Theoretical study of corresponding points for pain
Bidan, L.; Gong, P.; Zhang, W.; Li, J.; Huang, J.; Yu, Z.
Zhongguo Zhen Jiu 35(1): 77-79
2015
ISSN/ISBN: 0255-2930 PMID: 25906577 Document Number: 684835
The theoretical basis of "corresponding points" originates from opposing needling, contralateral needling and distal needling in acupuncture. It is to select points in corresponding area that is distant from diseased re gion to balance yin and yang and to activate meridians. Acupuncture at corresponding points, through reflex regu- lation of nervous system. could activate protective inhibition of cerebral cortex and cutoff of local malignant stimu lation, leading to quick elimination of pain. In clinic, it is mostly used for pain-related diseases.