The Beginner’s Guide to the Eight Extraordinary Vessels

This book introduces the eight extraordinary vessels for acupuncturists. It includes theory and history, as well as practical application to acupuncture practice demonstrated through case studies. Sections on common problems particularly suited to eight extraordinary vessel treatment, such as fertility, depression and emotional problems are included.
Content:
Acknowledgements
Foreword
Chapter One – Preliminaries
Chapter Two – Theoretical Considerations
Chapter Three – Procedure
Chapter Four – Diagnostic Protocols
Chapter Five – The Vessels
Chapter Six – Versatile Points
Chapter Seven – The Role of the Triple Burner
Chapter Eight – Spiritual Axis and Spiritual Deficiency
Chapter Nine – Eight Extraordinary Pulses
Chapter Ten – The Psychology of Emotion
Chapter Eleven – Clinical Applications Specific to Conception & Fertility
Chapter Twelve – The Art of Pairing
Chapter Thirteen – Microcosmic Orbit of the Ren & Du Mai Vessels
Chapter Fourteen – Having Faith
Chapter Fifteen – Different Styles
Chapter Sixteen – A Lucid Account
Chapter Seventeen – Case Studies
Chapter Eighteen – Concluding Remarks
Appendix A – Illustrations
Bibliography