[On functional area of Back-shu based on relationship between Back-shu points and Jiaji points].
OBJECTIVE
To prove the existence of functional area of Back-shu and provide a new thinking for clinical practice.


METHODS
The consistency between the Back-shu points and Jiaji points at the same level of spinal column was discussed from the origin and development, mechanisms and clinical application of Back-shu and Jiaji points.


CONCLUSIONS
The points at the same level of spinal column has same origin of development, mechanisms and clinical functions, so as to prove the existence of functional area of Back-shu.
Cui
Cheng-Bin
CB
Institute of Acupuncture & Moxibustion China Academy of TCM, Beijing 100700, China. cuichengbin@eyou.com
Wang
Jing-Jing
JJ
Wu
Zhong-Chao
ZC
D015669:Acupuncture Points; D006801:Humans