Application of imagery-thinking model construction in pulse diagnosis teaching

Key Points

• The research aims to develop an imagery-thinking model for teaching pulse diagnosis in traditional Chinese medicine.
• Conducted a Delphi method survey with 20 experts from various provinces.
• Identified and defined 9 key elements of pulse characteristics.
• Created 30 visual representations of pathological pulse patterns based on expert feedback.
• The model incorporates a new element of pulse 'softness' and 'hardness' alongside traditional characteristics.
• Increased understanding and visualization of clinical pathological pulses among learners.
• Provides a new approach for the transmission and innovation of pulse diagnosis techniques.