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Treatment application site, apparatus and treatment procedures of MM, WAA, MPS and FA
| MM | WAA | MPS | FA | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Treatment application site | Ashi acupuncture points: points where the patient experiences comfort or pain upon palpation, and they also serve as points for relieving the symptoms. | A total of twelve acupuncture points: six points located 2 cun away from the midline in the superior-inferior and medial-lateral directions, and six points located 3 cun away from the ankle joint in the superior-inferior direction. | Painful point. | Selecting an acupuncture point within approximately 6 to 10 cm from the painful point in various directions for needling. |
| Apparatus | Large needle | Fine needle | Acupuncture, massage, ultrasound therapy, dry needle | Floating acupuncture |
| Treatment procedures | Burnt acupuncture: after heating the large needle in fire, it is inserted into the skin, followed by immediate application of moxibustion. | Insertion needle: inserting the needle at a 30-degree angle transversely. Withdrawing the needle: if there is no relief or improvement, re-insert the needle. Retention of the needle: typically for 30 minutes, or up to 1∼2 hours in severe cases, with a maximum of 48 hours. Treatment frequency: acute cases usually require once daily, while typical cases are treated 2∼3 times per week. |
Insertion needle: inserting the needle at an angle of 45∼60 degrees. Lifting-thrusting needle: Up to 2∼3 times. Retention of the needle: 10 minutes. Treatment frequency: 1∼2 times per week. |
Insertion needle: Inserting the needle at a 15∼20 degree angle transversely. Manipulation of the needle: sweeping (200 rotations in 2 minutes). Retention of the needle: after removing the needle handle, secure it with adhesive tape for 24∼48 hours. Treatment frequency: 2 times per week for acute conditions, and 3 or more times per week for chronic conditions. |