Pulse Diagnosis: Reading the Body's Rhythms

Pulse diagnosis (rtsa) is one of the most refined diagnostic arts in Tibetan medicine. The physician reads six positions on the radial arteries of both wrists.

The Reading

Each position corresponds to specific organs, and the physician assesses depth, speed, strength, and rhythm. A skilled practitioner can detect imbalances long before symptoms appear.

Pulse reading requires decades of practice and is typically combined with urine analysis and detailed questioning.