Translating "養老", acupuncture point SI-6
The reasoning for translating "養老" as "Nurture the Old" from Chinese into English. This is the original name of acupuncture point SI-6 (Small Intestine 6).
養老
Nurture the Old (SI-6)
養: To support (parents) / nourish
老: Old age
Explanation of the point name
The effect of this point is to enhance curiosity and renewal. This is useful for old people, as it rejuvenates and thus nurtures them.
1st character
No other point names with this character.
2nd character
No other point names with this character.
Nearby points
Sometimes the names of consecutive points on a meridian are related. Being aware of nearby points can help to translate consistently in such a situation.
| SI-3 | 後谿 | Behind the Valley Stream |
| SI-4 | 腕骨 | Wrist Bones |
| SI-5 | 陽谷 | Yang Valley |
| SI-6 | 養老 | Nurture the Old |
| SI-7 | 支正 | Support the Upright |
| SI-8 | 小海 | Little Sea |
| SI-9 | 肩貞 | Persistent Shouldering |