Photo credit: Jessieheqi Urinary Bladder 13 (UB13, UB 13), also known as Feishu or Bladder 13 (Bl-13), is a commonly used acupuncture point, especially for lung conditions. Location It is located 1.5 cun lateral to the center of the spinous process on the level of the third thoracic vertebra (T3). 1 Functions of UB13 From … [Read more…]
Acupuncture point GB34, known as Yanglingquan, or “Hill Spring”, is a significant point in the treatment of many conditions locally, along the channel, and within the body. This article explores GB34’s acupuncture point location, it’s function based on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and bio-medical physiology, current research and videos related to this commonly used acupuncture … [Read more…]
In the practice of acupuncture, precise measurement is crucial to accurately find acupuncture points. How do you find acupuncture points? One of the unique measurement units used in the practice is the “cun” (pronounced “chwun”). This article will explore what a cun is, its importance, and how it adapts to individual differences in human anatomy. … [Read more…]
Meridians are a fascinating concept in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and acupuncture theory overall. There is no MRI showing that “meridians” exist per se, but in TCM, the way to understand it is to look at what bodily functions the meridians and acupuncture points represent. In other words, a meridian may have been discovered based … [Read more…]
Acupuncture points are gateways to improving health and well-being. One of the most significant points is acupuncture point DU20, also known as Baihui. It can also be called Govenor Vesel 20, or GV20, as that is another name for the Du meridian in Traditional Chinese Medicine Theory. Located at the top of the head, it … [Read more…]
Small Intestines 3, also known as, SI-3 (Hou xi, meaning “Back Stream” or “Posterior Stream”) SI 3 Location On the ulnar border of the hand, just proximal to the head of the 5th metacarpal bone. SI 3 TCM Functions In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the Small Intestine 3 point may be a key point for … [Read more…]
Stomach 34 (ST-34), also known as “Liangqiu”, or bright valley, is a significant acupuncture point located on the Stomach meridian. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), each acupuncture point has specific indications and functions. Here’s some information about ST-34: Location Of Stomach 34 ST-34 is located on the anterior aspect of the thigh. It is about … [Read more…]
Acupressure points offer relief from stress, improved sleep quality, and tension headaches. With minimal side effects, they provide significant benefits for patients, making them a valuable therapeutic option. This is more than just acupressure for stress relief, as the list of conditions that acupressure may benefit is a list that is ever growing. Acupressure is … [Read more…]
Liver 3 (Lv 3, Liv3) acupuncture point, also known as “Taichong” or “Great Rushing”, is a commonly used point in acupuncture and has multiple functions from both a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and bio-scientific perspective. This article contain affiliate links in which we earn a small percentage from the sales of products bought which helps … [Read more…]
The acupuncture point Spleen 10 (SP 10), also known as “Xuehai” in Pinyin or “Sea of Blood” in English, is primarily associated with treating conditions related to blood in TCM. This includes being able to enhance blood “invigorating”, or circulation through a bio-medical perspective. Blood pathologies are also related to many skin disorders in TCM … [Read more…]