This well-respected reference represents a synthesis of the clinical experience gained in the treatment of a wide variety of disorders throughout four generations of one of China's leading practitioners of traditional acupuncture. It presents a unique blend of pattern identification-based point combinations, practical insights, scholarly commentaries, and representative case histories. Applications are derived from a selection of 86 commonly used points, presented in a clear, easy-to-follow layout. Clinical Application of Commonly Used Acupuncture Points is a valuable clinical resource for acupuncturists.
Key Features
86 of the points most commonly used in acupuncture clinics are emphasized, allowing professionals to focus on the essential points.
Over 240 detailed case histories illustrate key concepts.
Pattern identification-based treatment is presented as a holistic approach for better results.
Clinical experience is offered in combination with classical theory, enabling readers to see how theory can translate into practical results.
A wide range of point combinations are covered, increasing the possible range of treatment strategies.
Classical commentaries are analyzed in the context of their relevance to today's applications.
Illustrations help readers understand the channel pathways and point locations.
Table of Contents
Preface
Chapter 1 General Introduction
Channels and points
Study and application of point functions
General principles governing point indications
Chapter 2 The Lung Channel of Hand-Taiyin
LU-1 Zhongfu
LU-5 Chize
LU-7 Lieque
LU-9 Taiyuan
LU-11 Shaoshang
Chapter 3 The Large Intestine Channel of Hand-Yangming
LI-4 Hegu
LI-11 Quchi
LI-15 Jianyu
LI-20 Yingxiang
Chapter 4 The Stomach Channel of Foot-Yangming
ST-1 Chengqi
ST-6 Jiache
ST-7 Xiaguan
ST-21 Liangmen
ST-25 Tianshu
ST-29 Guilai
ST-36 Zusanli
ST-37 Shangjuxu
ST-40 Fenglong
ST-41 Jiexi
ST-44 Neiting
Chapter 5 The Spleen Channel of Foot-Taiyin
SP-3 Taibai
SP-4 Gongsun
SP-6 Sanyinjiao
SP-9 Yinlingquan
SP-10 Xuehai
Chapter 6 The Heart Channel of Hand-Shaoyin
HT-5 Tongli
HT-7 Shenmen
Chapter 7 The Small Intestine Channel of Hand-Shaoyang
SI-1 Shaoze
SI-3 Houxi
Chapter 8 The Bladder Channel of Foot-Taiyang
BL-1 Jingming
BL-2 Cuanzhu
BL-11 Dazhu
BL-12 Fengmen
BL-13 Feishu
BL-15 Xinshu
BL-17 Geshu
BL-18 Ganshu
BL-20 Pishu
BL-21 Weishu
BL-23 Shenshu
BL-25 Dachangshu
BL-32 Ciliao
BL-40 Weizhong
BL-57 Chengshan
BL-60 Kunlun
Chapter 9 The Kidney Channel of Foot-Shaoyin
KI-1 Yongquan
KI-3 Taixi
KI-7 Fuliu
Chapter 10 The Pericardium Channel of Hand-Jueyin
PC-3 Quze
PC-5 Jianshi
PC-6 Neiguan
PC-7 Daling
Chapter 11 The Triple Burner Channel of Hand-Shaoyang
TB-3 Zhongzhu
TB-5 Waiguan
TB-6 Zhigou
TB- 17 Yifeng
Chapter 12 The Gallbladder Channel of Foot-Shaoyang
GB-2 Tinghui
GB-20 Fengchi
GB-30 Huantiao
GB-31 Fengshi
GB-34 Yanglingquan
GB-39 Xuanzhong
GB-40 Qiuxu
Chapter 13 The Liver Channel of Foot-Jueyin
LR-2 Xingjian
LR-3 Taichong
LR-13 Zhangmen
LR-14 Qimen
Chapter 14 The Conception Vessel (ren mai)
CV-3 Zhongji
CV-4 Guanyuan
CV-6 Qihai
CV-8 Shenque
CV-10 Xiawan
CV-12 Zhongwan
CV-13 Shangwan
CV-17 Danzhong
CV-22 Tiantu
CV-23 Lianquan
Chapter 15 The Governor Vessel (du mai)
GV-1 Changqiang
GV-4 Mingmen
GV-14 Dazhui
GV-15 Yamen
GV-20 Baihui
GV-26 Shuigou
Chapter 16 Miscellaneous Points
Jing-well points of the hand
EX-LE-5 Xiyan
EX-HN-5 Taiyang
Glossary of terminology
Bibliography
Index of applications by pattern
General index
Author Information
Shi Zhen Li, Professor, Zhang Zhongjing TCM Medical University and Vice President of Zhang Zhongjing Academy, Nanyang, Henan, China
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...
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