👆Follow where to moxibust Input the acupuncture point name to find more Zhi Mai is the name of an acupuncture point. It appears in the “Classic of Acupuncture and Moxibustion“. Other names include Zi Mai (“Classic of Acupuncture and Moxibustion“), Suo Mai (“Medical Guidelines“), Ti Mai (“Collection of Acupuncture Points“). It belongs to the Hand … Read more
ChìmĂ i ChìmĂ i ※Meridian: Hand Shaoyang Sanjiao Meridian (TE 18) Origin of the Point Name ChìmĂ i refers to convulsions (zòng) and spasms; mĂ i refers to the meridian. This point is located at the back of the ear where the green meridian resembles a chicken claw, primarily treating pediatric convulsions, hence the name ChìmĂ i. Precise Location Located … Read more
New friends: Click the blue text below the title to quickly follow. Old friends: Click the share button in the upper right corner to share this exciting content. More information: Open the Acupuncture and Tuina Training Center public platform and click the upper right corner to view historical records. 　The collaterals (Bie Luo) are a … Read more
Effectively Utilizing “Luo Points” for Rapid ResultsAuthor: Yang Chengqi, Transcribed by Yang Liping The “Fifteen Luo Points” refer to the acupuncture points where the fifteen collaterals branch off from their respective meridians. The Luo points of the twelve primary meridians are located below the elbow and knee joints in the limbs, with the Ren Luo … Read more
The theory of meridians and collaterals studies the distribution, physiological functions, pathological changes of the human meridian system, and its relationship with the organs. It is an important component of the theoretical system of traditional Chinese medicine. The theory of meridians and collaterals was developed by ancient physicians through long-term medical practice and has guided … Read more
The Luo-connecting points are the acupoints where the Luo vessels branch out from the main meridians. Each of the fifteen Luo vessels has one acupoint, referred to as a Luo point (Luo-xue), also known as the “Fifteen Luo Points.” The term “Luo” implies connection and distribution. Each of the twelve main meridians has a corresponding … Read more
1. Composition and Pathways of Meridians in the Human Body The meridians are the channels through which the body’s vital energy (qi) flows, encompassing both the primary meridians (jingmai) and the collateral meridians (luomai). The term “jing” refers to the primary meridians, akin to direct pathways, serving as the main trunk of the meridian system; … Read more
Interpretation of the Huangdi Neijing (Fifty-One) The Theory of Meridians The term “meridians” refers to the collective name for the jingmai (经脉, meridians) and luomai (络脉, collaterals). Jingmai are the main pathways of the meridian system, while luomai are the branches. The meridians function to circulate qi and blood throughout the body, connect the zang-fu … Read more
The Shou Taiyin (Hand Taiyin) collateral, named Liekui (Lie Que), originates from the wrist at the point Fen Jian (Fen Jian), and runs along the Hand Taiyin channel, directly entering the palm and dispersing into the Yujì (Fish Border). In cases of excess, it manifests as sharp pain and heat in the palm, which should … Read more
Liang, male, 39 years old, date of visit: 2021-01-18 Main Complaint: Facial paralysis for 1 week. Present Illness:The patient reports that one week ago, after drinking and being exposed to cold wind, he experienced disappearance of the right forehead lines, disappearance of the nasolabial fold, slight pain in the right ear, right eye closure revealing … Read more