Clinical Acupuncture for Applied Kinesiologists Module 4 Part 2

Course overview

Apply the Sheng cycle to balance adjacent excess and deficient meridians using the appropriate element point or two-point tonification-sedation combinations. Describe multi-step Sheng cycle transfers between non-adjacent meridians using luo points to bridge yin and yang channels in correct sequence. Explain fire element treatment pathways and differentiate the Sheng, Ko, and Wu cycles while recognizing why the heart must not be sedated. Differentiate the rules of engagement for Sheng and Ko cycles regarding directional flow, yin-yang channels, and use of luo points. Analyze treatment pathway options for spleen excess imbalances and select points based on desired secondary energetic effects. Apply Ko-cycle strategies to balance stomach and kidney excess patterns, including the common kidney excess with pericardium deficient stress presentation. Describe Chi as informational flow through the body's network and explain acupuncture as informational medicine rather than energy transfer. Explain how post-mortem cell viability and reperfusion injury illustrate Chi as the body's communication network. Describe the fascial system as a semi-conductive lattice transmitting Chi and recognize the historical origins of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Describe the Ryodoraku system developed by Dr. Nakatani and explain how measuring 24 representative points produces an objective meridian graph. Demonstrate proper Ryodoraku exam technique and identify why source (yuan) points are used for meridian measurement. Differentiate excess, deficient, and split meridian findings and select the appropriate sedation, tonification, or luo point for each. Identify treatment modality options for activating acupuncture points and recognize practitioner and patient factors that influence Ryodoraku readings. Apply the Matsumoto adrenal protocol and the EAV vagus command and summation point protocol for stress-system support. Identify signature clinical acupoints and demonstrate the five-finger navel screening to determine acupuncture treatment priority. Describe how to integrate acupuncture assessment and AccuGraph EMI exams into new-patient and follow-up AK practice workflows.