Application of "Sancai principle" for needle-knife treatment of bi syndrome of neck region / 中国针灸

Under the guidance of the "Sancai principle", based on the understanding of the etiology and pathogenesis of the imbalance of muscles and bones in bi syndrome of neck region, holistic treatment should be used. The needle-knife release therapy is applied at corresponding acupoints in the three parts i.e. head, neck and back including Tiancai points (Naohu [GV 17] and Naokong [GB 19]), Rencai points (neck Jiaji [EX-B 2]), and Dicai points (Dazhui [GV 14], Quyuan [SI 13] and Tianzong [SI 11]). According to the layers of the lesion's meridians and muscles, the needle-knife is inserted into skin, muscle and bone to relax the tendons and treat bone disorders, and restore the normal mechanical balance of neck.

"Discussion on ""Sancai"", ""Zhonghe"" and TCM" / 中国中医药信息杂志

Sancai and Zhonghe are important parts of Chinese traditional culture. Their enriched connotation continues to influence Chinese ancient science and the development of TCM. Sancai-Zhonghe-TCM is a complex relationship, and this article focused on the relationship among the three. This article pointed out that the Zhongheand Sky and Earth form Sancai; Zhonghe and human corresponding reflects the overall concept of TCM, and is further enrichment of the unique theoretical system of TCM between man and universe correspondence. Zhonghe and qi corresponding has an important influence on the TCM essence, qi and spirit theory, supplemented by charts to describe.

Relationship between needling layers and needling sensations in acupuncture / 中国针灸

Based on the(literally three talents referring to "earth", "human" and "heaven") and(literally five organs referring to skin, muscle, vessel, tendon and bone, which correspond to five internal organs: lungs, spleen, heart, liver and kidney respectively) in(), as well as the tissue structure theory of modern anatomy, and in combination with the clinical practice of acupuncture by the author in the past over 30 years, it is proposed that four layers are divided in needling depth of acupuncture. The different needling sensations are induced at different layers. The first layer is the skin. When the needle is inserted into the skin, the main sensation is "pain". The second layer is the subcutaneous layer (superficial fascia). The needle tip at this layer generates a strong "swelling" sensation, which radiates along a certain direction. The third layer is the deep fascia and muscle layer. If the needle tip touches the deep fascia, there is a "heavy" feeling. If the needle tip goes into the muscle, an "acid" sensation will occur. The fourth layer is the periosteum and bone layer, which produces a strong sensation of "pain" when touched by the needle tip. In addition, each layer has blood vessels and nerve distribution. When the needle tip touches the blood vessels, a sense of "pain" happens. If the needle tip touches the nerve, there will be a sensation of numbness, which spreads along the direction of nerve conduction. On the contrary, through the patient's needling sensations, we can roughly know which layer and direction the needle tip goes. Better understanding of the relationship between the needling layers and needling sensations contributes to the further study of needling techniques, therapeutic effects of acupuncture and patient's sensations. It is significant for the regulations of needling sensations in patients.