This pocketbook is a handy reference for the busy practitioner, as well as student of acupuncture. Designed to be carried in a tunic pocket it is always at hand when most needed. * A clearly illustrated guide to the most commonly used acupuncture points * Two colour illustrations throughout * Details over 188 separate points * Shows anatomical location, uses, and needling methods * I... Read More...

This convenient pocket-sized reference book for students and practitioners contains the pinyin name, English Name, standard numbers, location, function/indications, and needling instructions for the 160 most important acupoints on 14 channels as well as the same information for the most useful non-channel or extra points. Picture of all point for quick reference, a detailed symptoms index, and char... Read More...

One of the most highly-regarded and respected authors and lecturers in the West, Giovanni Maciocia, illuminates and examines the art of traditional Chinese acupuncture with this in-depth look at the secondary channels and other key structures encompassing the human body in Chinese anatomy. This book describes in detail the pathways, pathology, diagnosis, and treatment of the Luo, Muscle, and Diverg... Read More...

A flexi textbook that contains information on the most important acupoints on the body and ear, as well as the principal trigger points. The text is augmented by 126 illustrations pertaining to body acupuncture, 48 illustrations on ear acupuncture, and 114 illustrations on trigger points. The localization, needling depth, indications and functions of each point are described as understood in Wester... Read More...

The third edition of this highly successful book describes how musculoskeletal pain can be simply and effectively treated by acupuncture. It gives a comprehensive account of current knowledge concerning two very commonly occurring musculoskeletal pain disorders - the myofascial trigger point pain syndrome and the fibromyalgia syndrome Myofascial trigger point pain syndrome is an all too common c... Read More...

There are many books about acupuncture points, but what is lacking are descriptions by expert practitioners of how they themselves actually go about selecting, finding, and using the points. This type of book would allow the reader to "peer over the shoulder" of the expert to find out what they really do in the clinic. Finding Effective Acupuncture Points does just that. Shudo Denmei, author o... Read More...

"The Guide has a marvelous combination of precise text and clear anatomical drawings that provide easy landmarks for point location." Harvey Kalstan, president emeritus, AAOM "I really appreciate the western anatomical aspect of the location.." Malvin Finkelstein, former member and chairperson NCCAOM examination board... Read More...

The author has developed a method of locating acupuncture points by dividing the body and the channels into parts and according to anatomical landmarks. This book aims to assist in locating points properly and is suitable for both teaching and clinical work. ... Read More...

Attractive hand painted 24in X36in print of the male human body depicting front, back, and side views. This handsome full colour chart includes the 14 main meridians and points of Traditional Chinese Medicine and over 110 anatomical landmarks and muscle references commonly used when describing acupoint locations. Whether you are student, practitioner, patient, or acupuncture enthusiast, you will be... Read More...

This book presents a three-stage methodology for moving from a TCM diagnosis to the statement of therapeutic principles, to the erection and administration of an acupuncture treatment plan. It explains in depth how to do a complex, individualised TCM diagnosis, how to arrange and make sense of confusing signs and symptoms and how to think using TCM terms and statements. ... Read More...

Point names, the traditional Oriental means for identifying acupoints, have meanings that are, like the wind, hard to grasp. Yet enfolded in these often poetic words is a utility found nowhere else. In discussing the point names, the authors clarify the meaning, context, and significance of each acupuncture point and promote a subtle understanding of that point's role in acupuncture practice. Each ... Read More...

The 2nd edition of the popular Acupuncture Pocketbook has a fresh colourful design. Two colour line drawings are used throughout with over 380 separate points detailed. Colour tabs are used to differentiate each meridian, simplifying the point search process. New figures enhance clarity with important surface anatomy relations clearly shown. Point usage and needling technique is described, and ... Read More...

This Handbook provides the basic information about the points and meridians of Chinese Medicine which are the foundation of acupuncture treatment. Its value will be in the clinic and the study as a handy, clear and easily accessible source for information that students need to refer to regularly and even the most experienced practitioner will need to check from time to time. Care has been taken ... Read More...

With 180 colour photographs and 112 full-colour drawings, this highly practical and comprehensively illustrated photo atlas of acupuncture points offers students and practitioners an indispensable guide to the accurate location of points and provides a clear depiction of the anatomic structures encountered during the needle passage. A practical full-colour photo atlas of acupuncture points; impo... Read More...

These Study Cards describe the location of over 450 acupuncture points with their specific needling and moxibustion techniques along with their various clinical indications and actions. Each card also has detailed cross anatomical and vivid illustrations. Features: * Quick reference to over 450 acupuncture points (including over 65 recognized Extra acupuncture points in China). * Over 1000... Read More...

In the book, each point and pathway has been located and drawn on a model in a real life situation, the relative photograph taken and labelled to show you the exact location of the desired point. The book goes on to anatomically describe the location of each point , and then this is followed, in all cases, by a section of Tips, helping you in a step by step way, giving you valuable advice and he... Read More...

This book is an exceptionally well-illustrated guide to the location and properties of acu-points. Whereas most good books on the subject give needle depth and other useful information for the acupuncturist, this book uniquely provides additional information for bodyworkers such as Shiatsu and Tuina therapists. For example, in keeping with normal practice, the location of a point is given as a prec... Read More...

An in-depth discussion of the derivation and clinical applications of hundreds of the most commonly used acupuncture points. 'Images' are the mental pictures and associations suggested by the Chinese characters which comprise the names of the points. 'Functions' are the energetic actions of the points themselves. In this richly-researched book prepared in consultation with leading Chinese schola... Read More...

The work of sinologists Claude Larre and Elisabeth Rochat de la Vallee allows us access to the classical origins of Chinese medicine. Through their detailed study of the Nei Jing and their commentaries , we are connected to the perceptive minds of the classical authors. Claude Larre's profound understanding of the philosophical and cultural background Elisabeth Rochat's thorough knowledge of th... Read More...

Contains an entry for each of the 361 acupuncture points giving names, details of energetic nature, function etc. For example: Point Name: DU 12 SHEN ZHU Body Pillar Wisdoms Advantage Qi Energetic Nature: Connects (via a deep branch) to Bl 12 Commentary: Body Pillar gives backbone when someone is collapsing. When under stress, it gives support to the Spirit as well as the Body. It strengthens the p... Read More...

The jingjin are a network of secondary meridians that form part of the meridian system of Chinese acupuncture. The word "jin" is usually translated as sinew or muscle and does include the notion of both muscle and tendon.Variously translated as sinew channels, meridian sinews, muscle channel, muscle conduits, and tendino-muscular meridians, the jingjin theory has been included in the core tradition... Read More...

The book is a practical manual for students of acupuncture and as a reference manual for professional acupuncturists. The manual reinforces channel theory, point location and body marking through drawing. It complements all formal and self-directed learning of channel theory and practice. Each chapter consists of the following: * a summary of the internal and external branches of the channel... Read More...

The author provides a thorough background of acupuncture fundamentals in a straightforward manner and gives clear and concise explanations of the meridian system, the flow of Qi, location of acupuncture points and the roles these elements play in diagnosis and treatment of illness. ... Read More...

The figures are traditional and nicely drawn. The colour is excellent (channels and points are red, flesh tone yellow, muscle tone brown), and the notations are bilingual (Japanese and English). 2 full colour charts. ... Read More...

An in-depth understanding of the meridians and acupoints lies at the heart of effective practice in traditional Chinese medicine. This book outlines everything that practitioners and students need to know. The book explains how meridians relate to the major organs, where they are located in the body, and how they are linked to the healthy flow of Qi and blood. A large section of the book is devo... Read More...

The manual is composed of Part Meridians and Part Acupoints. Part Meridians: present the courses and distribution of the Fourteen Meridians of the human in detail, and diagrammatic sketch of Fourteen Meridians to help remembering and grasping. Part Acupoints: introduce concisely 361 acupoints of the Fourteen Meridians and 48 commonly used Extraordinary Acupoints, which contains: location, indicatio... Read More...

Safe and inexpensive diagnosis by skin level measurements dramatically supplement present imaging techniques which give limited information. An instrument that can be expected to do this reliably and effectively (1), is a role that is filled by the Electrodermal measurement. Its acceptance will not come easily and requires adequate research evidence, an objective of this Society. Electrodermal s... Read More...

Abstract This handbook dwells on the location, indication, and needling method of each point of the auricular acupuncture points along with relevant illustrations. This easily comprehensible textbook is a useful aid for clinical TCM students and acupuncturists. Authors Professor Jin Shi-ying is chief physician at the department of traditional Chinese medicine at the Southern Medical University... Read More...

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This book is not concerned with the basic theories of TCM, rather it is a formulary and clinical reference. It is designed to relate the practical utility of point use and emphasise the usefulness of a particular point for treatment of a particular set of symptoms and conditions. For each point there is a listing clinical effects, disease symptoms and energetic conditions. The treatment information... Read More...