What is Sun Si Miao's 13 Ghost Points?

Sūn Sī Miǎo Shísān Guǐ Xué · 孙思邈十三鬼穴 · Point Categories

A specific sequence of thirteen points identified by the famous physician Sun Si Miao, historically used for treating severe mental illness, epilepsy, and conditions believed to be caused by malevolent spirits.

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Sun Si Miao's 13 Ghost 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 Sun Si Miao's 13 Ghost Points in Traditional Chinese Medicine?

A specific sequence of thirteen points identified by the famous physician Sun Si Miao, historically used for treating severe mental illness, epilepsy, and conditions believed to be caused by malevolent spirits.

What category does Sun Si Miao's 13 Ghost Points belong to?

Sun Si Miao's 13 Ghost Points is part of the Point Categories group of TCM concepts.

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