This book is an exceptionally well-illustrated guide to the location and properties of channels and acupoints. Whereas most good books on the subject give needle depth and other useful information for the acupuncturist, this book uniquely provides additional information for bodyworkers such as Shiatsu and Tuina therapists. For example, in keeping with normal practice, the location of a point is given as a precise anatomical location and illustrated with a dot, along with alternative locations where relevant. However, this book goes further by delineating the larger area where the point can be activated by pressure, gua sha and other means. In addition, the optimum position for treatment via acupuncture, acupressure and other treatment strategies is given, as treatment positions can vary according to the method of point stimulation. The distribution of sensation resulting from point stimulation is also documented, and differentiated between pressure and needle application where appropriate. This book is produced with the student and conscientious practitioner in mind, with a great deal of care and research into accuracy being achieved. Hence, we expect it to become a landmark text. The price has been kept to a minimum without compromising on any aspect of its quality and production, to ensure its accessibility to students.

About the Author

The late Chris Jarmey, M.C.S.P., D.S., M.R.S.S., taught shiatsu, qigong, bodywork therapy, and anatomy, and was the founder of the European Shiatsu School. He was the author of many books on anatomy and bodywork, including The Concise Book of Muscles and Shiatsu - The Complete Guide. Ilaira Bouratinos, Dip.Ac. D.S., received her diploma in acupuncture from the London School of Acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine and subsequently founded the Oriental Medicine and Shiatsu Training Centre in Athens, Greece. She teaches acupuncture, shiatsu, and a variety of other bodywork methods, both in Greece and internationally.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Needling Considerations; Chapter 2 Manual Techniques Considerations; Chapter 3 Moxibustion Considerations; Chapter 4 Cupping Considerations; Chapter 5 Deqi; Chapter 6 Classification of Points; Chapter 7 Principles of Point Selection; Chapter 8 Cun Measurements; Chapter 9 Considerations, Cautions and Contraindications; Chapter 10 Points of the Lung Channel; Chapter 11 Points of the Large Intestine Channel; Chapter 12 Points of the Stomach Channel; Chapter 13 Points of the Spleen Channel; Chapter 14 Points of the Heart Channel; Chapter 15 Points of the Small Intestine Channel; Chapter 16 Points of the Bladder Channel; Chapter 17 Points of the Kidney Channel; Chapter 18 Points of the Pericardium Channel; Chapter 19 Points of the Sanjiao Channel; Chapter 20 Points of the Gallbladder Channel; Chapter 21 Points of the Liver Channel; Chapter 22 Points of the Ren Mai (Conception Vessel); Chapter 23 Points of the Du Mai (Governing Vessel); Chapter 24 Extraordinary (Miscellaneous) Non-Channel Points