[JIN Bohua's experience of peripheral facial paralysis diagnosed and treated by Yifeng (TE 17)].

To introduce famous TCM doctor JIN Bohua's experience of peripheral facial paralysis diagnosed and treated by Yifeng (TE 17). Based on holism concept of TCM, Doctor JIN refers to modern medicine and takes Yifeng (TE 17) as the main acupoint for its diagnosis, treatment and prognosis. She determines severe degree according to the pressing pain of Yifeng (TE 17) and the significance of positive substances. She inserts the needle at the acupoint to pharynx and larynx, with 60°~80° from skin. The inserting method is to ensure quick qi arrival and safety. Besides, the manipulations are various according to different stage principles.