Introduction to Auricular Acupuncture Auricular acupuncture, or ear acupuncture, is a fascinating subset of acupuncture that focuses on points located within the ear. As a microsystem, the ear reflects the entire body, and points within it correspond to various organs, emotions, and physiological functions. This system has been utilized for centuries and has evolved into … [Read more…]
Large Intestines 4, also known as LI4, LI-4, or LI 4 (“Hegu” in TCM, gō koku in Korean Acupuncture) is one of the most well-known and widely used acupuncture points. As soon as you point to the area between the thumb and index finger, most people recognize it. It’s that point people instinctively press when … [Read more…]
Lung 10 (Lu10 or Lu 10) is known as “Yuji:, meaning “Fish Border,” which reflects its location along the fleshy border of the thenar eminence (Thumb). Lung 10 Point Location Lung 10 is located on the thumb at the midpoint of the first metacarpal bone.1 To locate it, have the patient spread their thumb outward. … [Read more…]
Kidney 3 (Kd 3, Taixi or “Greater Stream” ) is an important point to discuss due to its wide range of benefits and frequent use in acupuncture. As a yuan-primary point, it holds significant energy for the kidney meridian, serving as a powerful tool in treatments related to overall vitality. Kidneys Are Vital For Survival … [Read more…]
Spleen 9 Overview Spleen 9, also known as Yin Ling Quan or “Yin Mound Spring”, is a frequently used acupuncture point in clinical practice. It is the Yuan Primary point of the Spleen meridian, often paired with other points for enhancing its therapeutic effects. Spleen 9 is particularly effective in draining dampness from the body, … [Read more…]
Let’s come back to Stomach 34, ST-34 (“Liang Qiu” or bright valley), a point I frequently use in the clinical. I wanted to provide some more insight and provide a more comprehensive overview. This point is effective in both acupuncture and acupressure, and today, we’re going to cover its uses in both. Stomach 34 has … [Read more…]
Let’s explore a point I frequently use in clinical practice – San Jiao 6 (SJ 6), also known as Zhigou. This point is quite versatile and effective in treatment, which is why it deserves special attention. In this article, we’ll cover the basic functions of San Jiao 6 and examine its localized significance. We’ll also … [Read more…]
Heart 6 (Yinxi) is located just 0.5 cun below Heart 7. For a more detailed understanding of the point’s location, feel free to refer to the previous article, where we covered Heart 7 extensively. Additionally, I’ve included point location visuals in this blog post to help clarify the exact position of Heart 6. Point Location … [Read more…]
What is Yintang? Yintang (EX-HN3) is used on a daily basis clinically, as it provides a sense of calmness and stress relief for a majority of patients. It is easily accessible, and can provide a good lead-in for the treatment. Yin in Traditional Chinese Medicine refers to the softer side of life, more relaxed. It … [Read more…]
GB20 is a point I used frequent in the clinic. It is also on of the points that does not require deep insertions of the needles due to the nature of the location. It is used clinically for many different disorders and can be utilized in different patient settings. GB20 Acupuncture Point Location In the … [Read more…]