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[New discussion on the connotation of Star Twelve Points]
Zu-Yi Pang1, Chun-Yan Liu2, Zhen-Hua Xu3
1Clinical Medical College of Acupuncture-Moxibustion and Rehabilitation, Guangzhou University of CM, Guangzhou 510006, Guangdong Province, China.
Star Twelve Points, viewed as a Big Dipper map, regulate qi and viscera-meridian-qi-blood movement. This offers novel acupuncture strategies for treating diverse diseases.
Area of Science:
- Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)
- Acupuncture
- Ancient Astronomy
Background:
- The origins and evolution of Star Twelve Points are explored.
- Ancient astronomical maps and stellar diagrams are referenced.
- The Star Twelve Points' spatial representation is linked to the Big Dipper constellation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the functional relationship between the Big Dipper and Star Twelve Points.
- To elucidate the mechanisms of Star Twelve Points in regulating qi and blood.
- To propose new clinical applications for acupuncture in treating miscellaneous diseases.
Main Methods:
- Comparative analysis of the Big Dipper and Star Twelve Points functions using image thinking.
- Application of "opening-closing-pivoting" theory from The Inner Canon of Huangdi.
- Integration of HUANG Yuan-yu's "qi cycle in round" theory.
Main Results:
- The three-dimensional Star Twelve Points diagram is comparable to a side view of the Big Dipper.
- The functional comparison highlights similarities between the Big Dipper and Star Twelve Points.
- Mechanisms for adjusting qi and viscera-meridian-qi-blood movement by Star Twelve Points are detailed.
Conclusions:
- Star Twelve Points possess regulatory functions on qi and viscera-meridian-qi-blood.
- The study provides a new theoretical framework for understanding Star Twelve Points.
- This research offers innovative approaches for acupuncture in clinical practice for various ailments.
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