[Discussion on point selection and compatibility of acupuncture formula]

Zhongguo Zhen Jiu. 2012 Jan;32(1):65-8.
[Article in Chinese]

Abstract

Acupuncture prescription is the key and effectiveness guarantee to acupuncture treatment. Proper selection of acupoint is directly related to the therapeutic effect of acupuncture. Several issues were discussesed, which were acupoint indications, clinical syndrome differentiation and acupoints selection. Acupuncturists should grasp the acupoints characteristic and pay attention to syndrome differentiation. Also they should have flexible selection of acupoints and keep pace with research updates when facing clinical problems in order to maximize the curative effect of acupuncture.

Publication types

  • English Abstract
  • Historical Article
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Acupuncture Points*
  • Acupuncture Therapy / history*
  • China
  • History, Ancient
  • Humans
  • Medicine in Literature
  • Medicine, Chinese Traditional / history*