The Beginner's Guide to the Eight Extraordinary Vessels

by Dolma Johanison, Devon Gray L.ac., Maom Dipl.om (Contributor)

This book offers a thorough foundation for acupuncturists on the eight extraordinary vessels in Classical Chinese medicine.The contents cater for the beginner by providing a basic level introduction to the theory and practical application of the eight extraordinary vessel system to acupuncture practice and the healing process. History, the vessels, the pulses, point combinations and safety protocols are all covered, and case studies help demonstrate how this knowledge can be used in treatment.The book includes many helpful illustrations as well as sections on common problems particularly suited to 8EV treatment such as fertility, depression and emotional pain.

238 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 21, 2022

Reviews

[Lisa · Rating 4 out of 5]

The approach leans practical and pragmatic. So theory is basic and instruction to use is clear.

Now that I see its purpose--and I have begun using the heel vessels, I will seek out more theory.