Exploration of Acupoint Sensitization Phenomenon and Characteristics
Acupoint sensitization refers to the dynamic process in which acupoints transition from a dormant state to an activated state.The types of acupoint sensitization include both morphological changes and functional state alterations.Detection methods corresponding to these changes can be employed to investigate sensitized acupoints.This study explored the phenomenon of acupoint sensitization based on its characteristics,including the theoretical foundation in Chinese medicine,types of sensitization,research on sensitization imaging techniques,underlying mechanisms of sensitization,clinical diagnosis and therapeutic significance.It nails down the diagnostic and therapeutic value of acupoint sensitization and its research directions,thereby advancing acupoint sensitization research.
Acupoint sensitizationSensitization imagingAcupuncture and moxibustion