Treatment based on meridian differentiation and its application in clinical acupuncture research: reflections and recommendations.
10.13703/j.0255-2930.20240321-k0002
- Author:
Jing HE
1
;
Cong CHE
1
;
Ying ZHOU
1
;
Xueqi TENG
1
;
Hongxiu CHEN
1
;
Jialin JIA
1
;
Tie LI
1
Author Information
1. College of Acupuncture-Moxibustion and Tuina, Changchun University of CM, Changchun 130117, Jilin Province, China.
- Publication Type:Review
- Keywords:
acupuncture;
clinical application;
meridian theory;
treatment based on meridian differentiation
- MeSH:
Humans;
Meridians;
Acupuncture Therapy/methods*;
Acupuncture Points;
Medicine, Chinese Traditional
- From:
Chinese Acupuncture & Moxibustion
2025;45(5):708-712
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
Treatment based on meridian differentiation is a characteristic method in clinical acupuncture diagnosis and treatment. Accurately defining and explaining its main content and core concepts is essential for effective clinical guidance. This paper reviews the historical and contemporary understanding, concepts, and primary content of treatment based on meridian differentiation. It proposes a four-step process for clinical application: meridian examination, treatment based on meridian differentiation, acupoint selection, and appropriate treatment methods, with TCM syndrome differentiation applied throughout. Constructing a diagnostic and treatment system which is based on meridian differentiation and suited to clinical acupuncture is significant for enhancing therapeutic efficacy and maximizing the benefits of acupuncture in disease treatment.
