POINT LOCATION: ST-36 足三里 — Zúsānlî or Leg Three Miles:
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St-36 is a powerful acupuncture point. Its name in pinyin is 'Zúsānlî', which translates as ‘Leg Three Miles’. Legend has it that it found its name by enabling ancient Chinese soldiers to go the extra three miles.
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Traditionally, Zúsānlî strengthens the legs, fortifies the whole body, tonifies Qi, Xue (blood) and Jinye (body fluids), and eliminates fatigue. 'Li' may be interpreted within this context as a ‘mile’ or as a homonym for ‘to rectify‘. For this reason, Qin Cheng-Zu of the Song Dynasty declared Zúsānlî to be the ‘point of one hundred diseases‘.
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The 13 Ghost Points:
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The ancient Chinese frequently spoke of possession by demons and ghosts. Society viewed the realm of the living as only one plane of existence—one that ran parallel to that of the dead. Ghosts (or gui 鬼 ) were often attributed to the onset of conditions such as mania, paranoia, addiction, seizures, paralysis, lockjaw, headaches, nightmares, epilepsy and mental illness (Dian Cong). People were concerned with appeasing the dead through worship and ritual to ensure that spirits did not negatively impact their daily lives. Around the 7th century, renowned Chinese physician Sun Si-Miao shifted this idea of spiritual possession as a cause of disease to include that of a more physiological nature—the concept of having an excess of Phlegm. Excess Phlegm is said to be the result of long-standing emotional imbalance or trauma, weak Jing or Essence, poor diet, overwork, drug or alcohol abuse and numerous external pathogens—particularly an invasion of wind, heat, and dampness into the body. The 13 Ghost Points focused primarily on treating mental illnesses and neurological disorders within this context. Additionally, Sun Si-Miao understood these points to help cultivate one's sense of self throughout one's lifetime.
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Traditionally, each of the 13 ghost points had a specific indication and could be combined to treat anxiety, dizziness and a feeling of overwhelm. However, these points were specifically indicated for treating more acute psychological disorders, including mania, bipolar disorder, hallucinations, schizophrenia, epilepsy, and more.
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The 13 ghost points are as follows:
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• Gui Gong 鬼宮 – Central Palace of the Ghost – DU-26
• Gui Xin 鬼信 – Ghost Faith – Lu-11
• Gui Lei 鬼壘 – Ghost Fortress – Sp-1
• Gui Xin 鬼心 – Ghost Heart – Pc-7
• Gui Lu 鬼路 – Ghost Path – Bl-62
• Gui Zhen 鬼枕 – Ghost Pillow – Du-16
• Gui Chuang 鬼床 – Ghost Bed – St-6
• Gui Shi 鬼市 – Ghost Market
POINT LOCATION: SP-6 三阴交 (Sān Yīn Jiāo or Three Yin Crossing)
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Sp-6 is located on the inside of the lower leg, 3 cun (or one hands’ breadth) above the prominence of the medial malleolus (ie. the highest point of the ankle bone). It is located in a depression on the medial side or inside of the tibia or shin bone.
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Sp-6 is a powerful acupuncture point. Its name in pinyin is 'San Yin Jiao’, which translates as ‘3 leg crossing’ and highlights its primary function as a meeting point of the three yin channels of the leg: kidney, spleen and liver. It is this connection that makes Sp-6 a primary point for tonifying the kidneys and spleen, and harmonising the liver—all key components in the creation and movement of qi and blood. Within this context, Sp-6 is said to regulate menstruation, and invigorate, cool and nourish the blood. However, its actions and indications are broad, and it is a primary point in the treatment of many digestive, gynaecological, sexual, urinary and emotional disorders as well as being indicated for skin conditions; for example, eczema and urticaria (hives). Finally, as a local point, Sp-6 can be used in the treatment of atrophy disorder and painful obstruction of the lower limbs.
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As it facilitates a strong downward movement, Sp-6 is contra-indicated during pregnancy but is indicated, along with other acupuncture points, in the induction of labour for this very reason. It is also this downward movement that indicates Sp-6 in the treatment of difficult urination, anxiety, insomnia and more.
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PULSE DIAGNOSIS – Upcoming Podcast Series:
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Are you a student or practitioner of Chinese Medicine? Would you like to learn more about pulse diagnosis? Great! I need and value your questions...
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So, I know I've been quiet recently in 'podcast world' @acupuncturewestlondonpodcast. However, I am currently in the planning stages for an extensive upcoming series on pulse diagnosis: a 'slippery' topic, I think you'll agree – no pun intended!
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In this extensive upcoming series, I will be speaking with many practitioners experienced in different aspects of pulse diagnosis. My intention is to explore the classic texts we mostly think of when discussing classical pulse diagnosis and to provide a context for them. These include but are not limited to the following:
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• NanJing (Classic of Difficulties),
• MaiJing (Pulse Classic),
• Bin Hu Mai Xue (The Lakeside Master's Study of the Pulse),
• Jing Yue Quan Shu (Jing-yue's Complete Book),
• Shang Han Lun (Treatise on Damage Due To Cold),
• Jing Gui Yao Lue (Essentials of the Golden Cabinet), and
• Yi Zhong Bi Du (Essential Readings in Medicine).
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I will also be looking at more modern interpretations of pulse diagnosis by the likes of Bob Flaws, Leon Hammer, Ann Cecil Sterman, Peter Eckman, and more. I'll be looking collectively and individually at the 27/28 pulse qualities we see within TCM diagnosis, and how to use these in practice.
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So here's the thing? I'm looking for questions from students and practitioners alike. I would love to hear what you, the listener, would like to get out of this upcoming series. So, post your comments below, PM me directly, or send an email to [email protected]. As they say, there is no such thing as a silly question. After all, we are all and will always be humble students of Chinese Medicine.
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Very best wishes to you all,
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Ben Carrigan Acupuncturist
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EPISODE 9: A Year In Business – Setting Up Your Own Clinic (Part 2):
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“I’ve definitely learned over the last year that I’m better to outsource stuff and really focus on developing my skills, being a better practitioner, giving more time to my patients, doing what I love, you know, which is in clinic, and that’s definitely been really good learning over the last year...”
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Emma Eaton, September 2020.
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EPISODE 8: A Year In Business – Setting Up Your Own Clinic (Part 1)
EPISODE 8: A Year In Business – Setting Up Your Own Clinic (Part 1):
“We had a four practitioner practice. I got to work with really fantastic practitioners. I really wanted people that I could refer to locally, that I really thought were brilliant, and that was one of the main reasons for the clinic, in lots of ways.”
I thought, "Well, the more people we can get access to acupuncture, the better, and if I'm really happy to have these fantastic practitioners as well, that I could refer to, it doesn't really get better than that..."
Emma Eaton, September 2020.
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EPISODES 8 & 9: A Year In Business | Setting Up Your Own Clinic (Part 1 & 2)
EPISODES 8 & 9: A Year In Business | Setting Up Your Own Clinic (Part 1 & 2).
We all study acupuncture and Chinese medicine in the hope that we may develop into the greatest of practitioners. However, we are often under-prepared for how to set ourselves up as practitioners after graduation, or we are perplexed as to how we can take our already existing business to the next level. Today, we speak to Emma Eaton of the Cobham Acupuncture and Reflexology Clinic, who talks us through a year in business and setting up her own busy practice in Cobham, Surrey.
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EPISODE 7: A Year In Business | Setting Up Within An Established Practice (Part 2):
“Well, I think the big one is confidence. I think you leave with this lovely box of tricks, all the knowledge; or a lot of knowledge. And, then you’re out in the big wide world.
I doubted myself. You go through wobbles. As soon as you start getting those results, it gives you that confidence. You know you’re doing the right thing. You’re pleasing people. People coming back to you time and time again, and they’re saying that their lives have changed, and it’s because of you. And it’s lovely, and it just builds and builds and builds...”
Vicky Newman, September 2020.
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EPISODE 6: A Year In Business Setting Up Within An Established Practice (Part 1)
EPISODE 6: A Year In Business Setting Up Within An Established Practice (Part 1):
"So, me and David are the only acupuncturists in the clinic. It's lovely to bounce ideas off. When you first start out, I think you have a bit of a confidence dip. I think you have all your tools in your kit; you know the knowledge. But, I think it's natural just to question yourself and doubt yourself. But Dave was always there as a supportive guidance.
The structure's already there; I didn't have to set that up. That was a great pro really for going in with David. The sinks are in the rooms. I could just walk in, unload my gear and get going, and that was wonderful. I didn't have to think about anything else."
Vicky Newman, September 2020.
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EPISODES 6 & 7: A Year In Business | Setting Up Within An Established Practice (Self-Employed vs. Employed) (Part 1 & 2)
EPISODES 6 & 7: A Year In Business | Setting Up Within An Established Practice (Self-Employed vs. Employed) (Part 1 & 2).
We all study acupuncture and Chinese medicine in the hope that we may develop into the greatest of practitioners. However, we are often under-prepared for how to set ourselves up as practitioners after graduation, or we are perplexed as to how we can take our already existing business to the next level. Today, we speak to Vicky Newman of Cherry Tree Acupuncture, who talks us through a year in business and setting up as a sole trader within an already established clinic.
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