Acupuncture Masterpiece

Author: (Ming) Yang Jizhou / Liu Congming et al. (ed.)
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Publishing Date: 2004-05-04
Features: The Great Compendium of Acupuncture and Moxibustion was written by Yang Jizhou of the Ming Dynasty. The entire book consists of ten volumes. Volume 1 collects the original texts on acupuncture and moxibustion from the Inner Canon and Classic of Difficult Issues, discussing the origins of acupuncture and moxibustion. Volumes 2 and 3 are dedicated to acupuncture and moxibustion songs and rhymes. Volume 4 primarily focuses on needle manipulation techniques for reinforcing and reducing methods. Volume 5 covers time-based acupuncture methods such as the Jing-Rong-Shu-Jing system, the Zi-Wu-Flow and the Linggui Eight Methods. Volumes 6 and 7 provide detailed descriptions of the locations, acupuncture and moxibustion techniques, and therapeutic conditions of the 14 meridians, meridian points, and extra-meridian points. Volume 8 classifies and introduces treatment methods and point selection for various conditions. Volume 9 gathers famous acupuncture and moxibustion techniques from renowned physicians and records Yang’s medical cases. Volume 10 includes discussions on pediatric massage and the diagnosis of pediatric diseases. This book not only embodies the essence of Yang’s family tradition but also compiles the highlights of acupuncture and moxibustion literature before the Ming Dynasty. It is rich in materials, precious, and highly practical for clinical use. It has made significant contributions to the preservation and promotion of acupuncture and moxibustion scholarship and has been revered as the book of choice for acupuncture scholars. Since its first publication in the 29th year of the Wanli era of the Ming Dynasty (1601 AD), it has been reprinted and republished numerous times, with approximately 50 preserved versions.