Guideline for the workshop Qi Jing Ba Mai Treating the Heart Shen, Qi Qing Seven Emotions, Wu Xing Personality Traits and the Wu Shen Mental Aspects Below is a rough outline of the Qi Jing Ba Mai (Eight Extraordinary Vessels) presentations topics and timeline: 9am-10.30am provide an overview of the Qi Jing Ba Mai including how they can regulate the QiQing(Seven Emotions), Wu Shen (Five Spirits), and the Wu Xing (Five Elements) Archetypes. Then discuss each of the Vessels individually focusing on their general functions, confluent points, what Qi Qing/Wu Shen/Wu Xing they treat, and a treatment example. 10.30am-11am break. 11am-12.30pm practical application of the Qi Jing Ba Mai. Participants to get in groups of three or more and treat each other based on one of the eight treatment examples provided. David will wander around the room chatting to participants about any questions they had from the theory. 12.30pm-3pm lunch. Guideline for the workshop Below is a rough outline of the Qi Jing Ba Mai (Eight Extraordinary Vessels) presentations topics and timeline: 3pm-4.30pm provide an overview of the Qi Jing Ba Mai in relation to enhancing Athletic/Sporting Performance. Then discuss each of the Vessels individually focusing on five key areas pre-training preparation, in-training, athletic/sporting event, post-event recovery, and miscellaneous. 4.30pm-5pm break. 5pm-6.20pm practical application of the Qi Jing Ba Mai. Same setup as earlier with participants getting into groups of three or more and treat each other using one of the emotion treatments provided earlier, or one of the athletic/sporting performance treatments. David will wander around the room chatting to participants about any questions they had from the theory. 6.20pm-6.30pm overflow and/or questions. Qi Jing Ba Mai Qi = Extraordinary Jing= Vessel or Channel Ba= Eight Mai= a Vessel that Fills and Empties History The main ancient sources of the 8EV*: Huang Di Nei Jing Su Wen 200-100BCE. Nan Jing 100CE. Pulse Classic Wang Shu He 280CE. Systematic Classic of Acupuncture and Moxibustion Huang Fu Mi 282CE. Guide of Acupuncture Cannon Dou Han Qing 1196. Study of the Eight Extraordinary Vessels Li Shi Zhen 1578. Great Compendium of Acupuncture Xu Feng 1601. Golden Mirror of the Medical Tradition Wu Qian 1742. Overview NOTE:All Qi Jing Ba Mai pictures are courtesy of Elsevier Churchill Livingstone. The Eight Extraordinary Vessels are a fascinating and important part of the channel system in Chinese medicine. No matter how much one researches them, there is always a new aspect emerging, a new understanding, a new angle Maciocia (2006), p. 371. 1
Qi Jing Ba Mai They strengthen the association among the Jing Luo channels and collaterals. They control, join, store, and regulate the Qi, Xue, JinYe, and Jingof each channel. The Eight Extraordinary Vessels absorb overflows from the Main channels Maciocia (2006): p. 376. Qi Jing Ba Mai All of the Eight Extraordinary Vessels give access to primordial energy and each has its special key for the unlocking of stores of memory lodged in the Heart, in the cells, and in the muscles Carey & De Muynck (2007): pp. 102-103. These Keys are the Confluent points; also called Opening and Coupled. Can treat inherited memory, or memories one wishes to forget (have squashed them away deep inside) When to use the Qi Jing Ba Mai Mental and Emotional Problems Problems of more than one of the Twelve Main Channels Complicated or chronic conditions Neurological conditions Elite athletic/sports performance How to use the Qi Jing Ba Mai There is no hard and fast rule; for centuries Chinese medicine authors only spoke about them, but not how to treat them. When treatments for the extraordinary vessels were described in the old books [classics], there were, unfortunately, few descriptions of the needle or moxa techniques recommended Matsumoto & Birch (1986): p. 71. The Qi Jing Ba Mai is an area that s still very polarising, especially when a TCM therapist suggests how to treat. I treat using the opening point, then the coupled point, then a selection of points on the Mai(Vessel); and if necessary some non-maipoints. I treat bilaterally. Ren Mai Ren Mai Opening point = Lung 7 (Lie Que) Coupled point = Kidney 6 (Zhao Hai) Also called Conception Vessel, Central Vessel, or Directing Vessel Sea of YinChannels Binds up the anterior of the body 2
Ren Mai The meaning [of the character for Ren] is to endure, to bear, to take the burden of something to bear the burden of being human, which is for instance, to be able to take charge and cope at each level of human life Larre & Rochat De La Vallee (1997): pp. 85-86. Ren Mai It is said at conception the spirit [Shen] of man [woman] has the purpose of his [her] life whispered into his [her] ear as he [she] passes through the heavenly gateway into life. As our life unfolds, it is this secret that gives life its purpose The Ren Mai governs this inner resource Kaatz (2005): p 33. Ren Mai Ren Mai The bonding process begins along the Ren channel when the mother/father/caretaker embraces the newborn This relationship has a profound influence on the child in all spheres of life: physical, emotional, and spiritual Twicken (2013): p. 37. Pathologies along the Ren can manifest later in life, depending on the bonding process. For example, if there was a lack of bonding, a person may seek that experience in future relationships Twicken (2013): p. 37. Anger Anxiety Irritability Addictions Depression A fear of new Grief Can t birth new ideas or plans DianKuang (manic depressive) Fragile Feeling ungrounded (Po Xu) Panic attacks Emotional unbalanced Spiritually disconnected Ren Mai Treatment Du Mai Opening point LU7. Coupled point KI6. CV4 pass /gateway to original you; for Xueand Yin CV6 sea of Qi; for Qiand Yang. CV12 Front Muof Stomach. CV14 Front Muof Heart. CV17 Front Muof Pericardium (Emperor s Bodyguard). CV21 crowns whole treatment. Accesses our great reserve of profound depth [for] the secret of our life Kaatz (2005): p. 33. http://www.inmagine.com/pcrf025/pcrf025276-photo 3
Du Mai Opening point = Small Intestine 3 (Hou Xi) Coupled point = Urinary Bladder 62 (Shen Mai) Also called Governing Vessel Du Mai The Governing Vessel [Du Mai] affects three organs which have a profound influence on the Mind [Shen]: The Kidneys ( willpower, Zhi), the Heart ( Mind, Shen) and the Brain ( Mind, Shen) Maciocia (2006): p. 405. Sea of YangChannels Binds up the posterior of the body Du Mai The Du Mai is like the Emperor s governor watching over the kingdom directed from the wisdom and love of the Emperor s Heart The Du Mai directs the activities of the mind, body and spirit [Shen] with pure forceful, dynamic, vital, Yang Qi Kaatz (2005): p. 59. Du Mai The Du Mai is all about our dynamic, vital Yang. If there are issues with development early in life via lack of, or excessive, stimulation it can lead to problems later in life. Shistimulation may lead to a person that cant slow down; can t stop and rest; can t just be in the moment. Xustimulation may lead to someone who is timid, shy, held in, won t communicate with others. Du Mai Du Mai Treatment Mania (Kuang Ji) Depression (Dian Ji) Anxiety Agitation Anger Poor memory Insomnia Feeling overwhelmed Emotional paralysis Survival/prosperity issues Opening point SI3. Coupled point BL62. GV1 accesses the force of a mighty river*. GV4 Heaven s stamp (Dao)*. GV10 Spirit Tower Heart*. GV11 Spirit Path links Heart to Shen*. GV20 Hundred Meetings links Heart to Shen*. GV24 Spirit Palace Shen*. Treats singular or multiple emotional imbalances, known and/or unknown. * Kaatz (2005): pp. 58-87. http://www.inmagine.com/stockconnection-013/ptg 00114403-photo 4
Chong Mai Chong Mai Opening point = Spleen 4 (Gong Sun) Coupled point = Pericardium 6 (Nei Guan) Also called Penetrating Vessel or Thrusting Vessel Sea of the 12 Main Channels Regulates the Uterus, Prostate, and the Kidney Chong Mai The Chong Mai is an intercommunication with all that is important so we can move forward along a straight pathway by joining all routes along the way and by gathering together the experiences that come It is responsible for the pattern of the development of life Kaatz (2005): p. 89. Chong Mai The Chong Mai is effective to treat mental restlessness and anxiety associated with Rebellious Qi Maciocia (2006): p. 404. Chong Mai Chong Mai Chong energetic properties can access our primordial nature, the capacity to become anything, to take any shape or form. This includes having an open and free mind Twicken(2013): p. 48. When we allow the natural expression of our prenatal energetic properties in postnatal life, we are living our quest. This process is a type of alchemy. This cultivation influences the way we can change and transform Twicken(2013): p. 49. Intergenerational imprinting Obsessive thinking Negativity Addictions Inner/outer worlds mixed up Anxiety Anger Depression Fear Worry 5
Chong Mai Treatment Dai Mai Opening point SP4. Coupled point PC6. ST30 rushing Qi*. KI13 (left) opening to inherited essence (Qi/Yang)*. KI16 (right) opening to inherited reserves (Water/Yin)*. KI21 light at end of tunnel*. CV23 new vision*. GV4 Heaven s stamp (Dao)*. For intergenerational imprinting (explain). * Kaatz (2005): pp. 89-105. http://www.inmagine.com/faa051/faa051000199-photo Dai Mai Opening point = Gall Bladder 41 (Zu Lin Qi) Coupled point = Triple Energiser 5 (Wai Guan) Also called Girdle Vessel or Belt Vessel Binds up all the other channels Dai Mai Think of the Dai Mai as splitting the body clean in half. It s the only vessel/channel that travels horizontally in the body, thereby connecting all the channels in the body, including the 12 Main and Qi Jing Ba Mai. Because it cuts the body in half it also absorbs Qifrom the anterior of the body through to the posterior of the body, enriching every organ in its path, namely the Lower Jiaoorgans especially the Kidneys and Uterus, and Middle Jiaoorgans especially the Liver and Gall Bladder. Dai Mai It [Dai Mai] is a guiding ship from the origins of life itself, uniting and moving our vital circulations as we pilot our course in the great sea of the Tao [Dao] Kaatz (2005): p. 107. Dai Mai Treats being stuck in frustration, trying to break through but not getting there, accelerates mobility to move ahead by opening to the expression of emotion so that it can be released and reformatted. Referenced from Carey & De Muynck (2007): p. 116. 6
Dai Mai Dai Mai Treatment Indecision Cold feet Frustrated Judgemental Depression Allows for flexibility to abandon a direction which is no longer serving Suppressed anger Hypersensitive Worry Self-opinionated/ judgemental Opening point GB41. Coupled point TE5. BL23 directs life and revitalises the Shen*. LR13 new step forward*. GB26 puts life plans into action*. GB28 binds our path/dao from an inner vision*. For correct decision making in line with our inherited source. * Kaatz (2005): pp. 89-105. http://www.inmagine.com/view_image.php?filename=iz012001&sid Qiao Mai The Yang and Yin Qiao channels relate to our stance in life [including] how they [we] relate to the internal (self-esteem) or the external world (society) Twicken (2013): p. 37. These [channels] are about the current moment. They offer the possibility of releasing or diminishing current intensities influencing our life Twicken (2013): p. 37. Qiao Mai The Qiao channels can release pathology from the past that is being experienced in the present. They can also release stresses about the future that are affecting the present moment Twicken (2013): p. 119. trauma or chronic emotional stresses that are not resolved, and not let go, can be deposited in the Qiao channels Twicken (2013): p. 120. Yang Qiao Mai Yang Qiao Mai Opening point = Urinary Bladder 62 (Shen Mai) Coupled point = Small Intestine 3 (Hou Xi) XiCleft point = Urinary Bladder 59 (Fu Yang) Also called YangHeel Vessel, YangStepping Vessel, or Yang Motility Vessel. Binds up the right and left sides of the body 7
Yang Qiao Mai That brings us to another kind of pathology linked with the Qiao Mai, the two sides of fury and madness, agitation and inertia, which are also effects of this lack of communication between Yin and Yang; the bolting of the Yang or the overflowing of the Yin Larre & Rochat De La Vallee (1997): p. 195. Yang Qiao Mai Used when no more energy can be taken in, when cellular information cannot be assimilated, integrated, and when the nervous system is overcharged from life changes and psycho-spiritual evolution. Referenced from Carey & De Muynck(2007): p. 107. Yang Qiao Mai Yang Qiao Mai The stuff we put on our backs is released back into consciousness so it can be dealt with skeleton in our cupboards what s haunting us (known or unknown). Acutonics lectures Toni Cross (2006). Depression Feeling overwhelmed Mental agitation Restlessness Over-thinking Insomnia Skeleton in the closet Nervous tension Dian Kuang (manic depression) What s haunting us Yang Qiao Mai Treatment Yin Qiao Mai Opening point BL62. Coupled point SI3. GB29 gives clarity to our deepest essence*. LI15 takes charge of burdens we carry*. ST2 dynamically moves the changes we seek within ourselves*. GB20 where vision and clarity can be put into action*. Treats the skeletons in our closet; wearing two masks (discuss). * Kaatz (2005): pp. 114-129. http://www.inmagine.com/alamy/bd9gp3-photo 8
Yin Qiao Mai Opening point = Kidney 6 (Zhao Hai) Coupled point = Lung 7 (Lie Que) XiCleft point = Kidney 8 (Jiao Xin) Also called YinHeel Vessel, YinStepping Vessel, or Yin Motility Vessel Yin Qiao Mai This harmony [between Yang Qiao Mai and Yin Qiao Mai] gives us a vital, powerful and graceful dancing movement so we can flow with the constantly changing energies of life Kaatz (2005): p. 115. Binds up the right and left sides of the body Yin Qiao Mai Yin Qiao Mai Allows for the ability to flow with the natural course of events our destiny, inner strength and faith in self, and our willingness to be in the unknown. Acutonics Lectures Toni Cross (2006). Depression Anxiety Sadness Deep fear Dian Kuang (manic depressive) Insomnia Somnolence Nightmares Unable to enjoy life Alcoholism Yin Qiao Mai Treatment Wei Mai Opening point KI6. Coupled point LU7. KI8 sincere trust and faith in our inner wisdom*. ST12 nourishes our defective, deficient, chipped and broken nature*. BL1 inner and outer vision of spirit/shen*. Treats alcoholism particularly inherited/genetic coding (discuss). * Kaatz (2005): pp. 130-135. The Wei Mai are like a fine net of heaven that covers everything giving harmony to the constant changes Here everything is kept at a good level to keep life in balanced harmony Kaatz (2005): p. 137. http://www.inmagine.com/rds076/rds076208-photo 9
Wei Mai Yang Wei Mai The Yang Wei and Yin Wei channels link different transitions or milestones in our life in reliving past moments or living a fantasy of the future the Wei channels can assist in releasing these attachments Twicken (2013): p. 37. Wei channels energetic properties can access experiences as we age: the experiences that have caused imbalances within a person. These imbalances relate to significant stages in our life Twicken (2013): p. 97. Yang Wei Mai Opening point = Triple Energiser 5 (Wai Guan) Coupled point = Gall Bladder 41 (Zu Lin Qi) XiCleft point = Gall Bladder 35 (Yang Jiao) Also called Yang Linking Vessel, Yang Regulating Vessel, or Yang Tie Vessel Yang Wei Mai it is the hinge between the external experiences in life and how we process them internally. Its ability to filter what is valuable and retain it, and release what is not valuable, is crucial to health Twicken (2013): p. 99. Binds up the interior and exterior of the body Connected to all the Yang channels Yang Wei Mai Caught up in inaction/indecision. Not listening to inner guidance of Heart. Empowers person who is externally focused to once again trust/allow intimacy. Acutonics Lectures Toni Cross (2006). Yang Wei Mai Affects Shao Yang division of emotional patterning and spiritual transformation, vents out or exposes the pattern and the transformational path, allows the Liver to hear the call and see the vision. Not letting what is dead die so that there is energy to bring something new forth. Referenced from Carey & De Muynck(2007): pp. 101, 117. 10
Yang Wei Mai Yang Wei Mai Treatment Forgetful Confusion Indecision Lack of trust Inaction Holding onto the past Obsession No willpower No self-control Shao Yang emotional issues Opening point TE5. Coupled point GB41. BL63 touches the beauty both within and without*. GB35 unites the rich, warm Yangof the mind, body, and Shen*. TE15 reconnects our bodies to the Heaven s*. GV15 a palace beyond words, where we can here the Dao*. Treats the Shao Yang division (discuss). * Kaatz (2005): pp. 137-153. http://www.inmagine.com/view_image.php?filename=dvs087549&sid Yin Wei Mai Yin Wei Mai Opening point = Pericardium 6 (Nei Guan) Coupled point = Spleen 4 (Gong Sun) XiCleft point = Kidney 9 (Zhu Bin) Also called Yin Linking Vessel, Yin Regulating Vessel, or Yin Tie Vessel Binds up the interior and exterior of the body Connected to all the Yin channels Yin Wei Mai Issues with personal relationships. Frees blocks when someone is protecting their Heart. Lacking trust, closing down relationships. Acutonics lectures Toni Cross (2006). Yin Wei Mai Opens gate to the inner self. Calms anxiety from stepping into new form. Connects the inner and the outer self. Opens up when one is shut down and the disassociation of emotions and self that is often a survival mechanism for abuse. Referenced from Carey & De Muynck(2007): p. 115. 11
Yin Wei Mai Yin Wei Mai Treatment Insomnia Anxiety Depression/sadness Pensiveness Obsessed Torn emotionally Connects innerand outer self Apprehension Heartache Phobias Opening point PC6. Coupled point SP4. KI9 a rich reserve of inherited energy from the Dao*. SP15 gather accomplishments and envision the next step forward*. LR14 our gateway of expectation and hope*. CV22 inner vision, or sudden heavenly opening*. CV23 new vision*. Allows us an insight into our true path/dao. * Kaatz (2005): pp. 154-161. http://www.inmagine.com/view_image.php?filename=ptg00110303&sid Using a 10 week training program as platform for presentation. Pre-Training Preparation 6 weeks (3 weeks before In- Training, up to 3 weeks after In-Training starts). In-Training Program weeks 4-10 of training program. Athletic/Sporting Event comprises of 2 parts (see relevant slides for further information). Post-Event Recovery (6 weeks same as for Pre-Training Preparation). Pre-Training Preparation This will span 6 weeks for a 10 week training program. It starts 3 weeks before athletes training begins and absorbs 3 weeks into the beginning of athletes training program. Treatment comprises entirely of tonifying Vital Substances, as in, Qi, Xue, JinYeand Jing, according to individual athlete Pattern of Disharmony Pathology. Treatments should be at least 2 times a week ( Pre- Training ), up to a maximum of 4 sessions a week (for In-Training ). I have found results to be more effective if athlete has treatment after training has finished for the day. NOTE: If athlete has a ShiPattern then consider appropriate sedation in your treatment protocol. An effective treatment to consider in the very first week is: Guan Yuan (CV 4), Qi Hai (CV 6), Zhong Wan (CV 12), JuQue (CV 14), Dan Zhong (CV 17), Xuan Ji (CV 21), Bai Hui (GV 20), San Yin Jiao (SP 6), Zu San Li (ST 36), Zhi Gou (TE 6), and Qu Chi (LI 11).* Discuss further. * Hartmann (2009): pp. 13-15. 12
In-Training Weeks 4-10 of program. Include some Pattern of Disharmony treatment as well as release of this energy into the extremities. Discuss and give examples. The Qi Jing Ba Mai are used here only in part. Subsequent pages will be dedicated to each of the Qi Jing Ba Maiwith a treatment example for each. Ren Mai Opening point = Lie Que (LU 7). Coupled point = Zhao Hai (KI 6). LuoConnecting point = Jiu Wei (CV 15). Zhong Ji (CV 3) backache and sore knees.* Qi Hai (CV 6) tiredness.** Zhong Wan (CV 12) tiredness, weak limbs, calms the Shen.* Shan Zhong (CV 17) chest oppression.** Xuan Ji (CV 21) chest oppression.** * Maciocia (2006): pp. 469, 476-477. ** Quirico et al (2007): pp. 131, 134-135. Du Mai Opening point = Hou Xi (SI 3). Coupled point = Shen Mai (BL 62). LuoConnecting point = Chang Qiang (GV 1). Yao Shu (GV 2) weakness of lower limbs, backache.** Yao Yang Guan (GV 3) backache, weak, listless.** Shen Zhu (GV 12) calms the Shen, tiredness, breathless.* Da Zhui (GV 14) meeting point of all Yangchannels.* Bai Hui (GV 20) hundred meetings. Descends and/or ascends. Chong Mai Opening point = Gong Sun (SP 4). Coupled point = Nei Guan (PC 6). Qi Chong (ST 30) dynamic force that sends Qiand Xueanywhere its needed.** Qi Xue (KI 13) backache, weak knees, links to Spleen and Liver channels.* Huang Shu (KI 16) recharges our Qiand Xuereserves from Kidney Jing.** Tong Gu (KI 20) allows us to receive what comes without effort.** * Maciocia (2006): pp. 520-521. ** Kaatz (2005): pp. 90, 96, 100. * Maciocia (2006): pp. 440-441. ** Quirico et al (2007): pp. 140-141. Dai Mai Opening point = Zu Lin Qi (GB 41). Coupled point = Wai Guan (TE 5). Zhang Men (LR 13) meeting point of the Yinchannels.* Shen Shu (BL 23) inner powerhouse where inner reserves are accessed.** Dai Mai (GB 26) where we access our wealth of vital circulation. The Dai Mai links/binds all channels.** Wei Dao (GB 28) Here we can move with everything being tied and united together Kaatz (2005): p. 112. Yang Qiao Mai Opening point = Shen Mai (BL 62). Coupled point = Hou Xi (SI 3). XiCleft point = Fu Yang (BL 59). Ju Liao (GB 29) directly linked to the power of our inherited Yang energy Kaatz (2005): p. 119. Ju Liao (ST 3) centres us in the earth, thereby providing us with strength to move with whatever is thrown our way.** Feng Chi (GB 20) where vision and clarity can be put into action.** * Maciocia (2006): p. 544. ** Kaatz (2005): pp. 108, 110. ** Kaatz (2005): pp. 124, 128. 13
Yin Qiao Mai Opening point = Zhao Hai (KI 6). Coupled point = Lie Que (LU 7). XiCleft point = Jiao Xin (KI 8). Ran Gu (KI 2) brings warmth, enabling balance, so we can reach out without fear.** Que Pen (ST 12) refills our inner bowl of nourishment Kaatz (2005): p. 133. Jing Ming (BL 1) allows us to see the Tao(Dao) in daily life activities, with brightness and clarity.** Yang Wei Mai Opening point = Wai Guan (TE 5). Coupled point = Zu Lin Qi (GB 41). XiCleft point = Yang Jiao (GB 35). Ju Liao (GB 29) directly linked to the power of our inherited Yang energy Kaatz (2005): p. 119. Tian Liao (TE 15) hear the whispers of the Tao (Dao) gives inspiration and guidance Kaatz (2005): p. 142. Feng Fu (GV 16) gives our inner and outer bodies a spring clean, thereby removing unwanted accumulations.** ** Kaatz (2005): p. 151. ** Kaatz (2005): pp. 130, 134. Yin Wei Mai Opening point = Nei Guan (PC 6). Coupled point = Gong Sun (SP 4). XiCleft point = Zhu Bin (KI 9). Da Heng (SP 15) gather accomplishments and envision the next step forward.** Qi Men (LR 14) provides hope which gives us the impulse to get up each day and work for what we envision and believe. Kaatz (2005): p. 159. Lian Quan (CV 23) source of inner knowledge, which stimulates our mind, body, and spirit.** Athletic/Sporting Event Dependant on when the actual event is scheduled and your access to the athlete at this time. Explain. If you have access right up to the event/s then continue building Vital Substances until the night before event. Discuss protocol if athlete has multiple events over period of days. The night before the event you open the Qi Jing Ba Mai, one of two ways (see next slide): ** Kaatz (2005): pp. 157, 161. Post-Event Recovery Bilateral use of the opening points for each, as in, Lie Que (LU 7), Zhao Hai (KI 6), Hou Xi (SI 3), Shen Mai (BL 62), Gong Sun (SP 4), Nei Guan (PC 6), Zu Lin Qi (GB 41), Wai Guan (TE 5) = 16 points. Unilateral the opening and coupled points for each. Dependant on whether athlete is male or female (see below for each): MALE: opening point will be on the left and its coupled on the right.* So LU 7 on (L) & KI 6 on (R), SI 3 on (L) & BL 62 on (R), SP 4 on (L) & PC 6 on (R), GB 41 on (L) & TE 5 on (R). FEMALE: opening point will be on the right and its coupled on the left.* So LU 7 on (R) & KI 6 on (L), SI 3 on (R) & BL 62 on (L), SP 4 on (R) & PC 6 on (L), GB 41 on (R) & TE 5 on (L). For the example used of a 10 week training program then the athletes recovery will comprise of 6 weeks (same as Pre-Training slide above). This is because after such an intense lead up to the actual sporting event the athlete has put enormous strain on their Vital Substance supply. By securing a commitment to their recovery you are ensuring a much healthier athlete; with the hope that a longer career span can be obtained. * Maciocia (2006): p. 396. 14
Miscellaneous This is some of the additional benefits of TCM treatment for the athlete including: Increased energy levels San Yin Jiao (SP 6), Zu San Li (ST 36), He Gu (LI 4), Guan Yuan (CV 4), Ming Men (GV 4).* Reduced muscle fatigue Feng Shi (GB 31), Yang Ling Quan (GB 34), Wai Guan (TE 5), San Yin Jiao (SP 6), Da Bao (SP 21).* Lactic acid flush Yang Ling Quan (GB 34), Liang Qiu (ST 34), Shou San Li (LI 10), Qu Chi (LI 11), Da Bao (SP 21).* Enhanced mental alertness when fatigued Feng Chi (GB 20), Yi She (BL 49), Tai Bai (SP 3), Shen Men (HT 7), Bai Hui (GV 20).* Pain relief He Gu (LI 4), Nei Ting (ST 44), Nei Guan (PC 6), Zu San Li (ST 36), Gao Huang Shu (BL 43).* Faster recovery from fatigue San Yin Jiao (SP 6), He Gu (LI 4), Zu San Li (ST 36), Guan Yuan (CV 4), Ming Men (GV 4).* Discuss emotion regulation as well. Discuss faster recovery from injury. Dependant on injury. Discuss breaking through previous barriers. Finish with a clinical example of a client. * Hartmann (2009): pp. 58, 91, 102, 104. * Hartmann (2009): pp. 62, 113. Disclaimer This entire program should be outlined to the athlete before treatment begins so that no confusion or ignorance can be claimed to cease treatment. So in summary, that is likely to entail 17-18 weeks of treatment with approximately 1-4 sessions a week. For the mathematically challenged the mid-range is the 35-40 treatment mark. Because of the high number of sessions required I reduce my price per session and only charge for a maximum of 3 sessions a week even if they have more. I also allow them to pay off the treatments, although I do encourage the athlete to pay upfront as a way of securing their commitment to the treatment program. I offer a discount if they pay up front. On a separate note, occasionally the athlete suffers from some residual emotional release 2-9 months post-treatment. Explain. References Carey, D., & De Muynck, M. (2007). Acutonics: There s no Place like Ohm (2nd ed.). Llano: Devachan Press. Chace, C., & Shima, M. (2010). An Exposition on the Eight Extraordinary Vessels: Acupuncture, Alchemy & Herbal Medicine. Seattle: Eastland Press. Cross, T. (2006). Acutonics: Levels 1 & 2. Brisbane, Australia. Ellis, A., Wiseman, N., & Boss, K. (1989). Grasping the Wind. Brookline: Paradigm Publications. Hartmann, D. (2009). Acupoint Dictionary 2e. Sydney: Elsevier Churchill Livingstone. Kaatz, D. (2005). Characters of Wisdom: Taoist Tales of the Acupuncture Points. Soudorgues: The Petite Bergerie Press. References Larre, C., & Rochat De La Vallee, E. (1997). The Eight Extraordinary Meridians. Cambridge: Monkey Press. Maciocia, G. (2006). The Channels of Acupuncture. Edinburgh: Churchill Livingstone Elsevier. Maciocia, G. (2005). The Foundations of Chinese Medicine (2nd ed.). Edinburgh: Churchill Livingstone Elsevier. Matsumoto, K., & Birch, S. (1986). Extraordinary Vessels. Brookline: Paradigm Publications. Mou, B. (2004). A Re-examination of the Structure and Content of Confucius Version of the Golden Rule. Philosophy East and West, 54(2), 218-248. Retrieved from <http://ezproxy.scu.edu.au/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/ login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&an=12245624&site=ehost-live> References Quirico, P. E., & Pedrali, T. (2007). Teaching Atlas of Acupuncture, Vol. 1. Stuttgart: Thieme. Ross, J. (1995). Acupuncture Point Combinations. Edinburgh: Churchill Livingstone. Twicken, D. (2013) Eight Extraordinary Channels: Qi Jing Ba Mai. London: Singing Dragon. Unschuld, P. U., Trans. (1986). Nan-Ching: The Classic of Difficult Issues. Berkeley: University of California Press. Wang, J. Y., & Robertson, J. D. (2008). Applied Channel Theory in Chinese Medicine. Seattle: Eastland Press. 15