Abstract: A method, apparatus and method of making acupoint patches is disclosed. The acupoint patch of the present invention uses natural herbs as raw materials. It is made by combining traditional Chinese acupuncture therapy and contemporary transdermal controlled release technologies. The acupoint patch of the present invention is made with natural herb extracts using contemporary transdermal absorption technologies based on the characteristics of different acupoints. They can stay on the skin for 6-8 hours, during which period natural herb essence enters blood circulation and performs a sustainable regulating function. This is a feature unrivaled by traditional acupuncture.

Abstract: A method of applying dermal patches to acupoints in order to treat medical conditions. The dermal patches can contain extracts of herbal materials.