Mathematical Reflections on Acupoint Combinations in the Traditional Meridian Systems

Table 2

Combinations that follow the intrinsic rules of the historical systems, listed according to steps in the Chinese clock.

1 step		2
1 step	3 steps alternating	4
2 steps		4
2 steps	6 steps alternating	4
3 steps		2
5 steps	7 steps alternating	2
6 steps		1
Total number		19