Clarify some cognitive problems of standardization of acupuncture and moxibustion based on the characteristics of disciplines / 中国针灸

ABSTRACT

At present, there is still a underrecognition of the standardization work of acupuncture and moxibustion and the confusion of the basic theory. In order to better advance the next step, it is necessary to review the way and clarify the understanding. Based on the definition, principles and methods of standardization, combined with the practice of standardization of acupuncture and moxibustion, this paper analyzes the relationship between standardization and modernization, standardization and individualization diagnosis and treatment, modern standards and traditional classics, as well as standard development and research, it is proposed to base on the development of disciplines, objectively analyze the different needs at home and abroad, as well as scientific research and clinical practice, and clarify the true purpose of standardization of acupuncture and moxibustion. Standard cannot be simply developed on the base of the individual characteristics of acupuncture, and it is not possible to simply develop acupuncture with standardized concepts and methods. It is necessary to return to acupuncture itself and re-examine acupuncture and moxibustion from a standardized perspective, e.g.in-depth analysis and reflection on which characteristics of acupuncture need to be standardized, how to standardize. It is proposed that the scientific research should be organically combined with the development of standards, and drafting should be in compliance with the rules and the quality of the standard should be improved, so as to truly promote the development of the discipline of acupuncture.