ABSTRACT
With his unique comprehension, theoretical contribution and technique of acupuncture, Professor HE Pu-ren has devoted himself into the career of Chinese Medicine for 70 years. Besides the professional contributions, his academic spirit and idea of humanities are also handed down to the next generation. And it is held that his success rests with the spirit of both imitation of the ancients and innovation as well as the practical idea and insistence.
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Acupuncture , China , History, 20th CenturyABSTRACT
Professor He Pu-ren, the founder of Santong method of acupuncture and moxibustion, is a well known acupuncturist at home and abroad. His main contributions include combined martial arts and Chinese medicine, showing obvious therapeutic effect; taking part in establishment of The Department of Acupuncture, Beijing Chinese Medicine Hospital; creating Santong method of acupuncture and moxibustion; advocating fire needle therapy; writing medical books and teaching students; advocating the culture of acupuncture; making the metal model of acupuncture and moxibustion, and others. His achievements have become an important part of acupuncture and moxibustion science.