This book differs from other texts on acupuncture points in that it is not concerned with the basic theories of TCM. Rather, it is a formulary and clinical reference developed from the clinical... This description may be from another edition of this product.
Dr. Tin Yau So is often called the "Father of American Acupuncture." He was the founder of the New England School of Acupuncture, the oldest school of Chinese medicine in the U.S., and was one of my grand-teachers. This book is a very detailed description of the location of acupuncture points. It details not only how to find each point but also how to needle the points and what reaction to expect (a feature unique to this text). Dr. So also gives lengthy effects for each point. As Dr. So was trained in China prior to the communists' invention of "TCM" style acupuncture, many of his point location are not standard compared with current Chinese texts. Thus, his locations and uses of points are often provocative, questioning the material that many TCM practitioners learned and use. That said, this book is good for both beginner and advanced practitioners as it contains information no longer "politically correct" by communist Chinese standards. A must have for all professional practitioners of Chinese medicine!
a classic
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
Dr. So's books on acupuncture points and treatment of disease with acupuncture are excellent, clear, easy to ready,easy to understand and follow. I use them more than any other text in my library (and I have MANY).
Easy to read and understand!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
This book by James Tin Yau So is a must to understanding Acupuncture and is also is good for finding points used in the art of Tuina, I am looking to buy this book and would like info on where I can purchase it.
An Acupuncture Classic
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 28 years ago
Dr. James Tin Yau So's first book of acupuncture points. This book is great for the beginning student or novice of acupuncture. It provides a extensive index of points and how to's to find them. Written in an easy to read format. A must for the health care worker's shelf
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