Directional Tonification and Reduction
From the general theory of meridians and points, through needle holding and qi regulation, tonification and reduction, and the management of mishaps, to clinical prescriptions by specialty.
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Single Methods of Tonification and Reduction
Rotation, lifting and thrusting, slow and fast, directional, respiratory and open-closed methods.
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Beginning and End
Needling must follow the beginning and end of yin and yang; the introduction of directional tonification and reduction.
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Explanation of the Small Needle
A line-by-line commentary on the technical vocabulary of the Nine Needles and the Twelve Sources.