Luo Connecting Yuan Source Flashcards
What are Luo connecting points?
Luo connecting points are acupuncture points that connect the primary meridians to their respective branches.
What are Yuan source points?
Yuan source points are acupuncture points that are associated with the source energy of the organ they correspond to.
True or False: Each primary meridian has a corresponding Luo connecting point.
True
Fill in the blank: The Luo connecting point for the Lung meridian is _____.
Luo 7 (Lieque)
Which Luo connecting point is associated with the Heart meridian?
Luo 5 (Tongli)
What is the Yuan source point for the Kidney meridian?
Kidney 3 (Taixi)
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a Yuan source point? A) Stomach 36, B) Liver 3, C) Spleen 3, D) Heart 7
C) Spleen 3
True or False: Luo connecting points are used primarily for treating emotional issues.
False
What is the significance of Yuan source points in Traditional Chinese Medicine?
Yuan source points are believed to enhance the body’s innate healing capabilities and balance the organ’s energy.
Fill in the blank: The Luo connecting point for the Large Intestine is _____.
Luo 6 (Pianli)
What is the Luo connecting point for the Spleen meridian?
Luo 4 (Gongsun)
Multiple Choice: Which point is NOT a Yuan source point? A) Lung 9, B) Pericardium 7, C) Gallbladder 34, D) Liver 3
C) Gallbladder 34
True or False: The Stomach meridian has a Luo connecting point.
True
What is the Luo connecting point for the Bladder meridian?
BL58 Feiyang
Fill in the blank: The Yuan source point for the Pericardium meridian is _____.
Pericardium 7 (Daling)
What are the two main functions of Luo connecting points?
They connect primary meridians and can also regulate the flow of Qi and blood.
Multiple Choice: Which organ’s Yuan source point is located at the wrist? A) Liver, B) Heart, C) Spleen, D) Kidney
B) Heart
What is the Luo connecting point for the Triple Warmer meridian?
Luo 5 (Waiguan)
True or False: Yuan source points can be used to treat chronic conditions.
True
Fill in the blank: The Yuan source point for the Gallbladder meridian is _____.
Gallbladder 40 (Qiu Xu)
Which Luo connecting point is associated with the Small Intestine meridian?
Luo 7 (Xiaohai)
What is the primary purpose of using Luo connecting points in acupuncture?
To balance and harmonize the flow of Qi within the body.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following points is a Luo connecting point? A) Stomach 36, B) Lung 7, C) Spleen 6, D) Heart 3
B) Lung 7
What is the Yuan source point for the Liver meridian?
Liver 3 (Taichong)
