What is Entry and Exit Points?

Rù Chū Xué · 入出穴 · Point Categories

The points where qi enters and exits a meridian, marking the beginning and end of its pathway; they are sometimes used to facilitate the smooth flow of qi along the entire meridian.

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Entry and Exit 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 Entry and Exit Points in Traditional Chinese Medicine?

The points where qi enters and exits a meridian, marking the beginning and end of its pathway; they are sometimes used to facilitate the smooth flow of qi along the entire meridian.

What category does Entry and Exit Points belong to?

Entry and Exit Points is part of the Point Categories group of TCM concepts.

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