Luo Connecting Yuan Source Flashcards

1
Q

What are Luo connecting points?

A

Luo connecting points are acupuncture points that connect the primary meridians to their respective branches.

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What are Yuan source points?

A

Yuan source points are acupuncture points that are associated with the source energy of the organ they correspond to.

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3
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True or False: Each primary meridian has a corresponding Luo connecting point.

A

True

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4
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Fill in the blank: The Luo connecting point for the Lung meridian is _____.

A

Luo 7 (Lieque)

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5
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Which Luo connecting point is associated with the Heart meridian?

A

Luo 5 (Tongli)

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6
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What is the Yuan source point for the Kidney meridian?

A

Kidney 3 (Taixi)

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a Yuan source point? A) Stomach 36, B) Liver 3, C) Spleen 3, D) Heart 7

A

C) Spleen 3

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8
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True or False: Luo connecting points are used primarily for treating emotional issues.

A

False

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9
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What is the significance of Yuan source points in Traditional Chinese Medicine?

A

Yuan source points are believed to enhance the body’s innate healing capabilities and balance the organ’s energy.

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10
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Fill in the blank: The Luo connecting point for the Large Intestine is _____.

A

Luo 6 (Pianli)

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What is the Luo connecting point for the Spleen meridian?

A

Luo 4 (Gongsun)

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Multiple Choice: Which point is NOT a Yuan source point? A) Lung 9, B) Pericardium 7, C) Gallbladder 34, D) Liver 3

A

C) Gallbladder 34

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13
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True or False: The Stomach meridian has a Luo connecting point.

A

True

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14
Q

What is the Luo connecting point for the Bladder meridian?

A

Luo 4 (Weiyang)

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15
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Fill in the blank: The Yuan source point for the Pericardium meridian is _____.

A

Pericardium 7 (Daling)

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16
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What are the two main functions of Luo connecting points?

A

They connect primary meridians and can also regulate the flow of Qi and blood.

17
Q

Multiple Choice: Which organ’s Yuan source point is located at the wrist? A) Liver, B) Heart, C) Spleen, D) Kidney

A

B) Heart

18
Q

What is the Luo connecting point for the Triple Warmer meridian?

A

Luo 5 (Waiguan)

19
Q

True or False: Yuan source points can be used to treat chronic conditions.

A

True

20
Q

Fill in the blank: The Yuan source point for the Gallbladder meridian is _____.

A

Gallbladder 40 (Qiu Xu)

21
Q

Which Luo connecting point is associated with the Small Intestine meridian?

A

Luo 7 (Xiaohai)

22
Q

What is the primary purpose of using Luo connecting points in acupuncture?

A

To balance and harmonize the flow of Qi within the body.

23
Q

Multiple Choice: Which of the following points is a Luo connecting point? A) Stomach 36, B) Lung 7, C) Spleen 6, D) Heart 3

A

B) Lung 7

24
Q

What is the Yuan source point for the Liver meridian?

A

Liver 3 (Taichong)