Several academic papers explore the anatomical and physiological basis of these points:
: Works like Dr. Michael Kelly's Death Touch: The Science Behind The Legend of Dim-Mak provide a medical/osteopathic "paper" explaining Dim-Mak effects through the disruption of the nervous and cardiovascular systems rather than mystical energy. Point Location for Dim-Mak and Acupuncture
: A study on PubMed uses imaging to confirm the relationship between specific acupoints (like Dai mai and Shen mai) and underlying muscle structures. Key Point Categories Key Point Categories : A technical document provided
: A technical document provided by Blog PUCP details the anatomical placement of points, such as those on the Lung meridian, noting their effects when struck (e.g., lower arm paralysis) versus their healing applications. noting their effects when struck (e.g.
Below are the most relevant resources and technical "papers" available on this topic: Erle Montaigue’s Point Location Guides
: This two-volume set, co-authored by Montaigue and Wally Simpson (a renowned Australian acupuncturist), is considered the comprehensive "paper of record" for the field: