Chasing the Dragon's Tail

The text introduces Dr. Manaka's major clinical and theoretical accomplishments by describing how the ``X-signal system" is the foundation of human topology, function, and response. In essence, the X-signal system defines qi, yin-yang, and the five phases as clinical events, rather than as abstract theories. Just as traditional Oriental thinkers learned and recognized these ideas through right-brain pattern recognition, Dr. Manaka chose to explore ``biases," biological trends and tendencies. In this way he was able to provide practical examples of the observations from which this most basic Oriental concept is derived. While Dr. Manaka references some of the most advanced scientific thinking of our era — information theory, holographic models and new paradigms — his explanations are replete with practical tests that readers can use to explore his explanations or research their own ideas.

The core of the text gives Western readers the first complete description of Dr. Manaka's treatment system. This is of great importance, not only because Dr. Manaka was recognized in both Japan and China as one of the foremost practitioners of his generation, but also because the system has already proven itself adaptable. Chasing the Dragon's Tail is thus a clinical manual of unique value. It describes Dr. Manaka's most important techniques, including ion pumping and other root treatments, as well as his distinctive use of fire needles, channel techniques, sotai, moxibustion, and the integration of other modern Chinese and Japanese clinical developments. Beginning with a step-by-step template for formulating and confirming a diagnosis, Dr. Manaka provides the instructions necessary to apply these techniques quickly and with confidence. The text concludes with case histories and appendices that provide supporting technical details

CONTENTS: This Text Details Dr Yoshio Manaka's Treatment System in Its Entirety. There Are Detailed Explanations of His Research, Their Application in Clinical Practice, And Case Histories Showing How the System Is Applied. The Text Includes All the Clinical Instructions Required. It Also Offers the Only English Language Translations of Basic Science and Clinical Research that Provide Scientific Evidence for Acupoints, The Channel System, And Other Traditional Acupuncture Concepts. The Text Was Prepared Under the Supervision of Dr Manaka.

According to Yoshio Manaka, the application of copper and zinc is believed to add a small voltage to the channel and to cause a small current to flow. Traditionally, MP needle (Copper & Zinc needles) are used to regulate Qi (Ch'I) According to Yoshio Manaka, the application of copper and zinc is believed to add a small voltage to the channel and to cause a small current to flow. Traditionall... Read More...

According to Yoshio Manaka, the application of copper and zinc is believed to add a small voltage to the channel and to cause a small current to flow. Traditionally, MP needle (Copper & Zinc needles) are used to regulate Qi (Ch'I) According to Yoshio Manaka, the application of copper and zinc is believed to add a small voltage to the channel and to cause a small current to flow. Traditionall... Read More...

Japanese Acupuncture: A Clinical Guide is a practical guide to tools, skills, and techniques common to all acupuncture practice with emphasis on those that are uniquely or creatively Japanese. It is clear, direct, and completely illustrated with high resolution close-up photography. The instructions are simple and concise so they may be easily applied to the practice of any acupuncture tradition. ... Read More...