Acupuncture Tonification and Sedation Techniques: Operation Intervals and Precautions In ancient Eastern traditions, there exists a magical skill known as acupuncture, which acts like a key to unlock the treasures within the human body, harmonizing qi (气) and xue (血), balancing yin (阴) and yang (阳). Today, let me take you into the world of … Read more
Moxibustion is a traditional Chinese therapy that utilizes ignited moxa sticks or cones to produce heat that stimulates acupuncture points on the body surface. This method activates the flow of qi (气) to adjust the disordered physiological functions of the body, achieving the effects of strengthening health and preventing disease. It is a primary method … Read more
Acupuncture for treating diseases requires mastery of three important aspects: differentiation of syndromes, selection of acupuncture points, and techniques. Only by integrating theory, methods, and point selection can one achieve better results. Here, I share some experiences regarding acupuncture techniques based on my study of relevant literature and decades of clinical practice, hoping to provide … Read more
九针 (Jiǔ Zhēn) The Nine Needles is a classification of ancient acupuncture instruments, consisting of nine types of needles: 镵针 (Chán Zhēn), 圆针 (Yuán Zhēn), 鍉针 (Lüē Zhēn), 锋针 (Fēng Zhēn), 铍针 (Pí Zhēn), 圆利针 (Yuán Lì Zhēn), 毫针 (Háo Zhēn), 长针 (Cháng Zhēn), and 大针 (Dà Zhēn). This classification is derived from the Huangdi … Read more
1. Principles of Appropriate Positioning Before Acupuncture Supine Position: Suitable for the head, face, chest, and abdomen. Lateral Position: Suitable for the lateral parts of the body. Prone Position: Suitable for the head, neck, back, sacral region, and lower limbs. Seated Forward Position: Suitable for the back of the head, neck, and back. Lateral Seated … Read more