How do acupuncture point locators work?

Since acupuncture points have a lower tension potential than other points on the skin, they can be determined by measuring tension resistances. Visual or acoustic feedback is issued with electric point locating devices.

How does the Pointer Plus work?

The Pointer Plus Acupuncture Locator and Stimulator enables you to locate an acupuncture point, before stimulating that point by sending electrical signals down through the skin and directly into the tissue.

What is point Locator?

Designed with a precise signal transmitter and locator, this Reference Point Locator pinpoints the exact location to drill or cut through a wall, so no more guesswork. Easy to use: Place the transmitter into the wall and the receiver will draw you to the exact location of the transmitter from the other side.

What is a pointer plus?

The Pointer Plus is a complete clinic in your hands. Modern, hand-held, 6.5″ long unit offers accurate acupuncture point stimulation with adjustable intensity dial. The pulse frequency is fixed at 10 Hz. The grounding circuit is made by holding the metal plate on the side of the unit or with the hand grounding pole.

What are common acupuncture points?

What Are Common Acupuncture Points?

  • Large intestine 4 (LI 4): This is in the soft, fleshy web between your thumb and forefinger.
  • Liver 3 (LR-3): Located on the top of your foot up from the space between your big toe and next toe.
  • Spleen 6 (SP-6): This is about three finger widths above your inner anklebone.

What is a Magnespot?

The Magnespot allows installers to find a reference point through a wall or floor without drilling a single hole! Using the included thumb pin or blue tack, attach the Locator to the ceiling or floor you are trying to reference.

How are point locators used in acupuncture therapy?

Point locators, point locating devices and push buttons support the therapist in locating acupuncture points in acupuncture and auricular therapy. The acupuncturist can manually feel for a stimulation point by using a push button. Manual point locators and push buttons are available spring-loaded or rigid, depending on the type.

What does a point stimulator do for muscle?

Point stimulators are useful diagnostic tools that reduces muscle tightness and deactivates trigger points within the muscle. The effective push button offers immediate stimulation adjustments during treatment. During treatment, normal milli-amp output or micro-amp current output is produced.

How does an Excel 11 point stimulator work?

Advanced Stimulator The Pointer Excel 11 Stimulator is an advanced point stimulator used by professionals to send gentle currents through the needle, into the muscle. Point stimulators are useful diagnostic tools that reduces muscle tightness and deactivates trigger points within the muscle. The… more info