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Acupuncture and Moxibustion Theories of Zhang Ji
Jiangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, China
Jiangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, China
Jiangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, China
- 1 Jiangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, China
- 2 Jiangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, China
- 3 Jiangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, China
Chinese Medicine·Volume 03 (2012)·Pages 124–127·Published 25 September 2012·DOI10.4236/cm.2012.33020
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Abstract
This paper introduces the clinical experiences on acupuncture and moxibustion of Zhang Zhongjing, who was regarded as “medical Saint” of Traditional Chinese Medicine. He gave indications for acupuncture and moxibustion, developed robbing fire or inversing fire acupuncture principles to treat febrile diseases. His theories on acupuncture and moxibustion are precious and could be reference in clinical practice.
KeywordsZhang ZhongjingTreaties on Febrile and Miscellaneous DiseasesGolden Chamber SynopsisIndicationTheoryAcupuncture Methods
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