What is Luo-Connecting Points?

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Points where the Luo (collateral) channels branch off from the main meridians to connect with their interiorly-exteriorly related meridian; they are used to treat disorders involving both meridians or conditions affecting the superficial and deep aspects of the body.

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Luo-Connecting 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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What is Luo-Connecting Points in Traditional Chinese Medicine?

Points where the Luo (collateral) channels branch off from the main meridians to connect with their interiorly-exteriorly related meridian; they are used to treat disorders involving both meridians or conditions affecting the superficial and deep aspects of the body.

What category does Luo-Connecting Points belong to?

Luo-Connecting Points is part of the Point Categories group of TCM concepts.

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