TechnologyAugust 26, 2026

acupoint

AK-yoo-poynt

Definition

A specific location on the body used in traditional Chinese medicine for acupuncture treatment, where pressure or stimulation is applied to influence physiological functions.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'acus' (needle) and the English 'point,' referring to the specific spots on the body targeted during acupuncture therapy.

In the news

The article explains that the company chose the ankle as the placement for its device because it corresponds to a well-known acupoint, linking traditional therapy with modern neural technology.

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