Discussion on the concepts of Xigu and acupoint.
- Author:
Bing LIU
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- MeSH:
Acupuncture Points;
Acupuncture Therapy;
history;
China;
History, Ancient;
Humans;
Medicine in Literature
- From:
Chinese Acupuncture & Moxibustion
2014;34(8):772-774
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Xigu is an important term and concept in the theory of acupuncture and moxibustion. In this paper, textual research is performed to trace the original meaning of the Inner Canon of Yellow Emperor; and by referencing medical experts' annotation and research in the history, the interpretation and annotation of Xigu is conducted. Besides, the relationship between Xigu and acupoint is discussed and emphasized. Hence, this paper could provide reference for acupoint theoretical research and clinical practice of acupuncture.
