Since the primary treatment goal is to unblock Chi and also achieve its equilibrium within and between the meridians, so the body can heal itself, the crux of the matter is this: where to access and stimulate the meridians in relation to a given health problem?

Repeated experience in similar cases provides the acupuncturist with many tried and proven formulas. In addition, traditional formulas fitting each diagnosis are readily available in charts and books— formulas which have worked through the ages for billions of sick men, women, and children. Those formulas confirm which acupoints to treat.