Reinventing acupuncture : a new concept of ancient medicine

In this new edition of Dr Mann's bestselling book he discusses controversial issues such as \* Do acupuncture points exist? \* Are there such things as meridians \*The interplay between mind and body \* The new concept of large areas responding to stimuli rather than having to use specific acupuncture points for treatment In this revolutionary and innovative book, the author has shown that acupuncture points, meridians and the laws of acupuncture are largely an illusion. He has developed an entirely new system of acupuncture which is more closely allied to Western medicine,based upon a sophisticated understanding of acupuncture areas, radiation of sensation, and Strong Reactor patients, often using only a single gentle needle prick. Separate chapters deal with techniques of micro-acupuncture and periosteal acupuncture.This second edition contains important new material on the practical application of needling anywhere in the hand or foot to evoke a response in half of the body. This is consonant with the findings of neurophysiology, opening the door to future scientific investigation of acupuncture phenomena. There are also sections on hyper-micro acupuncture, the Inhibited Patient, the correct interval between treatments, and the symbiotic relationship between mind and body in successful treatment. Reinventing Acupuncture is a revolutionary book in its field, offering exciting new material in an accessible format. The theories discussed are simply explained for application in the everyday practice of acupuncture.Other books by the same author and of Points and Meridians in relation to surface Cure of many diseases 2nd Edition * promotes a greater awareness of the symbiotic relationship between mind and body * new material in many of the chapters - contains much previously unpublished information * includes new chapters on 'The ideal frequency of treatment by acupuncture' and 'Where should the patient be needled?' Shows that acupuncture points, meridians and the laws of acupuncture are largely an illusion. This edition contains material on the application of needling anywhere in the hand or foot to evoke a response in half of the body. It includes sections on hyper-micro acupuncture, the Inhibited Patient, and the correct interval between treatments.