What's Brachial Pulse Mean?

brachial pulse that which is felt over the brachial artery at the inner aspect of the elbow; palpated before taking blood pressure to determine location for the stethoscope.

How do I find my brachial pulse on myself?

The brachial pulse can be located by feeling the bicep tendon in the area of the antecubital fossa. Move the pads of your three fingers medial (about 2 cm) from the tendon and about 2–3 cm above the antecubital fossa to locate the pulse.

What does brachial mean in medical terms?

Medical Definition of brachial

: of or relating to the arm or a process like an arm.

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