Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Design Example: Marking Boundaries of a Site Using a Compass01:12

Design Example: Marking Boundaries of a Site Using a Compass

Marking site boundaries using a compass is a precise surveying technique that ensures the accuracy of boundary delineation. The process begins by using provided site details, including the bearings and lengths of each boundary line. The initial step involves calculating latitudes and departures for all sides of the site. This computation verifies that the traverse is free of errors, ensuring a closed and accurate boundary.The process starts at a known point, such as Point A, which is often...
Design Example: Measuring Distance Between Two Points with Obstructions01:10

Design Example: Measuring Distance Between Two Points with Obstructions

When measuring distances in areas with physical obstructions, such as a lake in a field, surveyors must employ techniques to calculate accurate lengths without direct line measurements. One effective method is the offset technique, which allows for precise distance estimation over inaccessible stretches.In this scenario, a surveyor must measure a side of an area that crosses a lake. Since the measuring tape cannot span the lake, the surveyor begins by establishing a baseline that aligns with...
Differential Leveling01:12

Differential Leveling

Differential leveling is a precise method in surveying used to determine the elevation difference between two points. Its primary goal is to establish accurate vertical measurements to create level surfaces or grade lines critical for designing and constructing infrastructures such as roads, bridges, and buildings.The procedure for differential leveling begins with setting up and leveling the instrument at a point where the benchmark can be seen. The level rod is held on the benchmark (BM), and...
Adjusting a Traverse01:12

Adjusting a Traverse

In the site survey of a four-sided traverse, internal angles are essential to ensure geometric accuracy. The survey revealed that the sum of the measured internal angles was 359 degrees and 48 minutes, which is 12 minutes less than the expected 360 degrees. This discrepancy signals an error likely arising from measurement inaccuracies during the fieldwork.To rectify this error, the adjustment process involved distributing the 12-minute shortfall equally across the four internal angles. By...
Introduction and Methods of Leveling01:26

Introduction and Methods of Leveling

Leveling is a surveying procedure used to determine elevation differences between distant points. Elevation refers to the vertical distance above or below a reference datum, typically mean sea level (MSL). In the United States, elevations are often referenced to the mean sea level station at Father Point Rimouski along the St. Lawrence Seaway. To make the datum accessible, permanent markers are established throughout the region. These markers, called benchmarks, have known elevations. If the...
Area Computation by the Alternative Coordinate Method01:24

Area Computation by the Alternative Coordinate Method

The alternative coordinate method, also known as the Shoelace Formula, is a technique for determining the area of a traverse using Cartesian coordinates. This method relies on the sequential arrangement of x and y coordinates for each point of the shape, ensuring accuracy and ease of application.In this approach, each corner's x and y coordinates are listed as fractions, with the x-coordinate as the numerator and the y-coordinate as the denominator. These coordinates are arranged sequentially...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

SPCS2 serves as a critical host factor for JEV replication by regulating viral protein stability and virion assembly.

Microbiology spectrumยท2026
Same author

Identification of linear B cell epitopes on the E146L protein of African swine fever virus with monoclonal antibodies.

Virology journalยท2024
Same author

Identification of Two Linear Epitopes on MGF_110-13L Protein of African Swine Fever Virus with Monoclonal Antibodies.

Animals : an open access journal from MDPIยท2024
Same author

[Cognitive differences between Taoism and medical science in the location of "Jiaji"].

Zhongguo zhen jiu = Chinese acupuncture & moxibustionยท2023
Same author

Mammalian Cell-Line-Expressed CD2v Protein of African Swine Fever Virus Provides Partial Protection against the HLJ/18 Strain in the Early Infection Stage.

Virusesยท2023
Same author

Strengthening the Disciplinary Construction of History of Medicine: A Call for Action by Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College.

Chinese medical sciences journal = Chung-kuo i hsueh k'o hsueh tsa chihยท2023

Related Experiment Video

Updated: May 11, 2026

Preliminary Study on Acupuncture Combined with Grain-sized Moxibustion for Treating Rheumatoid Arthritis with Finger Joint Pain
04:50

Preliminary Study on Acupuncture Combined with Grain-sized Moxibustion for Treating Rheumatoid Arthritis with Finger Joint Pain

Published on: May 16, 2025

[Origin and development of Ashi point locating method].

Shu-Jian Zhang1

  • 1Second Clinical Medical College, Nanjing University of CM, Nanjing 210046, Jiangsu Province, China. njrb@163.com

Zhongguo Zhen Jiu = Chinese Acupuncture & Moxibustion
|April 30, 2013
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

The Ashi point theory, originating from ancient Chinese medicine, is a palpation-based method for locating acupoints. While initially a versatile technique, its evolution has led to divergence from classical practices.

More Related Videos

Three-Dimensional Finger Motion Tracking during Needling: A Solution for the Kinematic Analysis of Acupuncture Manipulation
08:27

Three-Dimensional Finger Motion Tracking during Needling: A Solution for the Kinematic Analysis of Acupuncture Manipulation

Published on: October 28, 2021

Measurement of Dynamic Scapular Kinematics Using an Acromion Marker Cluster to Minimize Skin Movement Artifact
10:07

Measurement of Dynamic Scapular Kinematics Using an Acromion Marker Cluster to Minimize Skin Movement Artifact

Published on: February 10, 2015

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: May 11, 2026

Preliminary Study on Acupuncture Combined with Grain-sized Moxibustion for Treating Rheumatoid Arthritis with Finger Joint Pain
04:50

Preliminary Study on Acupuncture Combined with Grain-sized Moxibustion for Treating Rheumatoid Arthritis with Finger Joint Pain

Published on: May 16, 2025

Three-Dimensional Finger Motion Tracking during Needling: A Solution for the Kinematic Analysis of Acupuncture Manipulation
08:27

Three-Dimensional Finger Motion Tracking during Needling: A Solution for the Kinematic Analysis of Acupuncture Manipulation

Published on: October 28, 2021

Measurement of Dynamic Scapular Kinematics Using an Acromion Marker Cluster to Minimize Skin Movement Artifact
10:07

Measurement of Dynamic Scapular Kinematics Using an Acromion Marker Cluster to Minimize Skin Movement Artifact

Published on: February 10, 2015

Area of Science:

  • Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)
  • Acupuncture Theory
  • Anatomy and Physiology

Context:

  • The Ashi point theory, originating in ancient China, is a method of acupoint location.
  • Early TCM texts like the Neijing (Internal Classic) describe acupoints located via palpation.
  • The concept evolved from Qianjin Yao Fang (Prescriptions Worth a Thousand Gold).

Purpose:

  • To trace the historical origin and development of the Ashi point theory.
  • To analyze the essence of the Ashi point as a location method.
  • To examine its clinical application and evolution alongside traditional acupoint location methods.

Summary:

  • The Ashi point is fundamentally a palpation-based acupoint location method, applicable to all acupoints.
  • Initially a primary method in ancient TCM, it was used for local tenderness and evolved into a distinct category of points.
  • This palpation method contrasts with proportional bone measurement used for regular and extra acupoints.

Impact:

  • The Ashi point theory offers a flexible clinical approach to acupoint identification.
  • Its evolution has potentially led to a departure from established classical and clinical acupuncture practices.
  • Understanding this historical trajectory is crucial for contemporary TCM practitioners.