Clinical Acupuncture for Applied Kinesiologists Module 1 Part 3

Course overview

Identify the 14 associated back-shu points and their corresponding vertebral levels along the bladder meridian using standard mnemonics. Recall the luo connecting points and their meridian numbers using the Sturdyspore Clive Hart mnemonic. Memorize the twelve yuan source points and their meridian numbers using the phone-number mnemonic. Describe the eight reunion points and identify the master points along with their clinical indications. Explain the role of the five command points in transferring energy between meridians via the five-element law. Differentiate the eight extraordinary vessel confluent point pairs and describe the shu point progression from jing-well to he-sea. Describe the foundations of pulse diagnosis and recall the SIGB Listu mnemonic for superficial pulse positions. Demonstrate proper palpation of superficial and deep pulses across three bilateral positions for rate, strength, and quality. Apply AK pulse diagnosis using Goodheart's fourth-finger technique and interpret meridian thermal findings. Recognize meridian thermal indicators and describe the anatomy and functions of the lung meridian. Identify the eleven lung meridian acupoints and their specific TCM attributes and indications. Apply muscle testing of lung-related muscles using alarm, tonification, and sedation points to treat lung meridian imbalances. Describe the large intestine meridian pathway and identify the attributes of points LI 1 through LI 4. Identify large intestine points 5 through 20 along with the associated front-mu and back-shu points. Apply clinical testing of large intestine - related muscles using alarm, tonification, sedation, and back-shu points. Differentiate excess from deficient meridian states and select appropriate tonification or sedation treatment for digestive complaints.