Which therapies utilize special points in TCVM?

In Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM), special points play a vital role primarily in therapies that are directly related to manipulating energy flow and restoring balance within the body. Acupuncture, herbal therapy, and moxibustion specifically utilize special points due to their focus on stimulating the body’s meridians and enhancing the flow of Qi (energy).

Acupuncture involves the insertion of needles into these special points to promote healing and alleviate various conditions. Herbal therapy often incorporates specific formulas that are intended to target certain points or pathways in the body, enhancing the therapeutic effect. Moxibustion, which involves the application of heat from burning mugwort near acupuncture points, also targets these special points to improve circulation and support overall health.

While hydrotherapy, aromatherapy, and physical therapy provide beneficial treatments, they do not primarily rely on the stimulation or manipulation of special points associated with the flow of Qi. Therefore, they do not utilize special points in the same way that acupuncture, herbal therapy, and moxibustion do, making the latter the correct choice for therapies that specifically integrate these points within TCVM practices.