1997•American journal of acupunctureRequires access

The contraindicated (forbidden) points of acupuncture for needling, moxibustion and pregnancy

Ralph Alan Dale

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Certain acupuncture points have been traditionally designated as contraindicated for needling, for moxibustion, or under special conditions. This article discusses the bases and sources for these prohibitions. Summary tables organize the points according to those contraindicated for comparatively shallow and deep needling, for moxibustion, and during pregnancy.

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Key concepts: Dry needling, Moxibustion, Medicine, Acupuncture, Pregnancy, Traditional medicine, Acupuncture therapy, Physical therapy