Sticking to the Point: A Rational Methodology for the Step By Step Formulation and Administration of a TCM Acupuncture Treatment (vol. 1) - Softcover

Flaws, Bob

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0936185171 ISBN 13: 9780936185170

Publisher: Blue Poppy Pr, 1990

Synopsis

A new, revised edition of the first book for students and practitioners which explains how to do TCM style acupuncture. This book explains in depth how to do a complex, individualized TCM pattern discrimination, how to arrange and make sense of a welter of confusing signs and symptoms, and how to think using TCM terms and statement of fact. Western students and beginning practitioners will find this book an invaluable aid in honing their ability to understand and use TCM. Although specifically about acupuncture, the method presented in this book can be used to erect a TCM treatment plan using any Chinese modality Chinese herbs, Chinese dietary therapy, tui na or Chinese massage, or qi gong, Chinese energy exercises. Included in this book are the functions of the main points of acupuncture and the functions of the main two and three point combinations.

About this title

About the Author

Bob Flaws is one of the most famous practitioners, teachers, and authors of Chinese medicine in the world today. He has written, edited, and/or translated over 100 books and scores of articles on all aspects of Chinese medicine. Bob Flaws began his study with (Dr. Eric) Tao Xi-yu in Denver, CO in 1977. In 1982, he went on to continue his acupuncture studies at the Shanghai College of Chinese Medicine. As a teacher, Bob Flaws is also known for the clarity of his presentations and his penetrating insight.

Edition details

• Publisher: Blue Poppy Pr
• Publication date: 1990
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0936185171
• ISBN 13: 9780936185170
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 140