Acupuncture

Author: Li Daosheng
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Publish Date: 2000-12-01
Features: The book is divided into three parts: Upper, Middle, and Lower. The Upper Part is "Meridians and Acupoints," where the General Theory primarily elaborates on the composition, physiological functions, and clinical applications of the meridian system, as well as the classification, effects, and methods of locating acupoints. The Specific Theory covers the pathways of the twelve meridians, the location, indications, and manipulation of commonly used acupoints. The Middle Part is "Needling and Moxibustion Methods," which primarily discusses filiform needling and moxibustion, and introduces additional techniques such as three-edged needle, cupping needle, electroacupuncture, scalp acupuncture, and auricular acupuncture. The Lower Part is "Treatment," where the General Theory focuses on the essentials of syndrome differentiation, the therapeutic effects of acupuncture and moxibustion, principles of acupoint selection, and methods of acupoint combination. The Specific Theory covers the syndrome differentiation and treatment of common diseases in internal medicine, gynecology and pediatrics, surgery, and ophthalmology and otolaryngology, as well as the management of emergencies. The book concludes with references on acupuncture anesthesia.