摘要
In the present paper, the authors in troduce Professor YAN Li’s experie nce on clinical application of elongated needle for the treatment of gastralgia, migraine and hysteria by acupuncture of Zhongwan (中脘 CV 12). In addition, the y also introduce its operation methods and some points for attention. During ope ration of the elongated needle, the operator should manipulate it gently, avoidi ng rude insertion and rash withdrawal; rather, utilize the elasticity of the steel wire to press the needle downward slowly, and cause the favorable needlin g sensations to spread slowly downward to the affected region along with the mov ement of the needle body.
In the present paper, the authors in troduce Professor YAN Li's experie nce on clinical application of elongated needle for the treatment of gastralgia, migraine and hysteria by acupuncture of Zhongwan (中脘 CV 12). In addition, the y also introduce its operation methods and some points for attention. During ope ration of the elongated needle, the operator should manipulate it gently, avoidi ng rude insertion and rash withdrawal; rather, utilize the elasticity of the steel wire to press the needle downward slowly, and cause the favorable needlin g sensations to spread slowly downward to the affected region along with the mov ement of the needle body.
