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
Keywords: Chen Mai Today, let’s talk about Chen Mai (沉脉). Many friends often ask me if their pulse is particularly deep, whether it indicates a serious illness. To answer this question, we must first understand what Chen Mai is. 1 What constitutes Chen Mai Li Shizhen in his work Bin Hu Mai Xue stated: “Chen … Read more
(1) Characteristics of Floating Pulse “Excessive when lifted, insufficient when pressed.” The floating pulse is one of the so-called primary pulses, which has been emphasized by physicians throughout history. Just look at the “Cui’s Pulse Classic” to understand this. The characteristic of the floating pulse is “excessive when lifted, insufficient when pressed,” meaning it is … Read more
Experiencing wind-cold results in a floating pulse indicative of an exterior syndrome. If a floating pulse suddenly appears after a prolonged illness, it often signifies the symptoms of vacuous yang escaping. This is often accompanied by profuse sweating like oil, dyspnea resembling that of a cow, and a flushed face akin to makeup, resembling a … Read more
Three Articles on Pulse Diagnosis: Pulse Techniques, Pulse Theory, and Pulse Methods! 1. Fú Mài (Floating Pulse): Lightly pressing reveals the pulse; heavy pressing does not. It floats like wood on water. A strong floating pulse indicates wind-heat, while a weak floating pulse suggests blood deficiency. Chén Mài (Deep Pulse): Requires heavy pressure to feel; … 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
ClickBlue↑FollowUs! Palpation diagnosis is a method where the practitioner directly touches and presses certain areas of the patient’s body to understand local abnormal changes, thereby inferring the location, nature, and severity of the disease. (1) The Method and Significance of Palpation Diagnosis 1. Method ① Position: During palpation, the patient should be seated or lying … Read more
The Du Mai (Governing Vessel) What are the Eight Extraordinary Meridians? “Qi” means “strange” or “unusual,” indicating something unique. The Eight Extraordinary Meridians differ from the twelve regular meridians; they are not directly associated with the organs and do not have a paired relationship, hence they are termed “extraordinary meridians.” The Eight Extraordinary Meridians refer … Read more
Generally speaking, a red tongue with no coating, or even a mirror-like tongue, is considered a manifestation of Yin deficiency and fluid deficiency. According to “Diagnosis of Tongue Quality in Traditional Chinese Medicine,” a tongue that is dark red and moist indicates a condition of excess Yang fire due to internal injury, often accompanied by … Read more