Acupuncture (For TCM Majors) (For TCM Majors)

Author: Qiu Maoliang
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Publish Date: 2001-12-01
Features: The book is divided into three parts: Upper, Middle, and Lower. The Upper Part is titled "Meridians and Acupoints," where the General Theory primarily elaborates on the composition, physiological functions, and clinical applications of meridians, as well as the classification and functions of acupoints and methods for locating them. The Specific Theory covers the pathways of the twelve meridians, the location of acupoints, their indications, and manipulation techniques. The Middle Part is titled "Needling and Moxibustion Methods," focusing on the basic knowledge and skills of filiform needles, moxibustion, and cupping, while also introducing sanleng needle, dermal needle, electroacupuncture, auricular acupuncture, head acupuncture, and acupuncture anesthesia. The Lower Part is titled "Treatment," where the General Theory discusses the differentiation of syndromes based on Zang-Fu organs and meridians, the principles of acupuncture and moxibustion treatment, and the selection of acupoints and formulas. The Specific Theory covers the differentiation and treatment of common acupuncture and moxibustion conditions in internal medicine, gynecology, pediatrics, surgery, and ophthalmology and otolaryngology. The appendix after is titled "References," selecting and compiling some classical texts on acupuncture and moxibustion, songs, Zi-Wu Liu-Note, and modern reviews on the study of meridians and acupuncture, which can be used for students' extracurricular reading.