Important muscles of the neck are not limited to but include the following: Things to Consider When addressing the muscles of the neck (and muscles in general), it’s essential to remember that muscles pull, they do not push. This principle is fundamental to understanding muscle mechanics and to give a better mental picture on how … [Read more…]
Kidney 3 (Kd 3, Taixi or “Greater Stream” ) is an important point to discuss due to its wide range of benefits and frequent use in acupuncture. As a yuan-primary point, it holds significant energy for the kidney meridian, serving as a powerful tool in treatments related to overall vitality. Kidneys Are Vital For Survival … [Read more…]
In the world of acupuncture, there are certain points that stand out for their versatility and effectiveness. One of these is UB 25, also known as Urinary Bladder 25 (Da Chang Shu, “Large Intestine Back Transporting Point”) —a fantastic point that I used constantly in my practice, and for good reason. Known as the Back … [Read more…]
Spleen 9 Overview Spleen 9, also known as Yin Ling Quan or “Yin Mound Spring”, is a frequently used acupuncture point in clinical practice. It is the Yuan Primary point of the Spleen meridian, often paired with other points for enhancing its therapeutic effects. Spleen 9 is particularly effective in draining dampness from the body, … [Read more…]
Let’s come back to Stomach 34, ST-34 (“Liang Qiu” or bright valley), a point I frequently use in the clinical. I wanted to provide some more insight and provide a more comprehensive overview. This point is effective in both acupuncture and acupressure, and today, we’re going to cover its uses in both. Stomach 34 has … [Read more…]
Let’s explore a point I frequently use in clinical practice – San Jiao 6 (SJ 6), also known as Zhigou. This point is quite versatile and effective in treatment, which is why it deserves special attention. In this article, we’ll cover the basic functions of San Jiao 6 and examine its localized significance. We’ll also … [Read more…]
Heart 6 (Yinxi) is located just 0.5 cun below Heart 7. For a more detailed understanding of the point’s location, feel free to refer to the previous article, where we covered Heart 7 extensively. Additionally, I’ve included point location visuals in this blog post to help clarify the exact position of Heart 6. Point Location … [Read more…]
Today, we’re going to delve into a particularly special acupuncture point: Heart 7, also known as Shenmen or “Spirit Gate”, or “Mind door”. While we will touch on Heart 6 (Yinxi) and Heart 5 (Tongli) in future articles, today’s focus will be entirely on Heart 7 due to its significance in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). … [Read more…]
What is Yintang? Yintang (EX-HN3) is used on a daily basis clinically, as it provides a sense of calmness and stress relief for a majority of patients. It is easily accessible, and can provide a good lead-in for the treatment. Yin in Traditional Chinese Medicine refers to the softer side of life, more relaxed. It … [Read more…]
GB20 is a point I used frequent in the clinic. It is also on of the points that does not require deep insertions of the needles due to the nature of the location. It is used clinically for many different disorders and can be utilized in different patient settings. GB20 Acupuncture Point Location In the … [Read more…]