Twelve Points Tapping

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1 Twelve Points Tapping

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3 Shí'èr Twelve Points Tapping

4 Twelve Points Tapping As taught by Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. The Twelve Points Tapping routine is a 'prewarm-up, warm-up''. The goal is to open up the energy channels so the Qì 氣 is flowing freely and to then send vibrations down the channels to unblock any stagnations and ensure the channels are clear. Once the channels are clear and the Qì 氣 is flowing further Qìgōng 氣功 exercises will be much more effective. Characteristics of Twelve Points Vital components of the Twelve Points Tapping are: Tap hard enough so you can feel it, yet not so light it is like stroking. The routine can be shortened or the order altered. Successful Practice For successful practice: Ensure your stance is correct. Gently bounce the legs throughout if comfortable. Contraindications The Twelve Points Tapping should not be practiced if any of the following apply: Physical ability should be given due consideration. Any hand, wrist or leg problems should be given due consideration. The overall effect of practicing the Twelve Points is to: Open the energy channels. Unblock stagnations. Gather earth Qì 氣.

5 Important Points

6 Massage the Channels & 10 Dispersing Points Characteristics of massaging the Lesser Rushing Lesser Rushing - Shaochong (H9) Clears heat. Controls convulsions. Calms the mind. Refreshes the mind. Regulates heart Qì 氣. Good for: o Tongue. o Eyes. o Throat.

7 Characteristics of massaging the Lesser Marsh Lesser Marsh - Shaoze (SI1) Clears heat. Increases bodily fluids. Promotes lactation. Benefits the breasts. Facilitates discharge through orifices.

8 Characteristics of massaging the Rushing Pass Rushing Pass - Guanchong (SJ1) Clears Upper Warmer - Shàng Sānjiāo 上三焦 (USJ) heat. Activates the Triple Warmer - Sānjiāo 三焦 (SJ) channel. Alleviates pain Good for: o Ears. o Tongue.

9 Characteristics of massaging the Middle Rushing Middle Rushing - Zhongchong (PC9) Clears pericardium heat. Clears summer heat. Restores consciousness. Good for: o Tongue.

10 Characteristics of massaging the Shang Yang Shang Yang - Shangyang (LI1) Clears heat. Resolve swelling. Alleviates pain. Restores consciousness.

11 Characteristics of massaging Lesser Shang Lesser Shang - Shaoshang (LU11) Clears heat. Restore Yang. Revive critical patients. Good for: o Throat.

12 Characteristics of massaging the Dispersing Points The Dispersing Points - Shixuan 十宣 (EX-UE1) Restores consciousness. Controls convulsions. Drains heat. Pacifies wind.

13 Tap the Adjoining Valley Characteristics of tapping the Adjoining Valley The Adjoining Valley - Hegu (LI4) Contraindication Pregnancy. Induces labour. Restores Yang. Regulates Guardian Qi - Wèi Qì 氣. Adjusts sweating. Alleviates pain. Regulates the Large Intestine channel. Improves: o Organ function. o Vision. o Hearing. Regulates: o Face. o Eyes. o Nose. o Mouth. o Ears Good for wrist, hand & finger: o Swelling. o Numbness. o Weakness.

14 Characteristics of tapping the Wrist Bone The Wrist Bone - Wàngǔ 腕骨 (SI4) Activates the Small Intestine channel. Alleviates pain Clears heat. Reduces swelling. Clears damp-heat. Treats jaundice. Relieves thirst. Good for wrist, hand & finger: o Swelling. o Numbness. o Weakness. Tap the Wrist Bone

15 Characteristics of tapping the Big Mound The Big Mound - Daling (PC7) Clears heart heat. Calms the spirit Harmonises the Stomach and intestines. Unbinds the chest Clears the nutritive level. Cools blood Good for wrist, hand & finger: o Swelling. o Numbness. o Weakness. Tap the Big Mound

16 Characteristics of tapping The Eight Ghosts The Eight Ghosts - Baxie (EX UE22) Clears heat. Reduces swelling. Increases finger dexterity. Good for: o Finger numbness. o Finger spasm. o Finger pain. o Malaria. Tap the Eight Ghosts

17 Characteristics of tapping Yang's Pool Yang s Pool - Yangchi (SJ4) Relaxes the sinews. Alleviates pain. Clears heat. Tap Yang s Pool

18 Tap the Palace of Labor left & right Characteristics of tapping the Palace of Labor The Palace of Labor - Laogong (PC8) Clears Pericardium heat. Revives consciousness. Clears heart heat. Calms the spirit. Clears heat from the Middle Warmer - Zhōng Sānjiāo 中三焦 (MSJ). Harmonises the Stomach. Clears the nutritive level. Cools blood. Increases finger dexterity. Stops itching. Good for: o Finger numbness. o Finger swelling. o Finger pain.

19 Characteristics of tapping the Inhabited Joint The Inhabited Joint - Juliao (GB29) Activates the Gall Bladder channel. Alleviates pain. Good for: o Hip joint. Tap the Inhabited Joint

20 Tap the Jumping Circle Characteristics of tapping the Jumping Circle The Jumping Circle - Huantaio (GB30) Activates the Gall Bladder channel. Alleviates pain. Dispels wind-damp. Good for: o Hip joint. o Leg.

21 Characteristics of tapping the Winds Market The Winds Market - Fengshi (GB31) Activates the Gall Bladder channel. Alleviates pain. Eliminates wind Alleviates itching Tap the Winds Market

22 Characteristics of tapping the Bright Light The Bright Light - Guangming (GB37) Activates the Gall Bladder channel. Alleviates pain. Dispels wind-damp. Good for: o Eyes. Tap the Bright Light

23 Tap the Shoulder Well & the Gate of Life Characteristics of tapping the Shoulder Well The Shoulder Well - Jianjing (GB21) Activates the Gall Bladder channel. Alleviates pain. Regulates Qì 氣. Transforms and lowers phlegm. Dissipates nodules. Expedites delivery. Good for: o Breasts.

24 Characteristics of tapping the Gate of Life The Gate of Life - Mìngmén 命门 (DU4) Clears heat Regulates the Governing vessel Tonifies the Kidneys Good for: o Lumbar spine.