Acupuncture points | Location | Needling manipulation |
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Dubi (ST-35)1 | In the depression of the lateral part of the patella ligament, when the knee is bent. | Slightly towards the medial side*. |
Medial Xiyan (Extra)1 | In the depression of the medial part of the patella ligament, when the knee is bent. | Slightly towards the lateral side**. |
Trigger point2 | At the level of the joint line, midpoint between the medial Xiyan and Ququan. | Straight insertion*. |
Ququan (Liv-8)2 | At the medial end of the knee crease, in front of the semi-membranous muscle behind the lower end of the femur. | Straight insertion**. |