Effective practice in traditional Chinese medicine is underpinned by a profound understanding of the meridians and acupoints. This comprehensive textbook, compiled by the China Beijing International Acupuncture Training Centre (CBIATC) and edited by leading Chinese clinicians Zhu Bing and Wang Hongcai, provides practitioners and students with all the essential information they need to know.

The book delves into the intricate relationships between the meridians and the major organs, detailing their precise locations within the body and how they are intricately linked to the healthy flow of Qi and blood. A substantial section of the text is dedicated to in-depth descriptions of specific acupoints, including their names, precise methods for locating them, and an introduction to the symptoms they can be used to treat and how.

Moreover, this authoritative resource offers a thorough grounding in the fundamental principles of acupuncture practice. Readers will learn how to properly prepare a patient for treatment, the correct techniques for inserting and manipulating acupuncture needles, as well as when and how to effectively employ moxibustion and cupping therapies. Crucially, the book also addresses what to do in the event that complications arise during treatment.

This comprehensive textbook is an indispensable resource for students of traditional Chinese medicine, as well as an excellent reference work for acupuncture practitioners at all levels of experience. By providing a deep, nuanced understanding of the meridians, acupoints, and the core tenets of acupuncture practice, this volume equips readers with the knowledge and skills necessary to deliver effective, safe, and informed treatment.

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