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This article reviews "The Latest Practicing Western Acupuncture," an early Chinese text integrating anatomical knowledge into acupuncture point descriptions. It highlights the book's impact on traditional acupuncture innovation.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical History
  • Traditional Chinese Medicine
  • Acupuncture Research

Background:

  • "The Latest Practicing Western Acupuncture" is a seminal Chinese text translated from Japanese.
  • It represents an early effort to incorporate Western scientific knowledge into acupuncture practices in China.
  • The book emerged during a period of significant scientific advancement and integration in acupuncture.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To profile the book "The Latest Practicing Western Acupuncture" and its compiler.
  • To outline the main contents of each chapter within the book.
  • To discuss the book's distinctive characteristics and its influence on the evolution of acupuncture in China.

Main Methods:

  • Content analysis of "The Latest Practicing Western Acupuncture."
  • Historical review of acupuncture literature and practices in modern China.
  • Examination of the integration of Western medical concepts into traditional acupuncture.

Main Results:

  • The book is recognized as the earliest Chinese text to introduce anatomical descriptions of acupoints.
  • It extensively covers acupuncture history, acupoint anatomy, treatment methods, and case reports.
  • A key characteristic is the integration of Western medical terminology and disease names.

Conclusions:

  • "The Latest Practicing Western Acupuncture" significantly influenced traditional acupuncture by introducing anatomical and Western medical perspectives.
  • The book served as a crucial bridge, inspiring innovation and modernization within Chinese acupuncture.
  • Its anatomical approach to acupoints marked a distinct characteristic, advancing the scientific understanding of acupuncture.