What are the pulse points?

The pulse can be felt in several locations on the body.

• The radial pulse point is on the thumb side of the inner surface of the wrist.

• The brachial artery pulse point is on the inner medial surface of the elbow, at the antecubital space (crease of elbow).

• The carotid pulse felt in the carotid artery of the neck when pressure is applied.

• The femoral point, located midway in the groin.

• The Dorsalis Pedis on the instep of the foot and the Popliteal at the back of the knee.