What is Needle Angle?

Zhēn Jiǎo · 针角 · Acupuncture Technique

The specific orientation at which an acupuncture needle is inserted into the skin, which can be perpendicular, oblique, or transverse, depending on the point and desired effect.

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Needle Angle belongs to the Acupuncture Technique group of Traditional Chinese Medicine terminology. Browse the full TCM glossary or the related terms below.

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What is Needle Angle in Traditional Chinese Medicine?

The specific orientation at which an acupuncture needle is inserted into the skin, which can be perpendicular, oblique, or transverse, depending on the point and desired effect.

What category does Needle Angle belong to?

Needle Angle is part of the Acupuncture Technique group of TCM concepts.

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