De Qi (Arrival of Qi)
得气dé qì · Channels & Points
De Qi is the sensation of the Qi being obtained at an acupuncture needle, felt by the patient as soreness, distension, heaviness, or tingling and by the practitioner as a gentle grasping of the needle. Its arrival is traditionally considered essential for the treatment to be effective.
For education only — not medical advice. Consult a qualified practitioner.