NIH MeSH · D015669Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques and Equipment
Acupuncture Points
Also known asAcupuncture Point · Point, Acupuncture · Points, Acupuncture · Acupoints · Acupoint
Definition
Designated locations along nerves or organ meridians for inserting acupuncture needles.
MeSH classification
- E02.190.044.555.035
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What does Acupuncture Points mean in medicine?
Designated locations along nerves or organ meridians for inserting acupuncture needles. This definition is taken from the National Library of Medicine's MeSH (Medical Subject Headings) 2026 release, which is the standard vocabulary used to index PubMed and most medical literature.
Is Acupuncture Points known by any other names?
Yes. Acupuncture Points is also referred to as Acupuncture Point, Point, Acupuncture, Points, Acupuncture, Acupoints in different clinical, research and patient-facing contexts. The MeSH descriptor groups all of these synonyms under a single canonical concept so research and records stay consistent.
Where does Acupuncture Points sit in the medical classification?
Acupuncture Points falls under the broader medical category "Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques and Equipment" in the MeSH hierarchy (tree numbers: E02.190.044.555.035). Browsing the related concepts on this page takes you to neighbouring topics in the same branch of medicine.
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Source: NIH MeSH 2026 (D015669) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗