Meridians and Qi / Acupuncture points
Meridians, Qi and acupuncture points together form the clinical basis of acupuncture, with local and distal effects and a core group of about one hundred particularly powerful points.
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Subcategories
5 subcategoriesShu Antique points on the lower leg
A complete overview of the Shu Antique points by meridian on the lower leg and forearm, including the key clinical points of Yin and Yang meridians.
Lees verderHe-Sea points
He-Sea points are the fifth Shu Antique points and act deeply inward, especially in organ pathology, digestive disorders and specific Fu-organ functions.
Lees verderJing-River points
Jing-River points lie around the ankle and wrist and are classically used for Lung problems, voice and speech disorders, and conditions of bones and nerves.
Lees verderThe Shu-Stream points
Shu-Stream points are the third Shu Antique points and are especially important because on the Yin meridians Yuan Qi reaches the surface here.
Lees verderThe Ying-Spring points
Ying-Spring points are the second Shu Antique points and are used especially to clear Heat and warmth and to treat disturbances of Yang meridian pathways.
Lees verderThe Jing-Well points
Jing-Well points lie at the nail corners and have three classical functions: calming the mind, restoring consciousness and treating distal complaints.
Lees verderFinding Qi points
Finding Qi points combines anatomical landmarks, personal cun measurements and palpation to locate acupuncture points reliably.
Lees verderFeeling Qi points
Qi points have a distinctive palpable quality. Anatomy, cun measurements and touch together help locate them accurately.
Lees verderThe “cun” measurements
The cun is a personal Chinese unit of length used to locate acupuncture points proportionally and reliably on every body.
Lees verderThe functions of the Shu Antique points
The five Shu Antique points each have distinct therapeutic functions, from calming the mind and clearing Heat to deep organ tonification.
Lees verderThe Five Element points or the Shu Antique points
The Shu Antique points, also known as the Five Element points or Transport points, form five powerful point categories on every meridian.
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