Ancient and Modern Studies on Point Weiwanxiashu(Ex-B3)
10.13460/j.issn.1005-0957.2014.12.1163
- VernacularTitle:胃脘下俞穴的古今研究
- Author:
Shan GAO
;
Rui LI
;
Huanhuan TIAN
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Point,Weiwanxiashu(Ex-B3);
Anatomical structure;
Experimental study;
Clinical application;
Research on acupoints
- From:
Shanghai Journal of Acupuncture and Moxibustion
2014;(12):1163-1166
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Point Weiwanxiashu(Ex-B3)is an empirical acupoint for treating diabetes effectively. It pertains to extraordinary points in “The National Standard–Acupuncture Points” and is located at 1.5 cunlateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the eighth thoracic vertebra. This article explores the anatomical structure, functional characteristics, experimental study andclinical application of point Weiwanxiashu in order to provide a theoretical and experimental basis for clinical acupuncture point selection and treatment of diabetes.
