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[Study on professor Shao Jing-ming's academic thought]
Xi-yan Gao1, Su-ju Shao, Su-xia Shao
1College of Acupuncturee & Massage, Henan College of TCM, Zhengzhou 450008, China. gaoxiyan225@sohu.com
Zhongguo Zhen Jiu = Chinese Acupuncture & Moxibustion
|July 25, 2007
Summary
Professor Shao Jing-ming
Area of Science:
- Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)
- Acupuncture and Moxibustion
- Integrative Medicine
Background:
- Professor Shao Jing-ming's 70+ years of medical practice.
- Development of original academic views in TCM.
- Emphasis on integrating modern medical sciences with TCM.
Discussion:
- Disease diagnosis combined with syndrome differentiation.
- Strategic selection of acupoints, prioritizing fewer but effective points.
- Utilization of back-shu points for complex conditions.
Key Insights:
- Needling manipulation and achieving 'Deqi' are crucial for therapeutic outcomes.
- Innovative techniques include heat-sensation needling and specialized insertion methods.
- Combining acupuncture-moxibustion with medication enhances treatment efficacy.
Outlook:
- Professor Shao's contributions summarized in his book, Zhongyi Zhiyao.
- Potential for further research into integrated TCM and modern medicine approaches.
- Advancement of acupuncture and moxibustion techniques for challenging diseases.
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