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Acupuncture points and point theory

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Clinical application

Meridians and Qi / Acupuncture points

Meridians, Qi and acupuncture points together form the clinical basis of acupuncture, with local and distal effects and a core group of about one hundred particularly powerful points.

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Classical point categories

Shu Antique points on the lower leg

A complete overview of the Shu Antique points by meridian on the lower leg and forearm, including the key clinical points of Yin and Yang meridians.

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He-Sea points

He-Sea points are the fifth Shu Antique points and act deeply inward, especially in organ pathology, digestive disorders and specific Fu-organ functions.

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Jing-River points

Jing-River points lie around the ankle and wrist and are classically used for Lung problems, voice and speech disorders, and conditions of bones and nerves.

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The Shu-Stream points

Shu-Stream points are the third Shu Antique points and are especially important because on the Yin meridians Yuan Qi reaches the surface here.

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The Ying-Spring points

Ying-Spring points are the second Shu Antique points and are used especially to clear Heat and warmth and to treat disturbances of Yang meridian pathways.

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The Jing-Well points

Jing-Well points lie at the nail corners and have three classical functions: calming the mind, restoring consciousness and treating distal complaints.

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Point location

Finding Qi points

Finding Qi points combines anatomical landmarks, personal cun measurements and palpation to locate acupuncture points reliably.

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Point location

Feeling Qi points

Qi points have a distinctive palpable quality. Anatomy, cun measurements and touch together help locate them accurately.

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Point location

The “cun” measurements

The cun is a personal Chinese unit of length used to locate acupuncture points proportionally and reliably on every body.

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