Have you ever wondered why a health care provider might be taking a reading of your pulse? In main stream medicine, the radial artery, which can be found on each wrist is examined and many people think that this is somehow only related to the functions of the heart or respiration's however it doesn't end there.
Pulse diagnosis is a primary component of traditional Chinese medicine, as well as Ayurvedic medicine and has been practiced for more than 2,500 years. This valuable tool can provide clues to the health of the internal organs and allow practitioners to them determine the best course of treatment. The quality of the pulse allows the practitioner to identify many different areas of health and health related complaints.
A weak pulse can be a sign of an internal deficiency that is causing a loss of immunity and vitality. This type of pulse is thought to be slow and weak if there are fewer than four normal beats per breath cycle and can indicate an illness that is caused by the body being to cold, or a possible viral infection. A deep pulse is one that can be sensed only when firm pressure is exerted. It indicates that an internal illness is becoming a chronic condition. Assessing the depth, over all rhythm and strength can enable a practitioner of assess the flow of energy and determine the quality of yin and yang within the body. The type of pulse explained above is suggestive of and imbalance of yin.
An imbalance of yang would be a when the pulse is considered rapid, or more than five normal beats per breath cycle. This can signal an illness with symptoms such as the flu accompanied by fevers or heat. This is when the body's defenses are triggered. Some times these triggers can also be based in the "fight or flight" emotions.
Three unique levels of pressure are related to the pulse quality in each of the six pulse points. These points correspond to an internal organ system. A strong pulse indicates a state of excess, while a weak pulse may be a sign of deficiency.
The pulse is taken with the index, middle and ring fingers at three locartions along the radial artery, just above the wrist. On the left arm, the first position relates tothe heart; the second point is linked to the liver; and the third position coincides with the kidneys. On the right arm, the first position corresponds to the lungs; the second position relates to the spleen and the third point matches the kidneys. The superficial level indicates external influences and suggest problems on the surface of the body. The moderate level is where a normal, or harmonious, pulse should be detected. The deep level suggests an internal problem, or infection.
The idea of yin and yang is central to the many different philosophies of alternative medicines. An imbalance in these opposing, yet complememntary, forces can result in illness, pain and emotional trauma. Monitoring the pulse for depth, overall shape and quality while paying attention to the depth, overall shape speed, length, rhythm and strength can help to assess the flow of enerby to and from each of the internal organs.
Take time to look, listen and feel the health and well being of yourself and your loved ones. Take the time to check your pulse, you might learn a thing or two that you didn't expect. Not to mention that it can be a very cost effective way to monitor your health.
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