Overview of specific points

Specific acupoints are a type of acupoints with special therapeutic effects and specific names in acupuncture, including Wushu acupoint, Yuan acupoint, Luo acupoint, Qie acupoint, Beishu acupoint, Rei acupoint, Bahui acupoint, Eight Meridians intersection acupoint and Xiahe acupoint, etc. These acupoints have targeted therapeutic value in clinical practice because of their unique relationship with the internal organs, meridians, and qi and blood. This article will start from four parts: definition, classification, clinical application and modern research, focusing on analyzing the theoretical basis and practical significance of specific acupoints.

Definition and classification of specific points

The "specificity" of specific points is reflected in their deep connection with the organs and meridians. For example,Wushu pointDistributed below the elbow and knee joints of the limbs, corresponding to the Five Elements Theory;Original pointIt is the part where the original Qi of the internal organs passes through and stops;Xie pointIt is mostly used for the treatment of acute illnesses. Sun Simiao of the Tang Dynasty emphasized in "A Thousand Gold Prescriptions": "All the acupoints have profound meanings." This classification not only reflects the overall view of traditional Chinese medicine, but also provides a basis for accurate acupoint selection.

Clinical application of specific points

In clinical practice, specific acupoints are often used in combination to enhance the therapeutic effect. Such asEight meridians intersection pointNeiguan Pei Gongsun can treat heart, chest and stomach diseases. "Acupuncture Dacheng" of the Ming Dynasty records that it "treats nine kinds of heartache". Modern research shows that stimulationBack Shu point(such as Feishu, Xinshu) can improve the function of corresponding organs through neuro-humoral regulation. Through controlled experiments, a team from Beijing University of Chinese Medicine found that the effective rate of using specific acupoints is about 23% higher than that of ordinary acupoints.

Modern research and product application

With the development of science and technology, the principle of specific acupoints is applied to electronic acupuncture equipment. Such asSuzhou Medical Supplies FactoryThe "Huatuo brand" electro-acupuncture device produced can locate specific acupoints through acupoint impedance detection. The following table lists some research data:

Summary and Outlook

As the essence of acupuncture, specific points have both traditional theory and modern value. From the foundation of the Huangdi Neijing to the verification of modern evidence-based medicine, its system has been continuously enriched. In the future, it is necessary to strengthen research on the mechanism of action and promote standardized application. As He Puren, the master of traditional Chinese medicine, said: "It doesn't matter if there are too many acupoints, the essence is the essence." The in-depth exploration of specific acupoints will open up a new path for the integration of traditional Chinese and Western medicine.

Citing sources

1. Theoretical basis: "Acupuncture and Moxibustion Classics A and B" (Huangfu Mi, Jin Dynasty)
2. Clinical data: "Research on Compatibility of Specific Acupoints" by Beijing University of Chinese Medicine (2021)
3. Product information: Suzhou Medical Supplies Factory "Huatuo Brand" electroacupuncture device (Registration Certificate Number: Suzhuzhuan 20202145411)