Traveling through time and space: Medical skills travel the world

Chapter 168 The Way of Learning

Doctor Zhang smiled slightly, his eyes encouraging: "To learn acupuncture, you must first have a deep understanding of meridians and acupoints. You need to understand the location of each acupoint and its corresponding organ function."

Li Qing nodded and added: "Moreover, it is very important to combine theory with practice. Book knowledge alone is not enough, you must practice more."

"I understand." Chen Fang responded seriously, and secretly made up his mind, "Then where should I start?"

Doctor Zhang thought for a moment and slowly said, "You can start with the basic acupoints and learn some commonly used acupoints, such as Hegu and Zusanli. Then, through observation and practice, you can gradually master the skills of acupuncture."

"Where is Hegu?" Chen Fang asked curiously, with a gleam of curiosity in her eyes.

"Hegu is on the back of the hand, between the first and second metacarpal bones. You will feel soreness and swelling when you press it." Doctor Zhang patiently explained, gently demonstrating with his fingers, "This acupoint can treat headaches, toothaches and many other symptoms."

Li Qing couldn't help but interrupt: "I remember that Zusanli is an acupoint on the calf, which has a good regulating effect on the digestive system."

"Yes, Zusanli is a very important acupoint." Doctor Zhang nodded in agreement, "You can start practicing with these two acupoints to familiarize yourself with their locations and functions."

"Then can I try it?" Chen Fang asked excitedly, with anticipation gleaming in her eyes.

"Of course you can." Doctor Zhang said with a smile, "But be careful when giving acupuncture to avoid hurting yourself."

Chen Fang carefully picked up a silver needle and tried to find the location of Hegu on the model according to Dr. Zhang's instructions. Her hands trembled slightly, and she felt nervous and excited.

"Relax and be calm in your mind," Doctor Zhang said softly. "You need to maintain a stable state of mind when you are giving acupuncture, so that you can better sense the flow of Qi and blood."

"I'll try my best." Chen Fang took a deep breath, tried to calm herself down, and slowly inserted the needle into the Hegu acupoint of the model.

"Very good, you have a good grasp of the strength." Doctor Zhang nodded approvingly, "Next, try to feel the reaction after the acupuncture."

"I felt a warm sensation," Chen Fang said in surprise, with excitement glittering in her eyes. "This is truly amazing!"

"This is the charm of acupuncture." Li Qing said with a smile, "I want to try it too. Can I give you acupuncture?"

"Of course." Chen Fang handed the silver needle to Li Qing, her heart full of anticipation.

Li Qing carefully took the silver needle and tried to find the position of Zusanli on the model according to Dr. Zhang's instructions. Although her movements were a little clumsy, she was full of seriousness.

"Pay attention to the angle when giving acupuncture, and keep the needle parallel to the skin." Doctor Zhang instructed patiently, his eyes full of encouragement.

"I understand." Li Qing nodded, silently memorized these key points in his mind, and slowly inserted the needle into the Zusanli acupoint of the model.

"Very good, well done." Doctor Zhang said with satisfaction, "You are making rapid progress. Keep up the enthusiasm."

"Thank you, Doctor Zhang." Chen Fang and Li Qing said in unison, their hearts filled with gratitude.

"However, learning acupuncture is not just about mastering the skills, but more importantly, having a kind heart." Doctor Zhang said seriously, "As a doctor, it is our responsibility to help others, and we should always have good thoughts in our hearts."

"I will keep it in mind." Chen Fang said solemnly, with a determined light flashing in his eyes.

"Me too." Li Qing responded with a smile, and secretly made up his mind, "I must become an excellent acupuncturist."

Doctor Zhang nodded with satisfaction, his eyes showing expectation: "You have such determination, I believe you will achieve something in the future."

"We will try our best!" Chen Fang and Li Qing said in unison, their hearts full of longing for the future.

"Doctor Zhang, I'm ready." Chen Fang's voice trembled slightly, with excitement flashing in her eyes.

"Very good, let's have an experience today." Doctor Zhang nodded, holding a silver needle in his hand, his eyes full of gentleness and encouragement. "You can choose an acupoint and feel the flow of qi."

"I want to try Zusanli." Chen Fang said firmly. She had already been full of curiosity about this acupoint.

"Zusanli is a very important acupoint that can regulate the spleen and stomach and enhance physical strength." Doctor Zhang said as he gently pressed on Chen Fang's calf to confirm the position. "Are you ready?"

"Ready!" Chen Fang's voice was clear and firm.

Doctor Zhang gently inserted the silver needle into the Zusanli acupoint, his movements smooth and steady. Chen Fang closed her eyes and silently chanted the flow of "qi" in her heart. As the needle tip entered, she felt a slight tingling pain, and then was surrounded by a warm feeling.

"This feeling is magical. I can feel the flow of energy." Chen Fang opened her eyes in surprise, her face filled with excitement that was hard to conceal.

"This is the feeling of Qi and blood flowing through the meridians." Doctor Zhang explained with a smile, "Acupuncture can harmonize Qi and blood and dredge the meridians, thus achieving the therapeutic effect."

"I felt a warmth coming from the soles of my feet, gradually spreading upwards." Chen Fang's voice was filled with amazement, "This is so amazing!"

Li Qing couldn't help but interrupt: "I want to try it too! This feeling sounds amazing!"

"You can experience it later." Doctor Zhang responded with a smile, his eyes showing encouragement. "Chen Fang, continue to feel it, relax, and focus on the flow of Qi."

Chen Fang nodded, closed her eyes, took a deep breath, and tried to relax herself. Her consciousness gradually immersed in the warm feeling, as if she could feel the blood flowing in her body, like a trickle, smooth and powerful.

"You are in very good condition now." Doctor Zhang said softly, "Keep feeling this way and experience it slowly."

"I felt the muscles in my calves trembling slightly, as if they were awakened." Chen Fang's voice was full of surprise. "This is really an unprecedented experience!"

"This is the charm of acupuncture." Doctor Zhang nodded with satisfaction. "Through acupuncture, we can regulate the body's state and promote self-healing."

"I really hope I can experience this feeling every day!" Chen Fang said with a smile, her eyes flashing with longing for the future.

"As long as you keep learning and master this skill, you will be able to help more people in the future." Doctor Zhang's tone was full of expectation, "Your efforts will not be in vain."

"I will try my best!" Chen Fang answered firmly and swore secretly in her heart.

"Me too!" Li Qing echoed, with a determined light in his eyes.

"Then, let's continue practicing." Doctor Zhang said with a smile, "Li Qing, are you ready?"

"I'm ready!" Li Qing said excitedly, his heart full of anticipation.

"Okay, today we will experience the Hegu acupoint." Doctor Zhang pointed to the model and began to explain to Li Qing the location and function of Hegu.

"Hegu is a very important acupoint. It can harmonize the body's Qi and blood and relieve pain." Doctor Zhang said as he demonstrated to Li Qing.

"I understand." Li Qing nodded seriously, his eyes full of desire.

Following the guidance of Doctor Zhang, Li Qing slowly inserted the silver needle into the Hegu acupoint, silently chanting the flow of "qi" in her heart. A hint of nervousness appeared on her face, but more of it was anticipation.

"Relax and feel the flow of qi." Doctor Zhang reminded softly.

Li Qing closed her eyes and tried to stay calm. As the needle entered, she felt a slight stinging pain, and then was surrounded by a warm feeling.

"I can also feel the flow of Qi!" Li Qing said excitedly with a smile on his face.

"This is the magic of acupuncture." Doctor Zhang responded with a smile, his eyes full of satisfaction.