There are several pulse points on the human body where you can easily feel your heartbeat. While it's challenging to pinpoint exactly 10 definitive points, here's a list of the primary pulse points, drawing from the information provided by Vedantu, that are commonly used:
Major Pulse Points
Pulse Point | Location |
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Radial Artery | Wrist |
Carotid Artery | Neck |
Brachial Artery | Medial border of the humerus (upper arm) |
Femoral Artery | Groin |
Popliteal Artery | Behind the knee |
Dorsalis Pedis Artery | Top of the foot |
Posterior Tibial Artery | Ankle, behind the ankle bone |
Abdominal Aorta | Abdomen |
Additional Pulse Points
While the above are the most commonly used, other arteries can be used to detect a pulse:
- Temporal Artery: Located on the side of the head, near the temple.
- Facial Artery: Located on the jawline, near the angle of the mandible.
These 10 points provide multiple locations to easily detect a pulse for various reasons like medical checks, personal fitness tracking, or even in emergency situations. The pulse is an indicator of the rate at which your heart beats per minute, which is a vital sign of your overall health.
It is worth noting that the abdominal aorta pulse is usually felt by medical professionals during an examination. Most people will only be aware of the other seven pulses listed initially. The two additional points are used less often.