WHY Dr Raj USE ACUPUNCTURE POINTS ON THE LEGS FOR A MENSTRUAL CONCERN This is something people often find surprising about traditional Chinese acupuncture. Following on from Wednesday's post, Dr Raj approach to the client's menstrual irregularity involved selecting points in different areas of the body. In the treatment described, he used points around the lower abdomen as well as one needle in each leg. Why? Within Traditional Chinese Medicine, acupuncture points are selected according to traditional meridian theory and the practitioner's assessment – not simply because a particular area is causing concern. For example, Sanyinjiao (SP6), located on the lower leg, is traditionally associated with women's health in Chinese medicine. This is part of the knowledge Dr Raj has developed through 21 years of traditional Chinese practice. It's important to distinguish these traditional theories from scientifically established treatment effects. It's not always about where a needle goes – it's about understanding why the practitioner has selected that point. To find out more about Dr Raj approach, call 9011271729