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Acupuncture

Channel theory, needling techniques, individual practitioner experience, moxibustion, cupping and associated techniques.

Case Histories


Acupuncture for erysipelas
Liu Huo (running fire, or cinnabar toxin of the leg: local streptococcus pyogenes infection of the skin and underlying tissues)

Essays


Acupuncture for diplopia
Here is a case of double vision from my notes, again treated by Dr Zhu Ming-Qing; unfortunately there is no record of follow-up. Nonetheless the fragment seemed worthwhile including to illustrate Dr Zhu's analysis and approach.


Effective points for pruritis
A simple but powerful remedy for pruritis, with explanation and rationale for its use.


The Shape of Qi
An investigation of palpatory sensitivity in acupuncture, particularly with regard to pulse diagnosis and the overall assessment of qi.