The development process of the head acupuncture model reflects the continuous integration of traditional Chinese acupuncture teaching and modern educational technology. The earliest acupuncture teaching mostly relied on paper-based meridian maps and ancient bronze figure models. Although these tools held significant positions in history, they had deficiencies in the intuitiveness and operability of local acupoints, especially those on the head.

With the deepening of medical education, head acupuncture models specifically designed to showcase the meridians and acupoints of the head have gradually emerged. Most of the early models were made of plaster or resin, with the main meridian directions and commonly used acupoint locations marked on the surface, helping students break through the limitations of two-dimensional images and understand the spatial distribution of acupoints on the head more clearly.

In modern times, with the advancement of materials science and manufacturing processes, head acupuncture models have begun to develop towards high simulation and functionalization. Made of environmentally friendly PVC or high-molecular materials, the model is more durable and the acupoint markings are clearer. Some advanced models even incorporate electronic feedback or light indication functions, which can visually display whether the acupoint positioning is correct during practice, greatly enhancing the interactivity of teaching and learning outcomes.

Overall, the development process of the head acupuncture model has evolved from traditional diagrams to three-dimensional and then to intelligent ones. This is not only a microcosm of the continuous innovation in acupuncture education methods but also provides a more scientific and effective tool for cultivating acupuncture talents and promoting traditional Chinese medicine culture.