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http://dx.doi.org/10.14406/acu.2022.009

Needling Depth of Five-Phase Acupoints and Depth of Meridian Qi  

Lee, Seoyoung (Acupuncture and Meridian Science Research Center, Kyung Hee University)
Lee, In-Seon (Acupuncture and Meridian Science Research Center, Kyung Hee University)
Chae, Younbyoung (Acupuncture and Meridian Science Research Center, Kyung Hee University)
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Korean Journal of Acupuncture / v.39, no.2, 2022 , pp. 63-67 More about this Journal
Abstract
Objectives : The purpose of this study was to investigate the needling depth of five-phase acupoints and discuss the association with the depth of meridian qi. Methods : DongUiBoGam was used to determine the depth of five-phase acupoints. The depth of needling at 60 five-phase acupoints was compared between well, spring, stream, river, and sea acupoints. Results : The proximal part of the extremities had deeper needling depth than the distal part of the extremities. The targeted deqi sensation can be related to the needling depth. Conclusions : The depth of the meridian qi is related to the distinct patterns of needling depth of five-phase acupoints.
Keywords
acupuncture; depth; five-phase acupoints; meridian qi;
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