A brief description of the characteristics of 36 important acupuncture points in the human body (with acupuncture point diagram)
Yesterday’s post left many readers disappointed due to the lack of images. Today, we supplement with precise images of acupuncture points (taken in color) to help beginners recognize and use these points, bringing traditional acupuncture into households for health benefits.1. Bai Hui (Hundred Meetings)
One mention, two warmths, three calming the spirit; all diseases must seek Bai Hui.2. Tai Yang (Sun) 
The sun hangs high, brightening the eyes; it can also eliminate headaches.3. Feng Chi (Wind Pool)
Eliminating internal and external wind, Feng Chi locks the head.4. Da Zhui (Great Vertebra)
Dispersing heat and relieving exterior symptoms, Da Zhui opens the meridians without delay.5. Dan Zhong (Middle of the Chest)
Dan Zhong regulates the will and qi, treating both the heart and stomach.6. Zhong Wan (Middle of the Abdomen)
Regulating the stomach and stopping vomiting, Zhong Wan is the foundation of postnatal health.7. Qi Hai (Sea of Qi)
For abdominal diseases and gynecological issues, Qi Hai is a miraculous point to tonify qi.8. Guan Yuan (Gate of Origin)
Guan Yuan connects pre and postnatal health; moxibustion and massage can prolong life.9. Tian Shu (Heavenly Pivot)
For bowel movement and resolving accumulation, Tian Shu is essential for bodily function.10. Dai Mai (Girdle Vessel)
Restraining the meridians and treating gynecological diseases, Dai Mai is sought for various ailments.11. He Gu (Union Valley)
He Gu has notable effects in activating blood and clearing heat; it is used for various facial ailments.12. Fei Yu (Lung Shu)
For cough, wheezing, and sweating, Lung Shu is used for lung diseases.13. Xin Yu (Heart Shu)
Heart diseases require treatment at Heart Shu; it can also address mental disorders.14. Gan Yu (Liver Shu)
For emotional balance and eye brightness, Liver Shu can alleviate liver diseases.15. Pi Yu (Spleen Shu)
Strengthening the spleen and transforming dampness, Spleen Shu opens the appetite and regulates blood.16. Shen Yu (Kidney Shu)
Strengthening bones and nourishing the mind, Kidney Shu balances yin and yang.17. Da Chang Yu (Large Intestine Shu)
Regulating the intestines, Large Intestine Shu can open the meridians and regulate water.18. Ba Liao (Eight Crevices) (referring to the upper, middle, lower crevices, and four on each side)
The sacred points for gynecology are Ba Liao; they relieve lower back pain.19. Zu San Li (Three Miles of the Foot)
For health maintenance, Zu San Li is unmatched in regulating the spleen and stomach.20. Tai Chong (Great Surge)
To calm the liver and reduce fire, Tai Chong helps with sleep and treats red eyes.21. Yong Quan (Gushing Spring)
To dispel dampness and open the meridians, Yong Quan treats insomnia and returns fire to the source.22. Shen Que (Spirit Gate)
Shen Que secures essence and protects the lower source, regulating the meridians and prolonging life.23. Nei Guan (Inner Pass)
Nei Guan regulates the stomach and stops vomiting; it can also address hiccups and palpitations.24. San Yin Jiao (Three Yin Intersection)
San Yin Jiao connects the kidney, spleen, and liver; it promotes blood circulation and opens the meridians.25. Wei Zhong (Middle of the Crook)
For lower back issues, Wei Zhong is sought; it clears heat and reduces swelling and pain.26. Si Bai (Four Whites)
To open the meridians and brighten the eyes, Si Bai can also whiten the skin.27. Zhi Yang (Ultimate Yang)
Zhi Yang treats the stomach, heart, and brain; it brings yin into yang, eliminating worries.28. Ming Men (Gate of Life)
Ming Men hides the source of life; warming and tonifying kidney yang enhances spirit.29. Yao Yang Guan (Lumbar Yang Gate)
Yao Yang Guan opens the meridians and relieves pain; it supports the weight of the body.30. Tai Xi (Great Stream)
To nourish kidney yin, Tai Xi is remarkable for calming and promoting sleep.31. Xue Hai (Sea of Blood)
Xue Hai invigorates blood and dispels rashes; it nourishes blood and regulates menstruation, warming cold limbs.32. Feng Long (Abundant Dragon)
Feng Long is the primary point for transforming phlegm; it is exceptional for opening the meridians and clearing the orifices.33. Yin Ling Quan (Yin Mound Spring)
Yin Ling Quan promotes spleen and stomach function, benefiting water metabolism and treating gynecological diseases.34. Lie Que (Broken Sequence)
For head and neck ailments, Lie Que is sought; it disperses wind, stops cough, and resolves exterior pathogens.35. Liang Qiu (Beam Hill)
Liang Qiu aids digestion and alleviates acute stomach issues; this point is a remedy for spleen and stomach diseases.36. Ren Zhong (Ren Zhong, also known as Water Ditch)
To awaken the spirit and open the orifices, Ren Zhong regulates water and treats acute pain.