Simple Pulse Qualities: Rhythm
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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.
![4.1.7.chart Normal Pulse Rhythm](http://gancao.net/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/4.1.7.chart.jpg)
Normal Pulse Rhythm
Next: pulse strength.
Last modified: August 20, 2009
Tags: Diagnosis, Palpation В· Posted in: Pulse Class, Pulse-Palpation