What is Command Points?

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A set of four specific points (or sometimes more) that have a broad therapeutic effect on particular regions or types of disorders in the body, such as the head and neck, back, abdomen, or face.

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Command Points belongs to the Point Categories group of Traditional Chinese Medicine terminology. Browse the full TCM glossary or the related terms below.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Command Points in Traditional Chinese Medicine?

A set of four specific points (or sometimes more) that have a broad therapeutic effect on particular regions or types of disorders in the body, such as the head and neck, back, abdomen, or face.

What category does Command Points belong to?

Command Points is part of the Point Categories group of TCM concepts.

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