Simple Pulse Qualities: Rhythm

Rhythm:
Again, this comes down to the Heart’s yang (or qi in the absence of cold symptoms) from flowing smoothly.
If the Heart’s yang is deficient, expect a forceless and arrhythmic (irregular) pulse.
If the Heart’s yang is obstructed, expect a forceful and arrhythmic (irregular) pulse.

Normal Pulse Rhythm
Next: pulse strength.
Last modified: August 20, 2009
Tags: Diagnosis, Palpation · Posted in: Pulse Class, Pulse-Palpation