The Role of Jing-well Acupuncture Points in Enhancing Recovery After Hip and Knee Surgery

Acupuncture, an integral component of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), is increasingly recognised within modern integrative medicine for its benefits in pain management and postoperative recovery. The jing-well acupuncture points, located at the extremities of the limbs, are among the most dynamic and clinically significant points due to their rapid therapeutic effects. This article explores the role of jing-well points in enhancing recovery after hip and knee surgery, with a focus on pain relief, inflammation reduction and mobility restoration. Insights from classical and modern texts as well as clinical experience from the author's clinical work at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital (UK) are included to illustrate the efficacy of these points in improving post-surgical outcomes.