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[Analysis on the acupoint conception].

Jingsheng Zhao¹

¹Institute of Acupuncture and Moxibustion, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, the Key Research Room of Theory and Methodology, the State Administration of TCM, Beijing 100700, China.

Zhongguo Zhen Jiu = Chinese Acupuncture & Moxibustion

|December 13, 2017

Summary

This study explores the original meaning of acupoints, examining early texts like the Neijing (Internal Canon of Medicine). Findings suggest acupoint characteristics are based on specific body surface locations, not just meridian connections or qi.

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Area of Science:

Traditional Chinese Medicine
Acupuncture Research
Medical History

Background:

The concept of acupoints is central to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).
Understanding the historical evolution of acupoint definitions is crucial for accurate application.
Existing literature often focuses on functional aspects rather than inherent characteristics.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate the original connotation and historical development of the acupoint concept.
To analyze the early titling, basic meaning, and 'shu' aspects of acupoints.
To differentiate between the specialty and substantive characteristics of acupoints.

Main Methods:

Comprehensive review of the Neijing (Internal Canon of Medicine).
Analysis of excavated medical literature and relevant historical works.

Keywords:

Neijing (Internal Canon of Medicine)acupoint, concept excavated medical literature terminology

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Examination of early titling, basic meaning, and the concept of 'shu'.

Main Results:

The relationship of acupoints with meridian tropism and qi, along with their application and indication, primarily reflect acupoint specialty.
Substantive characteristics of acupoints are rooted in the experienced, specific sites on the body surface used in treatment.
These specific sites form the fundamental basis for acupoint regularity.

Conclusions:

The historical understanding of acupoints in texts like the Neijing emphasizes their functional roles.
The true substantive characteristics of acupoints lie in their defined physical locations on the body.
Recognizing these physical locations as foundational is key to understanding acupoint regularity in TCM.