1.
What is the Chinese name for SJ 1 (it means Rushing Pass)?
Explanation
The Chinese name for SJ 1 is Guanchong, which translates to Rushing Pass.
2.
What is the Jing Well point of the SJ channel?
Explanation
SJ 1 is the Jing Well point of the SJ channel. Jing Well points are the first points on each meridian and are considered to be the most distal points. They are known for their ability to clear heat and strongly regulate the flow of Qi and Blood in the meridian. SJ 1 specifically is located on the dorsal aspect of the hand, in the depression proximal to the margin of the web between the fourth and fifth fingers. It is commonly used for conditions such as headache, neck pain, and sore throat.
3.
SJ 1 Guanchong is located on the dorsal aspect of the __________ finger, at the junction of lines drawn along the __________ border of the nail and the base of the nail, approximately 0.1 cun from the corner of the nail.
Explanation
The correct answer is "ring lateral, fourth lateral, 4th lateral". This answer refers to the location of SJ 1 Guanchong acupoint, which is found on the dorsal aspect of the ring finger. It is situated at the junction of lines drawn along the lateral border of the nail and the base of the nail, approximately 0.1 cun from the corner of the nail.
4.
What is the Chinese name of SJ 2 (it means Fluid Gate)?
5.
What is the Ying Spring point of the SJ channel?
Explanation
The Ying Spring point of the SJ channel is SJ 2.
6.
SJ 2 is located between the __________ and __________ fingers, __________ cun proximal to the margin of the web.
7.
What is the Chinese name of SJ 3 (it means Central Islet)?
Explanation
The Chinese name for SJ 3, which means Central Islet, is Zhongzhu.
8.
What is the Shu Stream point of the SJ channel?
Explanation
SJ 3 is the Shu Stream point of the SJ channel. In Chinese medicine, the Shu Stream points are located on the lower limbs and are known for their ability to treat conditions related to the channel they belong to. SJ 3 is the Shu Stream point of the San Jiao (SJ) channel, which is associated with the upper body and the functions of the triple burner. Stimulating SJ 3 can help regulate the flow of Qi and blood in the SJ channel, as well as treat conditions such as headaches, earaches, and throat problems.
9.
SJ 3 Zhongzhu is located on the dorsum of the hand, in the depression just _________ to the fourth and fifth __________ - __________ joints.
Explanation
SJ 3 Zhongzhu is located on the dorsum of the hand, in the depression just proximal to the fourth and fifth metacarpophalangeal joints.
10.
What is the Chinese name for SJ 4 (it means Yang Pool)?
Explanation
Yangchi is the Chinese name for SJ 4, which is also known as the Yang Pool.
11.
What is the Yuan Source Point of the SJ channel?
Explanation
SJ 4 is the Yuan Source Point of the SJ (San Jiao) channel. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the Yuan Source Points are considered to be the points where the Qi of the channel is most abundant and where it originates. These points are believed to have a strong effect on the corresponding channel and its related organs. SJ 4 is located on the dorsum of the hand, between the fourth and fifth metacarpal bones. It is commonly used in the treatment of conditions related to the San Jiao channel, such as headaches, dizziness, and ear disorders.
12.
SJ 4 Yangchi is located on the dorsum of the wrist, at the level of the wrist joint, in the depression between the tendons of extensor digitorum __________ and extensor digiti _________.
Explanation
The correct answer is "communis minimi." SJ 4 Yangchi is located on the dorsum of the wrist, at the level of the wrist joint, in the depression between the tendons of extensor digitorum communis and extensor digiti minimi.
13.
What is the Chinese name of SJ 5 (Outer Pass)?
Explanation
The Chinese name for SJ 5 (Outer Pass) is Waiguan.
14.
What is the Luo Connecting point of the SJ Channel?
Explanation
The Luo Connecting point of the SJ Channel is SJ 5.
15.
What is the Master Point of the Yang Linking (Yangwei) Vessel?
Explanation
The Master Point of the Yang Linking (Yangwei) Vessel is SJ 5.
16.
SJ 5 Waiguan is located __________ cun proximal to Yangchi SJ 4, in the depression between the radius and the ___________, on the radial side of the __________ digitorum communis tendons.
Explanation
SJ 5 Waiguan is located 2 cun proximal to Yangchi SJ 4, in the depression between the radius and the ulna extensor, on the radial side of the digitorum communis tendons.
17.
What is the Chinese name for SJ 6 (it means Branch Ditch)?
Explanation
Zhigou is the Chinese name for SJ 6 and it means "Branch Ditch".
18.
What is the Jing River point of the SJ channel?
Explanation
SJ 6 is the Jing River point of the SJ channel. In traditional Chinese medicine, the Jing River points are specific acupuncture points that are believed to have a strong effect on the flow of Qi (energy) along the meridian. SJ 6 is one of these points located on the San Jiao (SJ) channel. Stimulating this point is believed to help regulate the flow of Qi in the San Jiao channel and treat various conditions associated with this meridian, such as headaches, shoulder pain, and digestive issues.
19.
SJ 6 Zhigou is located __________ cun proximal to Yangchi SJ 4, in the depression between the __________ and ulna, on the __________ side of the extensor digitorum communis muscle.
Explanation
SJ 6 Zhigou is located 2 cun proximal to Yangchi SJ 4, in the depression between the radius and ulna, on the radial side of the extensor digitorum communis muscle.
20.
What is the Chinese name for SJ 7 (it means Ancestral Meeting)?
Explanation
Huizong is the correct answer for the Chinese name of SJ 7, which means Ancestral Meeting.
21.
What is the Xi Cleft point of the SJ Channel?
Explanation
The Xi Cleft point of the SJ Channel is SJ 7.
22.
SJ 7 Huizong is located __________ cun proximal to Yangchi SJ 4, level with and on the __________ side of Zhigou SJ 6, in the depression between the ___________ and the extensor digitorum communis muscle.
Explanation
SJ 7 Huizong is located 3 cun proximal to Yangchi SJ 4, level with and on the ulnar side of Zhigou SJ 6, in the depression between the ulna and the extensor digitorum communis muscle.
23.
What is the Chinese name of SJ 8 (it means 3 Yang Luo)?
Explanation
The Chinese name for SJ 8, which means 3 Yang Luo, is Sanyangluo.
24.
SJ 8 Sanyangluo is located __________ cun proximal to Yangchi SJ 4, in the depression between the _________ and ulna, on the radial side of the extensor digitorum __________ muscle.
Explanation
SJ 8 Sanyangluo is located 4 cun proximal to Yangchi SJ 4, in the depression between the radius and ulna, on the radial side of the extensor digitorum communis muscle.
25.
What is the Chinese name of SJ 10 (it means Heavenly Well)?
Explanation
The Chinese name for SJ 10, which means Heavenly Well, is Tianjing.
26.
What is the He Sea Point of the SJ channel?
Explanation
The He Sea Point of the SJ channel is SJ 10.
27.
SJ 10 Tianjing is located with the elbow flexed, and is located in the depression __________ cun proximal to the __________.
Explanation
SJ 10 Tianjing is an acupuncture point located on the arm with the elbow flexed. It is specifically located in the depression that is one cun proximal to the olecranon, which is the bony prominence at the end of the ulna bone in the forearm. This acupuncture point is commonly used for treating pain and stiffness in the arm, elbow, and shoulder.
28.
What is the Chinese name of SJ 14 (it means Shoulder Crevice)?
Explanation
Jianliao is the Chinese name for SJ 14, which means Shoulder Crevice.
29.
SJ 14 JIanliao is located at the origin of the __________ muscle, in the depression which lies posterior and __________ to the lateral extremity of the __________.
Explanation
The SJ 14 Jianliao acupoint is located at the origin of the deltoid muscle, in the depression which lies posterior and inferior to the lateral extremity of the acromion.
30.
What is the Chinese name of SJ 16 (it means Window of Heaven)?
Explanation
The Chinese name for SJ 16 is Tianyou, which translates to "Window of Heaven." This name is likely given to this specific point in traditional Chinese medicine due to its location on the body and its believed effects on the flow of energy. The term "Window of Heaven" suggests that this point is a gateway to the heavens, allowing for the passage of energy and promoting balance and well-being.
31.
SJ 16 Tianyou is located on the posterior border of the _______________ muscle (abbreviation okay), approximately _________ cun inferior to Wangu GB __________, on a line drawn between Tianzhu UB 10 and Tianrong SI 17.
Explanation
The correct answer is SCM 1 12. This answer refers to the location of SJ 16 Tianyou, which is located on the posterior border of the SCM (sternocleidomastoid) muscle, approximately 1.2 cun inferior to Wangu GB 12, on a line drawn between Tianzhu UB 10 and Tianrong SI 17.
32.
What is the Chinese name of SJ 17 (it means Wind Screen)?
Explanation
Yifeng is the Chinese name for SJ 17, which means "Wind Screen." This suggests that Yifeng is the correct answer to the question, as it directly corresponds to the meaning of "Wind Screen" in Chinese.
33.
SJ 17 Yifeng is located behind the __________, between the ramus of the __________ and the __________ process, in the depression just superior to the palpable transverse process of the first cervical vertebra.
Explanation
The SJ 17 Yifeng acupoint is situated in the area behind the earlobe, between the ramus of the mandible and the mastoid process. It is specifically found in the depression just above the palpable transverse process of the first cervical vertebra.
34.
What is the Chinese name of SJ 20 (it means Minute Angle)?
Explanation
The Chinese name for SJ 20, which means Minute Angle, is Jiaosun.
35.
SJ 20 Jiaosun is located on the side of the head, directly level with the __________ of the ear when the ear is folded __________.
Explanation
The correct answer is "apex forwards, apex forward". This is because the question is asking for the location of SJ 20 Jiaosun, which is on the side of the head. It is specifically level with the apex of the ear when the ear is folded forwards. Therefore, both "apex forwards" and "apex forward" accurately describe the correct location.
36.
What is the Chinese name of SJ 21 (it means Ear Gate)?
Explanation
The Chinese name for SJ 21 is Ermen, which translates to "Ear Gate." This suggests that SJ 21 is a specific acupuncture point located near the ear that is associated with the concept of the "Ear Gate" in Chinese medicine.
37.
SJ 21 Ermen is located in the depression anterior to the __________ notch and slightly superior to the condyloid process of the ___________.
Explanation
The correct answer is "supratragic mandible." The explanation for this answer is that SJ 21 Ermen is located in the depression anterior to the supratragic notch and slightly superior to the condyloid process of the mandible.
38.
What is the Chinese name of SJ 23 (Silken Bamboo Hollow)?
Explanation
The Chinese name for SJ 23 is Sizhukong.
39.
SJ 23 Sizhukong is located in the depression on the __________ margin, at the lateral end of the __________.
Explanation
SJ 23 Sizhukong is located in the depression on the supraorbital eyebrow margin, at the lateral end. This means that SJ 23 is a specific point on the supraorbital eyebrow where there is a depression or hollow. It is situated towards the outer side or lateral end of the supraorbital eyebrow.
40.
What is the Chinese name for GB 1 (it means Pupil Crevice)?
Explanation
Tongziliao is the Chinese name for GB 1, which translates to "Pupil Crevice" in English.
41.
GB 1 Tonziliao is located in the hollow on the lateral side of the __________ margin, approximately __________ cun lateral to the outer __________.
Explanation
GB 1 Tonziliao is located in the hollow on the lateral side of the orbital margin, approximately 0.5 cun lateral to the outer canthus.
42.
What is the Chinese name for GB 2 (it means Meeting of Hearing)?
Explanation
The Chinese name for GB 2 is Tinghui, which translates to "Meeting of Hearing."
43.
GB 2 Tinghui is located in the hollow between the __________ notch posteriorly and the condyloid process of the __________ anteriorly. Locate this point with the mouth wide open.
Explanation
The correct answer is "intertragic mandible." This answer accurately describes the location of GB 2 Tinghui, which is located in the hollow between the intertragic notch posteriorly and the condyloid process of the mandible anteriorly. This point can be located by opening the mouth wide.
44.
What is the Chinese name of GB 9 (it means Heavenly Rushing)?
Explanation
Tianchong is the Chinese name for GB 9, which translates to "Heavenly Rushing." This suggests that Tianchong is the correct answer for the Chinese name of GB 9, as it aligns with the given meaning.
45.
GB 9 Tianchong is located above the __________, in the depression __________ cun posterior to Shuaigu GB 8.
Explanation
The correct answer is "ear 0.5" because it is stated in the question that GB 9 Tianchong is located above something, and the only option provided that could be located above is the ear. Additionally, the question mentions the specific location of GB 9 Tianchong in relation to Shuaigu GB 8, which further supports the answer choice of "ear 0.5" being the correct location.
46.
What is the Chinese name of GB 12 (it means Mastoid Process)?
Explanation
The Chinese name for GB 12, which means Mastoid Process, is "Wangu".
47.
GB 12 Wangu is located in the depression just __________ and inferior to the __________ process.
Explanation
The correct answer is "posterior mastoid." GB 12 Wangu is located in the depression just posterior and inferior to the mastoid process.
48.
What is the Chinese name for GB 13 (it means Root of the Spirit)?
Explanation
The Chinese name for GB 13 is Benshen, which translates to "Root of the Spirit." This suggests that GB 13 is believed to have a significant impact on one's spiritual well-being or essence.
49.
GB 13 Benshen is located on the forehead, __________ cun within the __________ hairline, two thirds of the distance between Shenting Du 24 and Touwei Stomach __________.
Explanation
The correct answer is "0.5 anterior 8". This means that GB 13 Benshen is located on the forehead, 0.5 cun anterior to the hairline, two-thirds of the distance between Shenting Du 24 and Touwei Stomach 8.
50.
What is the Chinese name for GB 14 (it means Yang White)?
Explanation
Yangbai is the Chinese name for GB 14, and it means "Yang White".