Correlation between heel vessel and human balance function.
- Author:
Hui TIAN
;
Di BIAN
;
Yuejiao SUI
;
Lu REN
;
Tieming MA
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- MeSH:
Acupuncture Points;
Acupuncture Therapy;
Humans;
Meridians;
Postural Balance
- From:
Chinese Acupuncture & Moxibustion
2015;35(4):352-354
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
The heel vessel belongs to the eight extra meridians in human meridian system, which is closely related to the human motion function. Balance function plays an essential role in successful completion of activities in daily life, so the physiological function and pathology of heel vessel as well as human balance function are analyzed, and from the aspect of running course of heel vessel and syndrome, the correlation between heel vessel and human balance function is explored, and the application status of acupoints related to heel vessel for balance dysfunction is introduced. It is believed that heel vessel is closely related to human balance function, especially the motion regulation mechanisms of balance function, and it is hoped that new ideas and methods can be provided for acupuncture treatment for the balance function disorders.
