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(From *Weisheng Baojian*.)
To treat diseases, nothing is superior to the use of acupuncture. Skillfully manipulating the divine mechanism, its efficacy opens up the profound principles of the sages. Externally utilizing bian stones and needles can eliminate pathogenic factors and assist healthy qi; internally containing the principles of water and fire, it is adept at restoring yang and reversing yin.

Tracing back, meridians branch out differently, and channels interlace and integrate. Some diverge like ditches, streams, and valleys, while others have gaps like mountains, seas, and hills. These flow lines are difficult to separate, standing out among the categories. If the principles are complex and obscure, what benefit will tonification and sedation bring? If the methods are swift and clear, one naturally derives their application from following and opposing (Ying-Sui) techniques.

For instance, if walking is difficult, Taichong (LR3) is most miraculous. Renzhong (GV26) relieves stiffness and pain in the spine and back; Shenmen (HT7) removes mental dullness and stupidity. When wind pathogens injure the neck causing stiffness, one should initially seek Fengfu (GV16); for dizziness and vertigo, one must look for Fengchi (GB20). For ear blockage, Tinghui (GB2) is required for treatment; for eye pain, Hegu (LI4) is used to push away the ailment. For chest stagnation and yellow complexion, puncturing Yongquan (KI1) yields immediate results; for dizziness and red eyes, draining Cuanzhu (BL2) offers convenience. If both elbows are cramped, Quchi (LI11) relies on to smooth them out. For toothache, Taixi (KI3) is capable of treating; for stiff neck and nape, Chengjiang (CV24) ensures safety. Taibai (SP3) guides Qi movement; Yinlingquan (SP9) unblocks water pathways. For abdominal distension, Neiting (ST44) should be drained without delay; for muscle spasms and pain, Chengshan (BL57) should be drained early. Generally, ankle pain can be cured by Kunlun (BL60); knee pain can be treated by Yinshi (ST33). For epilepsy and mania, Houxi (SI3) is relied upon for management; for malaria with chills and fever, Jianshi (PC5) is depended on for support. Qimen (LR14) stops chest fullness and blood distension; Laogong (PC8) eliminates stomach reversal and heart pain, leaving no doubt? Examining Dadun (LR1), it removes the unilateral pain of seven types of hernias, as stated by Wang Gong; Zusanli (ST36) overcomes emaciation caused by five exhautions, as spoken by Hua Tuo. Wangu (SI4) dispels jaundice; Ran Gu (KI2) drains kidney fire. Xingjian (LR2) treats knee swelling and lower back pain; Chize (LU5) removes elbow pain and tight tendons. For dim vision, Erjian (LI2) is suitable to seek; for nasal obstruction and loss of smell, Yingxiang (LI20) can guide. Jianjing (GB21) removes unbearable arm pain; Sizhukong (TE23) treats unbearable lateral headache. For cough with cold phlegm, Lieque (LU7) is reliable; for excessive discharge and cold tears, Linqi (GB15) is particularly accurate. Huangu (SI42) dispels residual leg pain; Shenshu (BL23) drains lower back pain completely. Yue Ren (Bian Que) treated corpse-like fainting at Huihui (likely referring to a point near the head or specific context, often associated with Baihui or similar, but text says Huiwei/Huihui - note: standard texts often cite *Huiyin* or *Baihui*, here translated as Huihui based on text, likely a typo for *Huiyang* or similar, but sticking to text "Huiwei" might be a misprint for *Huiyin* or *Baihui*. However, "Huiwei" is not a standard point name. Looking at context "Zhenren zhi shijue yu hui wei", Bian Que treated *Shijue* at *Huiyin*? Or *Baihui*? Actually, classical texts often say Bian Que treated *Shijue* at *Baihui* (DU20) or *Renzhong*. The text says "Hui Wei". I will transliterate as Huiwei but note it's likely a specific reference. Wait, checking source: "越人治尸厥于会维". "Hui Wei" might be a typo for *Huiyang* or *Baihui*. Let's stick to literal "Huiwei" or interpret as *Huiyin* if context suggests perineum, but Shijue is usually head/neck. Actually, many sources cite Bian Que using *Baihui* or *Renzhong*. I will translate literally as Huiwei point to avoid error, or check if it refers to *Huiyang* (BL35)? No. Let's assume it refers to a specific point named Huiwei in this context or a typo. I will use "Huiwei point".) -> Correction: In some versions, it is "Huiyang" or "Baihui". Given "Hui Wei", I will translate as "Huiwei point". Wenbo drained the dead fetus at Sanyinjiao (SP6), resulting in expulsion upon needling. It is said that all pains belong to excess, and all numbness belongs to deficiency. Excess enters from the outside; deficiency arises from the inside. Therefore, nourishing the mother acupoint supplements insufficiency, while draining the child acupoint balances surplus. Observing the twenty-seven meridians, each can be distinguished; relying on the four hundred and forty disease manifestations, every item can be eliminated. Thus, ensuring no premature death, elevating the people to an age of longevity; judging the subtle, manifesting the profound ancient texts. Furthermore, it is heard that for heart and chest diseases, one seeks Daling (PC7) behind the palm; for shoulder and back pain, one holds Zusanli (ST36) before the elbow responsible. For cold bi syndrome involving the kidneys, take the Earth point of the Foot-Yangming meridian; for umbilical and abdominal pain, drain the Water point of the Foot-Shaoyin meridian. For pain in the interscapular region behind the heart, needling Zhongzhu (TE3) leads to immediate recovery; for pain under the ribs and along the costal margin, puncturing Yanglingquan (GB34) brings immediate cessation. For head and neck pain, Houxi (SI3) is proposed to ensure peace; for waist and foot pain, it lies in Weizhong (BL40).