An overview of the functions of acupoints and their application in traditional Chinese medicine

Acupoints are an important part of the meridian theory of traditional Chinese medicine. By stimulating specific acupoints, qi and blood can be regulated, symptoms relieved, or physical fitness enhanced. The main functions includerelieve pain(For example, Hegu point is used to treat headaches),Regulate visceral function(such as Zusanli to aid digestion),Enhance immunity(such as Guanyuan point to replenish vitality) etc. The secondary effects involve improving sleep (Anmian point), regulating emotions (Taichong point soothing the liver), etc. The content will focus on acupoint classification, specific functions, operating methods and modern applications.

Classification and core functions of acupoints

Acupoints are divided intoMeridian points(the twelve main meridians and the two meridians of Ren and Du),Strange point(non-meridian fixed acupoints) andAshi point(Pain response point). For example,Neiguan point(Pericardium Meridian) can relieve palpitations,temple(Special point) improves migraine headaches. According to the "Huangdi Neijing", acupuncture points achieve therapeutic effects by "unblocking the meridians and regulating yin and yang". Modern research also shows that stimulating acupuncture points can promote the release of endorphins and achieve analgesic effects (citation source: "Chinese Acupuncture and Moxibustion", Li Shizhen).

Common acupoint stimulation methods and precautions

Acupoint stimulation includesAcupuncture(Requires professional physician operation),Massage(acupressure or moxibustion) andApply(Such as San Fu Tie). For example, massageYongquan PointIt can relieve fatigue, but pregnant women or people with bleeding constitution should avoid strong stimulation. Some manufacturers such asTongrentangProduced moxa sticks (product name:Qing moxa stick) can be used for home health care, but it must be used according to the instructions. Be careful to avoid exaggerating the effect, such as claiming to "cure cancer" and other illegal propaganda.

Modern scientific research and application of acupoints

In recent years, Western medicine has verified the connection between acupuncture points and the nervous system through technologies such as fMRI. For example,Harvard Medical SchoolResearch has found that acupunctureHegu pointActivates pain-inhibitory areas of the brain (Citation source:"Nature" journal). Domestic companies such asJiu'an MedicalLaunched electronic acupoint instrument (product name:iHealth Acupen), combining traditional theory and modern technology, but it needs to be made clear that it is auxiliary and not alternative medicine.

Summary: Treat acupoint therapy rationally

Acupoint therapy is an important practice of traditional Chinese medicine, with both historical heritage and modern scientific support. Moderate massage or the use of compliant products can be used in daily health care, but serious illnesses still require medical treatment. Be careful when choosing a productRegular manufacturer(such asBaiyun Mountain,Yunnan Baiyao), avoid three-no products. Quote sources:"The Complete Acupuncture" by Yang Jizhou,World Health Organization (WHO) Traditional Medicine Guidelines.