Thousands of years ago, Ayurveda described the different degrees of the radial pulse, which can be used to interpret the condition of the organs and organ systems of the body, as well as the mental and physical constitution of a person. As the first treatise on pulse diagnosis in the Western world, this book presents a method that anyone can learn to read their own pulse. This allows for the early detection of imbalances and potential illnesses, providing the opportunity to address them before they affect quality of life. With practice and guidance, one gains the competence to apply this knowledge for healing and self-healing. From the foreword by Dr. Vasant Lad: "In every medical system, pulse assessment is a matter of technical skill, subjective experience, and intuition. Accuracy is also essential.".