acupoints
Needle insertion sites
Acupoints are specific locations on the body used in acupuncture and acupressure, where needles are inserted or pressure applied to influence the flow of energy.
Traditional Chinese medicine identifies hundreds of these points along pathways called meridians: The therapist pressed several acupoints along my spine.
Burning mugwort for healing
- shiatsuJapanese digit-pressure bodywork
- reflexologyFoot-point pressure therapy
- cuppingSkin suction healing method
- needlesSlender pointed instruments
meridians · stimulation · manipulation · palpation · bodywork · electroacupuncture · microsystems · dermatomes
Slender pointed instruments
- pressureForce upon contact
- stimulationEvoking a response
- palpationMedical examination by touch
- insertionPlacing something within
manipulation · compression · touch · tapping · bleeding · depth · angle · retention
Pole-to-pole geographic lines
Steadiness or amount owed
- harmonyAgreement or musical blend
- vitalityCapacity for spirited existence
- relaxationState of being unwound
- rejuvenationRestoration of youthful vigor
restoration · well-being · energy flow · holistic · therapeutic · self-care · pain relief · stress relief
moxibustion
Burning mugwort for healing
- shiatsuJapanese digit-pressure bodywork
- reflexologyFoot-point pressure therapy
- cuppingSkin suction healing method
needles · meridians · stimulation · manipulation · palpation · bodywork · electroacupuncture · microsystems · dermatomes · sedation
needles
Slender pointed instruments
- pressureForce upon contact
- stimulationEvoking a response
- palpationMedical examination by touch
insertion · manipulation · compression · touch · tapping · bleeding · depth · angle · retention
meridians
Pole-to-pole geographic lines
balance
Steadiness or amount owed
- harmonyAgreement or musical blend
- vitalityCapacity for spirited existence
- relaxationState of being unwound
rejuvenation · restoration · well-being · energy flow · holistic · therapeutic · self-care · pain relief · stress relief · circulation