internal wind, liver fire, damp-heat in the liver and gallbladder, phlegm syndrome, and fluid retention. In summary, it is predominantly associated with … Read more
Xian Pulse Introduction: The Xian pulse (弦脉) is one of the most common pulse types associated with liver, gallbladder, spleen, and stomach diseases. The Xian pulse primarily indicates liver disorders, often related to liver and gallbladder diseases, pain syndromes, fluid retention, and conditions mixed with cold and heat pathogens. Regarding the main diseases associated with … Read more
Introduction: Zhang Zhongjing’s pulse diagnosis is not merely a theoretical overview, but is closely integrated with clinical practice. Today, we present an analysis of Zhang Zhongjing’s Xian pulse by Mr. Gu Juezhong from Ningxia Medical University. Mr. Gu’s reasoning is clear and his arguments are sound, providing us with a correct method for interpreting Zhang … Read more
The Comprehensive Pulse Diagnosis Method of Sanjiu emphasizes the standardization of pulse sensations. Each pulse type has a unique tactile representation, and its characteristics are relatively singular, allowing for physical imagery to express them rather than remaining in idealized, intangible metaphors. The Xian pulse, described as “like pressing a guitar string,” is widely recognized. However, … Read more
Introduction: Zhang Zhongjing’s pulse diagnosis is not merely a theoretical overview but is closely integrated with clinical practice. Today, we present an analysis of Zhang Zhongjing’s Xian pulse by Mr. Gu Juezhong from Ningxia Medical University. Mr. Gu’s reasoning is clear and well-founded, providing us with a correct method for interpreting Zhang Zhongjing’s pulse diagnosis. … Read more