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Preface to Master Tong's Acupuncture: 2nd Edition
by Richard Tan, O.M.D., L.Ac.
After coming to the U.S. some 20 years ago I was astounded at the relatively low level of
clinical efficacy accepted as normal by the American TCM trained acupuncture commu~
nity. The highly standardized TCM format adopted for curriculum purposes by U.S.
acupuncture colleges does make it possible to educate and test large numbers of practi~
tioners in a consistent way. E'ltablishing a baseline level of competency is :m important
service, and the schools do this job well. However, standardization causes TCM acupunc~
ture to suffer from the serious side effect of oversimplification. In terms of the rich and
diverse tradition of theory and practice that has evolved through the centuries into
Chinese medicine, what is taught in the U.S. as TCM represents only a conceptual skele~
ton and one with a few bones missing at that. As a result, acupuncturists in this country
are often at a disadvantage when it comes to obtaining a consistently high level of clini~
cal results.
Due to my concern regarding this clinical deficit, in 1991 I enlisted the aid of my long~
time apprentice and co~author Stephen Rush to publish my first book, Tt11elve and
Twelve in Acupuncture. This book utilizes some of Master Tong's points to give practi~
tioners an easily accessible source of reference material that would instantly upgrade
their clinical effectiveness in specific treatment scenarios. I have found that Master
Tong's points and their effects are very compatible with my own explanation of
acupuncture channel theory which, in turn, relates to my study of the I Ching as a math~
ematical system of philosophy.
While living and learning acupuncture (first from my family and later in apprenticeship
to several other masters) in Taiwan, Master Tong was renowned as one of the greatest
acupuncturists in the country. In Taiwan, the number of impressive~looking letters foJ,
lowing a practitioner's name was not nearly as compelling a form of advertisement as the
number of patients found waiting at his clinic for treatment. In Master Tong's case, the
line of patients was often said to stretch far out into the street. This in spite of the fact
that he could treat patients very quickly, often seeing upwards of 100 per day!
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With this kind of distal point treatment style, it is possible to use only a few needles, yet
obtain good results in a very short time. In my experience, patients usually report an
improvement in their symptoms of pain or numbness and an increase in mobility very
soon after I insert needles into these points. Relief often occurs within seconds of
. needling if the distal points are selected appropriately. The points in this book are very
powerful if used properly.
Miriam Lee has been a great help to the profession of acupuncture in several ways. By
standing up to the legal challenge from the state of California and fighting for her right
to practice, she helped our profession to get started in this state. Another help to the pro·
fession was through her willingness to share with many student and apprentice acupunc-
turists what she had learned over the years, at a time when "keeping secrets" was far more
the norm. One of my own current apprentices studied with Miriam Lee for a while, and
reports that Miriam's openness and willingness to answer questions was a godsend to her
in her own training.
I cannot help but feel that by publishing this second edition of Master Tong's points as
well as her other book, lnsights of a SeniOT Acupuncturist, that she and Blue Poppy are
doing the profession a big favor. Whenever I lecture on my balance method and discuss
Master Tong's work, I always mention Miriam's book as a source of additional informa·
tion. It is good to hear that this has helped generate sufficient interest to enable publica-
tion of this second edition.
For the sake of our profession, it is necessary to continue with the political struggle to
improve public access to acupuncture. But I feel it is even more important to make our·
selves the most clinically effective practitioners that we can be. After all, what good is
the right to all the insurance coverage in the world if an acupuncturist cannot quickly
and effectively treat most patients' pain? Miriam Lee's years of experience and Master
Tong's method will prove invaluable towards this end.
August 1998
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Editor's Preface
This book is based on Miriam Lee's use and understanding of the Tong Shi Zhen ]iu Zheng
]ing Qi Xue Xue (A Study of Master Tong's Acupuncture/Moxibustion Regular Channel [&]
Extraordinary Points). That Chinese language book was written by Tong Jing-chang (Tung
Ching-chang) and Yuan Guo-ben and was published by the Hsin Ya Publishing Co. in
Taipei in 1973. Miriam Lee (now retired) was one of the first and most respected
acupuncturists in California and was instrumental in the legalization of acupuncture in
that state.
During the early years when Dr. Lee taught the materials contained in this book in north-
em California, she based her English language teachings on Palden Dechen's translation
of the Tong Shi Zhen ]iu Zheng ]ing Qi Xue Xue. Published under the tide, Tung's Orthodox
Acupuncture (and currently available from Casten Publishing), this was the first English
language translation of Dr. Tong's work. Palden Dechen, who now goes by the name
Palden Carson, MD, was a disciple of Dr. Tong's and is the Chairman of the World Tung
Acupuncture Association. However, in preparing this new and original edition of Dr.
Tong's work, we drew from three primary sources: 1) a photocopy of Dr. Tong's Chinese
original furnished to us by Miriam Lee, 2) a photocopy of Palden Dechen's English lan-
guage book, and 3) many hours of audiotapes of oral commentary and case histories pre-
pared by Miriam Lee specifically for this project. Therefore, this current book is not a new
translation of Dr. Tong's book but is rather a description of Dr. Lee's use and understand-
ing of Dr. Tong's work. We are also indebted to Palden Carson for the correction of var-
ious mistakes which crept into our previous editions of this book.
The Tong Shi Zhcn ]iu Zheng ]ing Qi Xue Xue is a unique and important book in the world
of contemporary acupuncture. It is a record of a divergent style of acupuncture unlike the
style currently practiced in the People's Republic of China, Japanese Meridian Therapy,
or Korean Constitutional Therapy. As a style, it is based on the use of only a very few
points per treatment located at a distance far from the site of pathology. Some of these
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points are on the 14 regular channels. Others are non,channel points. However, all are
called by names other than those considered standard in contemporary Chinese acupunc,
ture texts. In addition, the indications and needle techniques given for those points
which are on the 14 regular chaxmd points are different from their more standard indi-
cations and techniques. Rather than just a catalogue of miscellaneous extra or non,chan,
nel points, this book is a record of an entirely different style and system of Chinese
acupuncture.
It is Dr. Lee's experience that this system is especially effective, relatively easy to learn,
and can be used to treat large numbers of patients per day because it uses a simplified diag-
nosis and so few points per treatment. In preparing this book, Dr. Lee has said that,
although TCM acupuncture, or what she calls 14 regular channel acupuncture, looks easy
and makes theoretical sense, it often does not achieve such good results and often its diag,
noses are too complex and time,consuming.
According to Dr. Lee, acupuncture and moxibustion lore was developed in China as early
as 3,000 years ago. However, when Qin Huang Di killed many scholars and burnt all the
hooks of his day more than 2,000 years ago, much acupuncture and moxibustion knowl,
edge was lost or became fragmented. After that time, the Huang Di Nei ling (The Yellow
EmperOT's Inner Classic) became the dominant text and, with it, the system that Dr. Lee
refers to as 14 regular channel acupuncture. In the compilation of the Huang Di Nei ling,
much previous information was either lost or omitted and other, newer theories and ideas
were added. However, certain scholars who espoused and were the repository of alterna,
tive acupuncture and moxibustion theories and techniques escaped Qin Huang Di's purge
and moved east of the mountains to what is now known as Shandong. These scholar,
practitioners continued passing down their own theories and techniques within the sys,
tern of family apprenticeship. Because of China's long history of periodic civil wars, these
scholar,doctors chose to transmit their knowledge orally. Rather than trusting this infor,
mation to paper scrolls or bamboo slats which could be stolen, lost, or burnt, they made
their students learn their lessons by rote memorization.
Tong Jing,chang belonged to such a family practicing an alternative style of acupuncture

and moxibustion. On the cover of his book published in Taiwan, he is called Shandong
TongJing,chang. He could authenticate and trace his family acupuncture lineage back at
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least 300 years. After World War 11 and the subsequent Communist revolution, Dr. Tong
moved to Taiwan. He arrived there empty,handed without books or other possessions. All
he had was his acupuncture knowledge and skills passed down to him through his fami,
ly's apprenticeship system. He began treating 150 patients per day and, in a short time,
had amassed over 30,000 individual treatments. Many patients received great relief from
their disease through Dr. Tong's treatmenls and many of these in a short time, with but a
few needles. Thus Dr. Tong's reputation spread in Taiwan and amongst the overseas
Chinese community.
In the traditional Chinese familial apprenticeship system, teachers usually only accepted
their male heirs and daughters-in, law as disciples. This is because their female children
and relatives would be married off into another family and their knowledge and skills
would then become the possessions of that other family. However, teachers of medicine
would not accept any male heir as their disciple. It was believed that medical practition,
ers had to have a special personality or character. They needeci to he persevering in their
studies, compassionate in their regard for their patients, and not corrupted by ambition
for fame and gain. It so happened that Tong Jing,chang felt that his only son was not an
appropriate vessel into which to pour his lineage's accumulated medical knowledge. Thus
Tong Jing,chang took other students and disciples, and these students then asked Dr.
Tong to commit his lore to paper and publish it so as to protect it from being lusl ur dying
out. Dr. Tong acceded to these wishes and wrote the book upon which this edition is pri,
marily based. Miriam Lee had the fortunate opportunity to study with and observe Dr.
Tong in his practice. She found Dr. Tong very generous in sharing his knowledge and that
knowledge invaluable in her practice.
In designing this book, we were presented with a number of difficulties. One was how to
identify the points for Western readers. We have chosen to use a system paralleling that
found in Chinese Acupuncture & Moxibustion and Acupuncture: A Comprehensive Text.
First the Chinese name is given followed by a numerical identification in parentheses.
This system bogged down the section describing points on the dorsal trunk where there
are large groups of points listed under a single heading. In this case, the group of points is
named and numbered. Then each individual point with a separate name is listed by name
followed by an Arabic or a Roman numeral identification. This follows the arrangement
in Dr. Tong's original book. Under each major point or group of points, we have added a
translation of the point's name in English as suggested by Palden Carson and/or Dr. Lee.
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In terms of technical Chinese medical vocabulary, we have attempted to use the termi~
nology used in Wiseman and Boss' Glossary of Chinese Medical Terms and Acupuncture
Points. However, we have had to make a number of concessions due to Or. Tong's vocab~
ulary which is somewhat different from the standard contemporary Chinese medical
vocabulary used in Chinese medical books from the People's Republic of China. Further,
in order to clearly differentiate what are Or. Tong's original teachings and what are Or.
Lee's additions and comments, we have placed all of Dr. Lee's personal additions in paren~
thesis.
Miriam Lee gives a case history in this book of an old man she met in a clinic in China.
He had suffered from knee pain for two years whenever he stood up. He had been receiv~
ing standard TCM acupuncture for this problem for those same two years without much
relief. In other words, he had been needled innumerable times at Xi Yan (St 35), Zu San
Li (St 36), Yang Ling Quan (GB 34 ), etc., etc. Dr. Lee, using Or. Tong's system, bled ]in
Ling (DT.04 xxvi) or what is known in the 14 channel system as Gao Huang Shu (Bl43).
After the treatment, the old man got up and said that this was the first time in two years
he had been able to stand without pain in his knees. The director of the clinic said sourly
that they did not do such treatment in their clinic and dismissed the whole affair at that.
Likewise, some TCM acupuncturists may find Dr. Tong's system upsetting or perplexing.
Some may balk at the idea of learning yet another, separate system. Some may question
which system is "right" or "true" or wrestle with some other such metaphysical/episterna~
logical debate. However, it is clear from Miriam Lee's usage of this system that it in no
way invalidates the TCM system. As the reader will see in her case histories and in the
treatment formulary section, Dr. Lee uses both systems as and when appropriate. In cer-
tain instances, she combines the two in her own personal amalgamation. And, in dis~
cussing those points which are common both to 14 channel and Or. Tong's acupuncture,
she uses the names from these two systems interchangeably.
We hope that the publication of Dr. Tong's book of points alerts contemporary acupunc-
turists to the fact that there is more than one way to do acupuncture. Miriam Lee's prac-
tice of this system attests to the fact that she has made such an alternative system work
for her and with great success. Some practitioners reading this book may find this system
more effective and practical than the one they are currently practicing. Even if this book
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is simply read and put back on the shelf without one's ever using the points described
herein, the reader will never again be able to say that acupuncture is only this or that.
The material in this book, derived from a lineage which purports to be more than 3,000
years old, is startling testimony to the fact that the practice of acupuncture is not limit~
ed to a single body of theory or practice. As the Chinese say, may a hundred flowers
bloom and a hundred schools contend.
Bob Flaws
Boulder, CO
March 5, 2002
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Table of Contents
Preface to Master Tong's Acupuncture: 2nd Edition iii
Editor's Preface v
Point Selection & Needle Technique 1
Book One
Point Locations, Indications,

& Manipulations
Points on the Upper Extremities 7

Points on the Fingers 7
Points on the Hand 30
Points on the Forearm 3 7
Points on the Upper Arm 4 7
Points on the Lower Extremities 59

Points on the Bottom of the Foot 59
Points on the Dorsum & Side of the Foot 64
Points on the Lower Leg 76
Points on the Thigh 101
Points on the Head 123

Points on the Ear 123
Points on the Head 12 7
Points on the Neck & Trunk 145

Points on the Dorsal Trunk 145
Points on the Ventral Trunk 159
Book Two
Treatment Formulary
Head, Face, & Neck 167

Eye Diseases 170
Diseases of the Nose 173
Diseases of the Ears 175
Diseases of the Mouth, Tongue, & Teeth 176
Facial Diseases 178
Throat Diseases 179
Neck Diseases 180
Diseases of the Upper Extremities 181
Diseases of the Lower Extremities 185
Diseases of the Chest & Abdomen 189
Diseases of the Lower & Upper Back 191
Heart Diseases 194
Diseases of the Liver & Gallbladder 196
Lung Diseases 197
Diseases of the Spleen & Stomach 198
Diseases of the Kidneys & Bladder 199
Intestinal Diseases 200
Diseases of the Genitalia 202
Gynecological Diseases 204
Paralytic Diseases Due to Stroke 206
Miscellaneous Diseases 207
Symptom Index 213

Point Name Index 221
Point Selection & Needle
Technique
In preparing this book's Blue Poppy Press English language edition, it became clear that
the information it contained was not sufficient on its own for practitioners to make
immediate use of it in clinical practice. Being a compendium of points, the details of their
use and selection was traditionally left to oral instruction. Therefore, Miriam Lee gra~
ciously took the time to provide the following information on a series of audiotapes. In
addition, Dr. Lee has added an entire section on effective point combin::itions for the
treatment of commonly encountered conditions.
According to Dr. Lee, the benefit of Dr. Tong's style is that it requires very few needles.
But, although it uses few needles, it achieves great results. The main principle in select~
ing Dr. Tong's points in clinical practice is to chose points far away and often opposite to
the site of pathology. For instance, if pathology is on the right side of the body, one usu~
ally needles points on the left side. If pathology is located above, one needles points
below, and t~ce versa. If there is liver pathology, since the liver is located on the right side,
pointS are needled only on the left. But, because the spleen is on the left, it is treated by
points on the right.
Also, if problems have to do with qi stagnation, points are needled on the left. While for
problems having to do with blood stasis. points are needled on the right. Dr. Lee has also
said that some of Dr. Tong's students needle women mostly on the right and men mostly
on the left, but that is not a hard and fast rule.
Dr. Tong seemingly did not use much in the way of shou fa or hand technique during
needling. Dr. Lee says, for points located on fleshy areas of the body, he would first insert
the needle perpendicularly. Then he would withdraw it and insert it obliquely 15 degrees
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pointed up the course of the channel, withdraw it and insert 15 degrees down the course
of the channel, and finally withdraw it and insert it back again perpendicularly. He would
then repeat this very simple procedure after 10~ 15 minutes. Dr. Tong felt that if the
choice of points was correct and the poinL wa:; carefully located, it would achieve a good
result even without much hand technique or shou fa.
Dr. Lee has found that even better results can he obtained, however, if one does discrim~
inate between repletion and vacuity and uses bu fa or supplementation and xie fa,
drainage, accordingly. The hand technique Dr. Lee suggests at first seems complicated but
actually is quite simple. To understand this technique, Dr. Lee says to stand facing the
patient. Insert needles into both Zu San Li (St 36). Grasp the patient's left Zu San U nee~
dle with the right hand and the right Zu San Li needle with the left hand. To supplement,
twirl the needle by pushing the thumbs forward 2/3 of a turn. Then pull back on the
thumbs 1/3 of a turn. Repeat this nine times and this is bu fa or supplementation. To
drain, draw back on the thumbs 2/3 of a turn and push forward only 1/3. Repeat this six
times for xie fa or drainage. Nine is a yang number; six is a yin number. One can also use
less odd numbered twists to supplement and less even numbered twists to drain depend~
ing upon the requirements of the case at hand. The above method holds true for both foot
yang channels and hand yin channels. For hand yang and foot yin channels, one simply
reverses the direction of twirl. The numbers of twirls remain the same. This method of
supplementation and drainage is based on the direction of channel flow.
Although Dr. Lee believes that clinical effect is better with such bu fa and xie fa hand
technique, she also says that if the patient is sensitive to the needles, one does not need
to use any hand technique and one can still achieve an effect. In general, Dr. Lee suggests
draining the non~affected side. In some cases, one may chose to supplement first and then
drain or drain first and then supplement.
As the reader will see, Or. Tong's points are located on the upper and lower extremities,
the head and neck, and both the ventral and dorsal trunks. However, only the points on
the extremities are needled. Otherwise, the points on the dorsal and ventral trunk are
only bled. Unlike modem TCM acupuncture, one does not chose so~called distal and local
points in combination. Rather, Dr. Tong's system is based on the idea of creating a wave
which then ripples through the body to the affected area. Or. T.ee s::~ys th:=~t, if for instance
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one needles points on both ears, the waves created by each point negate each other or
cause accumulation and disturbance when they meet each other in the center. Although
there is no real mention of channels in Dr. Tong's book, it is assumed that the points on
the body are connected and that qi is set in motion by needling and will travel to the
affected area. Thus this system is based on a very thoroughgoing application of yin-yang
theory.
Both Dr. Tong and Dr. Lee seem to like to use a lot of bleeding therapy and such bleed-
ing can be very effective. Dr. Lee especially recommends bleeding for the treatment of
heart diseases, hypertension, and all hot conditions. Modem practitioners may shy away
from such a use of bleeding due to fear of contamination with HIV, hepatitis, and other
blood-home pathogens. However, if proper precautions and mindfulness are used, one
can use bleeding therapy safely.
Many of the theories Dr. Tong and Dr. Lee use seem at first strange from a modem TCM
point of view. However, in preparing this book, we have found many of these non-TCM
ideas do make good sense and do achieve good clinical results. Dr. Lee also suggests that,
if the case is so difficult that one cannot make a simple diagnosis and use Dr. Tong's
points, they should use her Ten Great Points formula. This formula is discussed in detail
in lnsights of a Senior Acupuncturist: One Combination of Points Treats Many Diseases, Blue
Poppy Press, Boulder, CO, 1992.
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Book One
Point Locations, Indications,

& Manipulations
Points on the Upper Extremities
Points on the Fingers
Da Jian (11.01) :k_ fl:r,

[Translation: Da, great; ]ian, space]
Indications: Heart organ disease, knee pain, small intestine qi (oblique hernia), mount,
ing qi (funicular hernia, inguinal hernia, internal hernia, direct hernia), inner canthi eye
pain
[Knee pain is divided into kidney knee pain and heart knee pain. Although the knees are
traditionally associated with the kidneys, the heart and kidneys work as a pair, similar to
fire and water, yin and yang. Knee pain without swelling, heat, or redness is called kid,
ney knee pain. Knee pain which is swollen, hot, and red or even simply swollen is called
heart knee pain. It is due to heart vacuity. Heart heat is ·insufficient to steam out exces,
sive water from the tissue, which then collects below. In this case, although there is also
kidney vacuity, heart vacuity is more prominent. Because of the close reciprocal rela,
tionship between these two organs, when one is vacuous, so is the other to some degree.
Therefore, if one has heart disease, one can automatically assume that there is also kid,
ney disease.]
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position and the palm of the hand fac,
ing upwards, measure 3 fen to the radial side from the median line in the center of the
proximal phalanx of the index finger. Reaction area of the heart and six bowels. (See
Figure l.)
Method of manipulation: Use a 5 fen nee-

dle. Needling 1 fen def"p accesses the heart
organ reaction area. [When only needling 1
fen deep, the needle will not be firmly
implanted in the flesh but will tend to be
wobbly.] Needling 2-2.5 fen deep accesses
the small intestine reaction area and is
indicated for the treatment of hernia.
[Needling on the hands can be painful. In

11 order to reduce the pain, grasp the fleshy
part of the finger with the thumb and fore-
finger of the left hand holding the muscle
away from the bone. Press tightly and insert
the needle with the right hand. When
inserting the needle, twist the handle of the
needle between the thumb and forefinger
in order to aid quick and relatively painless
insertion.]
Caution: Needle insertion bilaterally is for-

bidden. [Use left hand only. Left side
relates to qi, right side to blood. Dr. Tong
Figure 1.
typically emphasized treating the qi, since
it is the commander of the blood. Some of
Dr. Tong's students needle primarily the left
side points in men ami the righL side points in women. This is based on men's diseases
being more related to the qi and women's diseases being more related to the blood. In
addition, one can also needle the left side in men and the right side in women before
noon, and the right side in men and the left side in women after noon.
The next four points are hernia points for heart and liver imbalances and knee troubles.]
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POINTS ON THE UPPER EXTREMITIES
[Translation: Xiao, small; ]ian, space]
Indications: Bronchitis, spitting up yellow phlegm, chest stuffiness and oppression, heart
palpitations, knee pain, small intestine qi (oblique hernia), mounting qi (other types of
hernia), inner canthi eye pain, [knee pain with swelling and edema due to heart and
spleen imbalance]
[If the chest feels heavy, this indicates there is suppumtion in the chest, and this is a lung
problem. Palpitations and knee pain, on the other hand, indicate heart disease.]
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position and the palm of the hand facing
upwards, measure 2 fen distal to Da ]ian ( 11.01 ). Reaction area of the heart organ_ and six
bowels. (See Figure 1.)
Method of manipulation: Use a 5 fen needle. Needling down 1 fen treats the heart organ.
Needling 2.5 fen accesses the lung phase reaction area.
Caution: Needle insertion to both hands simultaneously is forbidden.
[Case history: A 77 year,old man had been coughing up copious volumes of yellow
phlegm since he was seven years old. When he came for his initial visit, he had with him
a large peanut butter jar. With just one or two coughs, he would spit up enough yellow
phlegm to almost fill the jar. The man was very thin and had a large hunched back. This
indicated that his lungs had become withered due to chronic diseao;e.
Originally I used a twelve channel treatment on this man in order to supplement the
lungs. In this case, I could not supplement the lungs by using the lung channel. Yellow
phlegm indicates that the lungs are hot, but phlegm production indicates the spleen is
weak. In this case, the spleen was not nourishing the lungs. Therefore, in order to sup,
plement the lungs, one must strengthen the spleen. Thus, I supplemented Zu San Li (St
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36) and San Yin]iao (Sp 6) to cultivate earth, so as to generate metal. I also drained Qu
Chi (LI 11 ), He Gtt (LI 4 ), and Ue Que (Lu 7) in order to make space in the lungs for the
clear qi to arise. I did this several times. Then I switched to just needling Xiao ]ian and
the phlegm cleared right up. When the man coughed, he only filled half a small baby food
jar.]
Fu Jian (11.03) ~ ra,

[Translation: Fu, floating; ]ian, space]
Indications: Mounting qi (various types of hernia except for oblique hernia), urethritis,
small intestine qi (oblique hernia), toothache, stomachache
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position and the palm of their hand fac·
ing upward, measure 2 fen radially from the median line of the middle phalanx of the
index finger and 3 fen proximal to the distal phalangeal joint. Reaction area of the heart
organ and the six bowels. (See Figure 1.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 1·2 fen deep.
Caution: Needle insertion to both hands simultaneously is forbidden.
Wai Jian ( 11.04) t~ ra,

[Translation: Wai, external; ]ian, space]
Indications: Mounting qi, urethritis, small intestine qi, toothache, stomachache
[The indications of Fu ]ian (11.03) and Wai ]ian (11.04) are essentially the same.
However, in clinical practice, Wai ]ian is used more often and is the more effective point.I
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure 2 fen to the radial side
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PoiNTS ON THE CPPER EXTREMITIES
from the median line of the middle phalanx of the index finger and 3 fen proximal to Fu
]ian (I 1.03 ). Reaction area of the heart organ and the six bowels. (See Figure 1.)
Method of manipulation: Using a 5 fen needle, insert 1~2 fen.
Caution: Simultaneous insertion to both hands is forbidden.
[Case history: A father carried in his 12 year~old son who was in great pain from a her~
nia. The son was crying, and his knees were drawn up. The hernia was on the left side. I
needled the Four Spaces (Wai]ian, Da]ian, Xiao ]ian, and Zhong]ian). This is an extreme~
ly effective formula for hernia. As soon as I turned my attention to the next patient, the
boy smiled because the pain immediately went away. He straightened his legs, stopped
crying, and began talking normally to his father.]
lhong Jian (11.05) tF ra,

[Translation: Zhong, middle; ]ian, space]
Indications: Heart palpitations, chest stuffiness and oppression, knee pain, dizziness, ver~
tigo, mounting qi
Locating the point: With the parienr in supine position find the middle of the median
line on the palmar surface of the proximal phalanx of the index finger. Reaction area of
the lung phase, the heart organ, and the six bowels. (See Figure 1.)
Method of manipulation: Using a 5 fen needle, insert 1~2 fen in depth.
Note: For the treatment of mounting qi, the formula to use is Wai ]ian (11.04 ), Da }ian
(11.01), Xiao]ian (I 1.02), and Zhong}ian (11.05). These four points needled together are
especially effective for treating mounting qi.
[lf needling these points do not give immediate relief from hernia pain, use a three~edged
needle and prick any greenish blood vessels in the area of the medial malleolus. Let blood
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out from these and the hernia pain will stop. This is a good emergency treatment.]
Caution: Needling both hands simultaneously is forbidden.
[Case history: One day I was in Tianjing in the People's Republic of China. I was visit,
ing a famous hospital there and talked to a young doctor in the emergency room where
cardiac patients were brought. Nowadays in China, heart attack patients are treated with
a combination of modem Western medicines and traditional Chinese medicines admin,
istered intravenously. In China today, mostly what they know about acupuncture is the
twelve or fourteen regular channel system. I thought to show the doctors in this hospital
something about Dr. Tong's extraordinary points. I showed this young doctor in the emer,
gency room Zhong ]ian and told him its indications and that it is especially good for heart
conditions.
Some time later, a man was brought into the emergency room suffering from a heart
attack. His face was cyanotic and he could not breathe freely. Zhong ]ian is also indicated
for trouble breathing. Therefore, this young doctor picked up a short needle and imme,
diatcly inserted it in the an:a of Zhong ]ian. All at once, the man took a deep breath and
said thank you to the young doctor since now he could breathe. This young doctor
became famous in this hospital for using this point. When others would ask him about it,
he would only smile and not tell them where he had learned it.]
Huan Choo (11.06) l{ :(

[Translation: Huan, return to; Chao, nest]
Indications: Uterine pain, uterine cancer, uterine inflammation, menstrual irregularity,

red and white abnormal vaginal discharge, non,free flow of the fallopian tubes, retrover,
sion of the uterus [indicated by back pain], frequent urination, swelling of the yin gate,
i.e., vaginal orifice, calms the fetus, [frequent miscarriage; for this, superior to San Yin]iao
(Sp 6)]
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure 5 fen to the ulnar side
of the median line of the palmar surface in the center of the middl~ phalanx of the .ring
finger. Reaction area of the liver and kidneys. (See Figure 1.)
Method of manipulation: Using a 5 fen needle, insert 1~3 fen in depth.
Caution: Needling on both hands simultaneously is forbidden.
[Improper position of the uterus usually means it is retroverted. This is often due to
women's holding their urine too long, or after birth not getting enough bed rest. When
using the above point, the patient should also be asked to do an exercise twice daily at
home. In the morning before arising, at night before retiring for bed, and with an empty
bladder, the woman should kneel down laying her chest upon her thighs and stretching
her arms out over her head for a few minutes. This increases the angle of the hips to more
than 90 degrees and, therefore, gravity can help pull the uterus forward.
For uterine pain due to abortion, use only this point. In my experience, bilateral needling
of San Yin]iao (Sp 6) only relieves such pain for 10 minutes or so. With one needle, this
point relieves such pain for 4~5 hours. For uterine pain with pus Jut: to infection, use this
point with Zhong]i (CV 3) and Zi Gong (M~CA~18). Four or five treatments will relieve
the pain.
For infertility due to blockage of the fallopian tubes, use this point in combination with
Fu Ke ( 11.24 ). Treat 2 times per week. The first time, needle right Huan Chao and left Fu
Ke. The second time, needle left Huan Chao and right Fu Ke. Continue alternating in this
way week by week. This treatment can open the fallopian tubes.]
Zhi Si Ma (11.07) 4~ ~ .~
[Translation: Zhi, finger; Si, four; Ma, horse]
Indications: Lateral costal inflammation, lateral costal pain, skin diseases, dark
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spots on the face [due to emotional upset],

inflammation of the nose, inflammation of
the ear, tinnitus, [acne]
Locating the point: On a line 2 fen to the

ulnar side of the median line on the dorsal
surface of the middle phalanx of the index
finger. The middle point is at the midpoint
of the line. The remaining two points are 2
fen above and below this middle one. This
is a three point unit. Reaction area of the
lung phase. (See Figure 2.)
Method of manipulation: Needle one-half

fen in depth.
[This point treats flank pain due to any cause.]
Zhi Wu }in (11.08) 4~ A ~

Zhi Qian ]in 4~ T~
Figure 2. [Translation: Zhi, finger; Wu, five; Qian,
thousand; ]in, gold. This name implies
something very, very precious.]
Indications: Inflammation of the intestines, [lower] abdominal pain, fish bone stuck in
the throat
Locating the point: On a line 5 fen to the ulnar side of the median line on the dorsal sur-
face of the proximal phalanx of the index finger. Divide this line into three equal seg-
ments. These two points are located on the dividing lines. This is a two point unit.
Reaction area of the lung phase. (See Figure 2.)
Method of manipulation: Needle one-half fen in depth.

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[The more distal point is the Zhi Wu ]in point. The more proximal point is the Zhi Qian
]in point. This is a very effective first aid point for something stuck in the throat.]
Xin Xi (11.09) ~~ $
[Translation: Xin, heart; xi, knee]
Indications: Knee pain [caused by heart fatigue due to overwork], shoulder pain [due to
overwork]
Locating the point: With palms facing down, measure 4 fen to either side from the cen·
ter of the median line on the dorsal surface of the middle phalanx of the middle finger.
This is a two point unit. Reaction area of the heart organ. (See Figure 2.)
Method of manipulation: Needle one-half fen in depth.
[This point treats knee pain due to heart fatigue as discussed above. This is not knee pain
due to injury. It occurs after overuse or overwork. When one gets tired, it means their
heart is tired.
However, I do not use this point much. If the pain is due to fatigue and overwork, I pre·
fer to supplement the qi. To do that, I supplement Zu San U (St 36) and San Yin]iao (Sp
6) in order to raise the dear qi to the upper body, head, and lungs. At the same time, I
drain Qu Chi (LI 11 ), He Gu (LI 4 ), and Ue Que (Lu 7). If the lungs are not filled with
dear qi, they must be filled with evil qi. This evil qi must be drained before the lungs can
be supplemented. With this treatment, the patient should fall asleep and then wake up a
new person. Because Zu San U (St 36) is close to the knee, any knee pain due to fatigue
will automatically be cured.]
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Mu Huo (11.10) ""- :}(
[Translation: Mu, wood; Huo, fire]
Indications: Hemiplegia, [paralysis of the arms]
Locating the point: With palms facing down, find the center point of the distal pha-
langeal joint of the micfcile finger. Reaction area of the heart organ and liver phase. (See
Figure 2.)
Method of manipulation: Needle transversely under the skin one half fen.
Caution: The first time, treat for 5 minutes only. The second time, after 5 days, treat for
3 minutes only. The third time, after another 5 days, treat for I minute only.
[A special point for stroke and hemiplegia. The number of minutes per treatment and rhe
number of treatments cannot be more or less. I once treated three wheelchair patients
with this point. The treatment efficacy at first was startling but its effect did not last.
There seems to be some special technique to using these points which I do not know.]
Fei Xin (11.11) JJ;fi ~~

[Translation: Fei, lungs; Xin, heart]
Indications: Upper back and neck aching and pain, spinal pain, lower leg pain, [varicose
veins]
[Because the heart pumps blood out to the limbs and the lungs draw blood back to the
trunk, weakness of the heart and lungs may result in blood collecting in the limbs. In this
case, every bone in the spine will feel painful to palpation. In addition, the legs are bloat-
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ed and distended with varicose veins. If women take too many hormones (i.e., ERT), this
will cause this kind of congestion.]
Locating the point: The first point is 3 fen proximal to the midpoint of the distal dorsal
phalangeal joint of the middle finger. The second point is 3 fen distal to the midpoint of
the proximal dorsal phalangeal joint of the same finger. This is a two point unit. Reaction
area of the heart organ and lung phase. (See Figure 3.}
Method of manipulation: Needle trans~

versely under the skin one half fen.
[Case history: A 30 year~old man under~

went a sex change. He had to take large
doses of female hormones every day. If he
stopped these for a week, his rough, male
voice returned and his beard began to grow.
Because he already had received breast
implants, he could not stop taking these
female hormones. But he also suffered great~
ly from this kind uf spinal pain. I use::u this
point to treat this case with great success.
Because he continues to take these hor~
mones, he must also continue this treat~
ment. The important thing, howPvPr, is
that at least this point is able to control his
pain and discomfort.]
Er ]iao Ming (11.12) ;:_ ~ a}] Figure 3.
[Translation: Er, two; ]iao, corner; Ming, bright]
Indications: Low back pain, kidney pain, flank pain, nose bone pain, [supraorbital pain]
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Locating the point: With palms facing down, the first point is 3 fen proximal to the mid~
point of the proximal dorsal joint of the middle finger. The second point is 1 cun distal
to the midpoint of the metacarpal~phalangeal joint of the same finger. This is a two point
unit. Reaction area of the kidneys. (See Figure 3.)
Method of manipulation: Needle transversely under the skin one half fen.
[This point is especially for twisted or wrenched lower back. One cannot breathe, one
cannot stand straight, one cannot move. This point may also be used for kidney pain due
to vacuity. In addition, it is effective for the treatment of nose hone pain. Although I
have only seen three or four cases in twenty years of practice, this point does effectively
treat this problem. It typically takes, however, more than 10 treatments.
In my experience, eyebrow and nose bone pain is encountered in women who quarrel and
argue with their husbands a lot. There are intense episodes of shouting, cursing, and cry~
ing. Then one week or 10 days later, this pain may begin. Usually such women only seek
treatment for this after the pain has become very severe. Nonetheless, this point can
effectively relieve this pain.]
Dan (11.13) Jlt

[Translation: Dan, gallbladder]
Indications: Heart palpitations, children's night~crying, [fear, nightmares], fainting due

to heart attack, knee pain
These palpitations are due to fright or being startled.]
Locating the point: With palms facing down, find the midpoint of the proximal phalanx
of the middle finger. Then measure 3 fen left and right horizontally from the median line
on the back of the finger. This is a two point unit. Reaction area of the gallbladder. (See
Figure 3.)
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Method of manipulation: Use a three-edged needle to prick and exit blood.
[For baby's night-crying, needle both points 1 time per week. For persistent cases, 3-4
treatments ought to be sufficient.]
[Case history: Once I was on a transatlantic flight. A baby was crying for a couple of
hours. Perhaps the baby was frightened by the noise. No one on the plane could sleep and
it was a 10 hour flight. The mother was unable to do anything. I introduced myself and
asked the mother if she would allow me to try to treat the baby. The mother agreed. We
went to the bathroom and I needled these points. A half hour later, the baby was still cry-
ing. One hour later and the baby was asleep and did not cry for the rest of the flight.]
Zhi San Zhong ( 11.14) ~~ _=. -_t

[Translation: Zhi, finger; San, three; Zhong, weight, measure, layer]
Indications: Wind, facial paralysis [Bell's palsy], breast engorgement, atrophy and atony
of the muscles and flesh
[This breast enlargement or distention is not due to infection.]
Locating the point: With palms facing down, establish a line 2 fen to the ulnar side of
the median line on the dorsal surface of the middle phalanx of the ring finger. The mid-
point on this line is the first point. The remaining two points arc 3 fen below and above
this middle one. This is a three point unit. Reaction area of the liver and kidneys. (See
Figure 4.)
Method of manipulation: Needle one half fen in depth.
[Case history: I once had a case of a man whose muscles in his entire body had atrophied.
When he was a young man, he had made a foolish bet. He and a friend made a bet to see
who could stay in the Pacific Ocean for the longest time. Before jumping in, this man
drank a bottle of wheat germ oil. Wheat germ is a very nourishing substance and the oil
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of wheat germ is even more so. This wheat germ oil made his body warm and he was able
to remain in the cold water the longest and won the bet.
However, 20 years later, this man was reduced to a skeleton. He could not even feed him~
self or sit up for any length of time. Previously he had been very tall and athletic in build.
Now he was just skin and bones. I used this point but was skeptical about its ability to
treat such an advanced case. Therefore, I also moxaed Shou San Li (LI 10), a point for
longevity. This allowed him to at least regain the use of his arm so that he could feed him-
self. This man's condition was due to the cold injuring the spleen.]
Zhi Shen (11.15) 4Wi lf.t

[Translation: Zhi, finger; Shen, kidneys]
Indications: Dry mouth, kidney vacuity, heart organ decline and weakness, upper back
pain
[All these signs and symptoms are due to kidney yin vacuity. The heart and kidneys
should be balanced evenly. If one becomes vacuous, so does the other. Upper back pain
is usually due to kidney vacuity.]
Locating the point: With palms facing down, establish a line 2 fen to the ulnar side of
the median line on the dorsal surface of the proximal phalanx of the ring finger. The low~
est point is 1 cun distal to the metacarpal-phalangeal joint of the ring finger on this line.
The upper points are 3 fen and 6 fen above in a line. This is a three point unit. Reaction
area of the liver and kidneys. (See Figure 4.)
Note: Needle these three points together to treat upper back pain.
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POINTS ON TiiE UPPER EXTREMITIES
[I often use the Two Emperors (Tzan Huang

(77.17), a.k.a. Yin Ung Quan (Sp 9), and
Ren Huang (77.21), a.k.a. San Yin ]iao (Sp
6)) instead since these points on the hand
are painful to needle. For men, I use Fu Uu
(Ki 7) instead of San Yin }iao.]
Huo Xi (11.16) k. JJl.

[Translation: Huo, fire; Xi, knee]
Indications: Knee pain, arthritis, rheumatic

heart disease, rheumatism, [mental distur~
bance due to phlegm obstructing the portals
of the heart]
[If phlegm obstructs the orifices of the

heart, the person will seem rational one
mumt:nl amlnuJ thdr ht=ad in understand~
ing. Then the next, they will forget every~
thing they were just told.]
Lx:ating the point: With p:Jlms facing Figure 4.

down, measure 2 fen towards the ulnar side
of the root of the nail of the little finger.
Reaction area of the heart. (See Figure 4.)
Method of manipulation: Needle one half fen in depth. [One may also bleed this point.]
[This is the same location as Shao Ze (SI 1) on the hand tai yang small intestine channel
in the fourteen channel(s).]
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Mu Xue (11.17) ;f.~
[Translation: Mu, wood; Xue, cave or point]
Indications: Liver fire effulgence, spleen qi agitation, [cystitis, dry or tearing eyes, hand
sweating, common cold, palms of hands cracked and rough, skin diseases of the hands,
clear mucous dripping from the nose)
Locating the point: With palms up, establish a line 4 fen to the ulnar side from the medi-
an line of the proximal phalanx of the index finger. Find the midpoint of this line. Then
measure 3 fen above and below this to find the points. This is a two point unit. Reaction
area of the liver. (See Figure 5.)
[This is a special, often-used point for liver fire repletion in a person who gets easily
angered or has a short temper. When a patient is under 20 years of age, usually we sup-
plement the kidneys in order to promote the body's growth and maturation. From 20-40
years of age, usually people suffer from many problems and stress due to work, family, etc.
Even if they do not show stress on the outside, most people in the middle of their life
experience it on the inside. During this time, it is usually necessary to drain the liver.
During old age, one cannot work, eat, or do anything but worry. This worry injures the
spleen, so we strengthen the spleen in the elderly.
Case history: Once I was invited to a dinner party by a middle-aged female friend. When
it came time to sit down to dinner, my friend's husband seated every woman at the table
but sat down himself without seating his wife. I pulled his wife down and she did not show
any anger at that time, but rather simmered quietly. The next day she called me from the
hospital. She had developed a bad case of cystitis.
In this case, her anger had caused fire to flare in her liver. This fire flamed upwards to her
heart. Her heart then passed it to the small intestine and thence to the bladder via the
flow of qi over the twelve channels according to the Chinese biological clock. In fact,
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many cases of cystitis in females are due to liver fire thus transferred to the bladder. For
this condition this point is quite effective. I have a student who treats every case of female
cystitis with nothing but this point.
This point may be used for either vacuity or repletion since it harmonizes the liver. If the
pulse is too low, there is undoubtedly depression. If the pulse is too high, there will be
liver fire and a short temper. If one needles this point and the patient can immediately
breathe more freely and deeply, this means that the liver qi has been moved, thus allow~
ing more space for the breath.]
Pi Zhong ( 11.18) »* J}f

[Translation: Pi, spleen; Zhong, swelling]
Indications: Enlargement of the spleen, inflammation of the spleen, hardening of the

spleen
Locating the point: With palms facing up, measure 2 fen proximal and distal from the
midpoint of the median line of the middle phalanx of the middle finger. This is a two
point unit. Reaction area of the spleen. (See Figure 5.)
[Case history: A man on a strict vegetarian diet came to me because he was so thin and
weak. I could palpate his spleen three inches below his ribs. He ate only raw vegetables
and drank cold water. According to Chinese medicine, raw foods and cold drinks injure
the spleen. I treated him with this point and three days later his spleen had shrunk back
under his ribs.]
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Xin Chang (11.19) '\,; 't

[Translation: Xin, heart; Chang, normal]
Indications: Heart palpitations, heart

organ disease, rheumatic heart disease,
rheumatism, [phlegm obstructing the por-
tals of the heart]
Locating the point: With the patient in

supine position, establish a line 2 fen to the
ulnar side from the median line on the pal-
mar surface of the proximal phalanx of the
middle finger. Each point is located 2 fen
above and below the midpoint of this line.
This is a two point unit. Reaction area of
the heart organ. (See Figure 5.)
Method of manipulation: Needle one half

fen in depth.
Figure 5.
[Once in Singapore, I was asked to see an
old woman who was quite sick. Several
years before, this woman had retired and
given her business to her daughter-in-law.
Her daughter-in-law then turned on this
woman and would not give her any money, only fed her once per day, and treated her
mother-in-law very badly. Of course the mother-in-law was filled with sorrow, hatred, and
regret. Finally, her friends took her to their house and tried to care for her.
When I came to try to treat this woman, I prescribed herbs which I then boiled myself. I
tried to give these to this woman, but she just poured them out on the floor. This woman
did not know what she was doing. This was a case of phlegm obstructing the portals of
the heart due to years of harboring ill-will and other negative feelings.]
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Mu Yan (11.20) ~ ~
[Translation: Mu, wood; Yan, inflammation]
Indications: Hepatitis, hepatomegaly, cirrhosis of the liver, [liver pain]
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, establish a line 2 fen to the ulnar
side of the median line on the palmar surface of the middle phalanx of the ring finger.
The points are located 2 fen above and he low the midpoint of this subsequent line. This
is a two point unit. Reaction area of the liver. (See Figure 5.)
[For liver pain, I me this point quite frequently.
Case histories: The wife of a doctor had liver pain for seven years which the doctor had
not been able to treat. I just used this point and after three treatments, the pain was gone.
Another case was a man with chronic hepatitis caught via blood transfusion. His SOOT
was elevated up to 900. Twenty minutes after needling this point, the patient felt gurgling
in his liver and a great sense of relief from his pain. Unfortunately, six years later the
patient developed liver cancer with ascites. He had moved to Canada. I went there to
treat him but the case was too far advanced. Nevertheless, I bled this point and the man
was able to sleep that night like a baby, and he did get some temporary relief. Later he
died.]
San Yan ( 11.21) ..=.. Dl

[Translation: San, three; Yan, eyes]
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Indications: Supplementing point; has the same functions as Zu San Li (St 36), [perspi-
ration]
Locating the point: With the patient in supine

position, measure 3 fen to the radial side of the
median line on the palmar surface of the proxi-
mal phalanx of the ring finger. Then measure 7
fen distally from the metacarpal-phalangeal
joint. (See Figure 6.)
Method of manipulation: Needle one half fen in

depth.
[I do not use this point since it only achieves the

same result as supplementing Zu San Li (St 36).]
[Translation: Fu, recover; Yuan, source]
Indications: Hyperplastic osteoarthritis

Figure 6. position, establish a line 2 fen to the radial stde
of the median line on the palmar surface of the
proximal phalanx of the ring finger. Then mea-
sure 2.5 fen, 5 fen, and 7.5 fen from the
metacarpal-phalangeal joint along this line.
This is a three point unit. Reaction area of the
liver. (See Figure 6.)
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[Patients with this condition often have swelling of the head of the fibula near Zu San U.
If one puts the palm of their hand over this swelling, one can feel a steaming heat being
emitted. This is called steaming bones in Chinese medicine and is a species of consump-
tive disease.]
Yan Huang ( 11.23) Dll "l

[Translation: Yan, eye; Huang, yellow]
Indications: Yellowing of the sclera of the eyes [due to hepatitis]
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, find the center of the palmar
surface of the middle phalanx of the little finger. Reaction area of the gallbladder. (See
Figure 6.)
Uuandice is called the three yellows in Chinese: yellow eyes, yellow skin, and yellow
urine. This point only treats the yellow eyes. One should use other points to treat the
other symptoms that go along with hepatitis or jaundice and not this point alone.]
Fu Ke (11.24) *J #
[Translation: Fu, woman; Ke, department or specialty]
Indications: Inflammation of the uterus, pain of the uterus, uterine tumor, lower abdom-
inal distention, infertility after being married a number of years, menstrual irregularity,
menstrual pain, excessive or scanty menstruation
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, establish a line 3 fen to the ulnar
side from the dorsal midline of the proximal phalanx of the thumb. Then measure 3 fen
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and 6 fen distally from the metacarpal~phalangeal joint. This is a two point unit. Reaction
area of the uterus. (See Figure 7.)
Method of manipulation: Using a 5 fen needle, insert 2 fen. Needle both points simulta~
neously.
[This is a commonly used point for gynecological problems. Mostly it is used with Huan
Chao ( 11.06). For promoting conception, use as described above under Huan Chao.
For best results, combine with Zhong]i (CV 3) and Zi Gong (M~CA~l8). I have had many
cases of conception after 5~ 7 of such treatments.]
Zhi Xian (11.25) .}]:. ~
[Translation: Zhi, stop; Yan, spittle]
Indications: Continuous drooling in childn:n

position, establish a line 3 fen from the median
line on the dorsal surface of the proximal pha~
lanx of the thumb. The points are located 3 fen
and 6 fen Jistal to the metacarpal~phalangeal
joint. This is a two point unit. (See Figure 6
above.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 2 fen in

depth.
Zhi Wu ( 11.26) -$~ it

[Translation: Zhi, control; Wu, dirt] Figure 7.
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Indications: Abscesses of many years' duration, malignancies, non~healing of wounds

after neoplastic surgery
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, find the median line on the dor~
sal surface of the proximal phalanx of the thumb. Then measure 2.5 fen, 5 fen, and 7.5 fen
distal to the metacarpal~phalangeal joint. This is a three point unit. (See Figure 7.)
Method of manipulation: Bleed with a three~edged needle to exit black blood.
[Case history: An 11 year~old boy had surgery on his leg. After the operation the wound
would not close and was constantly weeping. The boy was in the hospital for one week and
his father was very worried. He went to see Dr. Tong and asked for his help. Dr. Tong had
to sneak into the hospital. He bled these points on the dorsal side of boy's thumb at about
11:00 AM in the morning. By 3:00PM that afternoon the weeping had stopped and the boy
was discharged, whereas before the nurses had to change the dressings every hour.]
Wu Hu (11.27) Ji_ ffl

[Translation: Wu, five; Hu, tigers]
Indications: Enlargement of the bones of the entire body, [head pain, foot pain, and hand
pain. Five Tiger #1 is for finger or palm pain, or tenosynovitis; Five Tiger #2 is assistant
point to #1 or #3; Five Tiger #3 is for toe pain; Five Tiger #4 is for dorsal foot pain; Five
Tiger #5 is for heel pain used along with Per 7 (Da Ung)].
Locating the point: Find the radial division between the palmar and dorsal surfaces of the
thumb. Measure 2 fen, 4 fen, 6 fen, 8 fen, and 1 cun distal from the metacarpal~phalangeal
joint. This is a five point unit. Reaction area of the spleen. (See Figure 6.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 2 fen in depth.
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Points on the Hand
Zhong Zi (22.01) ~ -=f

[Translation: Zhong, double; z.i, child]
Indications: Upper back pain, pneumonia,

common cold, cough, asthma (most effective
in small children)

supine position, find the thenar eminence
and measure 1 cun proximal from the skin
fold between the first and second
metacarpals. Reaction area of the lung phase.
(See Figure 8.)
Method of manipulation: Using a 1 cun nee-

dle, insert from 3-5 fen in depth.
Figure 8. Zhong Xian (22.02) ~ 1~
[Translation: Zhong, double; Xian, immortal]
lndication.s: Upper ba~ pain., pneumonia, fever, heart palpitations, knee pain
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, find the point between the first
and second metacarpals. [To locate, close the five fingers. Extend the median line from
the yin aspect of the index finger to intersect with a line drawn from the high bone of
the thumb. This is Zhong Zi (22.01 ). From Zhong Zi, draw a 1 cun line parallel to the edge
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of the hand. This is Zhong Xian (22.02). Reaction area of the lungs and heart. (See
Figure 8.)
Method of manipulation: Using a 1 cun needle, insen 3,5 fen in depth.
Note: Using Zhong Zi and Zhong Xian together is especially effective for the treatment of
upper back pain in the area of Bl43 (Gao Huang Shu) [and knee pain].
[Case history: I once treated a woman with late stage lung cancer. Although there was
really no hope of keeping her alive, the family wanted me to treat her to reduce the pain.
At 6:00AM I went to her house and used these points, Zhong Zi and Zhong Xian. At 5:00
PM after work I returned to see her and she had no pain at all. Two weeks later she died,
but her family was grateful that her pain was relieved.]
Shang Bai (22.03) _l a

[Translation: Shang, upper; Bai, white]
Indications: Redness of both canthi of the eyes, sciatica, chest pain
Locating the point: Measure 3 fen to the radial side and 5 fen proximally from the
metacarpal,phalangeal joint of the middle finger on the dorsal surface of the hand.
Reaction area of the lungs and heart. (See Figure 9.)
Method of manipulation: Using a 1 cun needle, insert ),5 fen in depth.
Da Bai (22.04) *._ a

firanslation: Da, great; Bai, white]
Iodications: Pediatric asthma, high fever in children (very effective), sciatica due to
- L-"Paacv of lung function, [acute pneumonia]
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Locating the point: Fold the patient's hand into a fist. Find the shallow area between the
first and second metacarpals. Reaction area of the lungs. (See Figure 9.)
Method of manipulation: Using a 1 cun needle, insert 4-6 fen in depth for the treatment
of sciatica. Use a three-edged needle to treat pediatric asthma with high fever and pneu-
monia suddenly attacking the lungs. (Very effective.)
Caution: Needling pregnant women is forbidden.
[This point is located at Sun ]iun (LI 3 ).]
Ung Gu (22.05) ~ it
[Translation: Ling, spirit; Gu, bone]
Indications: Sciatica due to inadequacy of lung function, low back pain, lower limb pain,
hemiplegia of the face, hemiplegia of the body, swelling of the bone and surrounding tis-
sue, menstrual irregularity in women, amenorrhea, difficult delivery, upper back pain,
deafness, tinnitus, one-sided headache, menstrual pain, intestinal pain, migraine, [exces-
sive or scanty menstruation, periumbilical pain]
Locating the point: Fold the patient's hand into a fist. Measure 1 cun 2 fen proximal to
Da Bai (22.04). This point is located at the joint of the first and second metacarpals on
the dorsal surface of the hand directly opposite Zhong Xian (22.02) or above He Gu (LI
4). Reaction area of the ischium and lungs. (See Figure 9.)
Method of manipulation: Using a 1.5-2 cun needle, insen through Ling Gu (22.05) and
Da Bai (22.04) simultaneously.
Caution: Needling pregnant women is forbidden.
[Note: Ling Gu is the main point and Da Bai is its assistant. Ling Gu has a powerful ability to
regulate the qi. These points can be used to treat ischial nerve pain, spinal pain, painful uri-
nation, frequent urination, elbow pain, pain along the inguinal crease, and dizziness. This
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point can be used to diagnose lung cancer or lung weakness which is causing painful sciatica.
If after 15 minutes needling these two points the sciatic pain is gone or greatly reduced, we
know the lungs are weak and are causing the sciatica. The pain will come back, however when
the needles are removed. The lungs must be strengthened for effective pain relief in this case.]
Zhong Bai (22.06) tp El

[Translation: Zhong, middle; Bai, white]
Indications: Kidney organ disease causing

low back pain, low back soreness, up_per baek
pain, dizziness, vision problems, sciatica due
to inadequacy of kidney function, outer 22.•---
ankle pain, swelling and edema of the four 22.M-
limbs, exhaustion, [soreness of the low back
and flanks especially upon standing up and 22.17 22.83
sitting down, astigmatism]
Locating the point: Fold the patient's hand

22••..,._- '\.
into a fist. Measure 1.5 cun to the ulnar side
of Shang Bai (22.03) and 5 fen proximal to ·;.·'
the metacarpal-phalangeal joint of the ring
finger. Reaction area of the kidneys. (See
Figure 9.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 3-5 fen in

depth.
Figure 9.
[lbis point is located at Zhong Zhu (TB 3 ).]
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Xia Bai (22.07) r f=l

[Translation: Xia, below; Bai, white]
Indications: Irritating soreness of the teeth, slight pain of the liver; treats the same main
indications as Zhong Bai (22.06).
Locating the point: Fold the patient's hand into a fist. Measure 1 cun proximal to Zhong
Bai (22.06). Reaction area of the kidneys and liver. (See Figure 9.)

depth.
[Note: Use Xia Bai with Zhong Bai for

increased efficacy.]
22.01
Wan Shun Yi (22.08) ~ JllJl -
[Translation: Wan, wrist; Shun, normal flow;

Yi, one)
Indications: Kidney vacuity headache, flow-

ery vision, sciatica, exhaustion and taxation,
kidney organ inflammation, enlargement of
..... :-· the bones of the four limbs, [serious] pain on
both sides of the waist, upper back pain
[along the tai yang channel, tinnitus (espe-
cially effective)]. {It is not proper to use both
hands simultaneously in females.)
Figure 10. Locating the point: With the patient in the

supine position, measure 2.5 cun distal to the
wrist joint and 4 fen to the palmar side of the
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fifth metacarpal on the lateral edge of the hand. Reaction area of the kidneys. (See
Figure 10.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 2-4 fen in depth. [This point is located at Hou Xi (SI
3 ).]
Wan Shu Er (22.09) ~ Jlljl ;:::_

[Translation: Wan, wrist; Shun, normal flow; Er, two]
Indications: Same as Wan Shu Yi (22.08) plus

nosebleed.

supine position, measure 1 cun proximal to
Wan Shun Yi (22.08) or 1.5 cun distal to the
wrist joint. Reaction area of the kidneys.
(See Figure 10.)

depth.
Caution: It is not permitted to needle Wan

Shun Yi and Wan Shun Er at the same time.
Shou lie (22.10) f JW.

[Translation: Shou, hand; ]ie, release]
Indications: Faintness and numbness due to

the pain of needle insertion and fear of nee- Figure 11.
dles
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Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure 6 fen proximal to the
heart line between the fourth and fifth metacarpals on the palmar surface of the hand.
Reaction area of the kidneys. Same point as Shao Fu (Ht 8) (See Figure 11.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 3,5 fen in depth. Do not bleed on the heart meridian.
[Note: The location of this point is the same as Shao Fu (Ht 8), the fire point of the heart
channel. Use this point for fainting or dizziness upon needling. It strengthens the heart.
The Nei ]ing says: "If one can read the disease in the face, use the fire point." Facial color
changes with dizziness, faintness, or needle shock.]
Tu Shui (22.11) .±. :1j<.

[Translation; Tu, earth; Shui, water]
Indications: Stomach pain, chronic stomach disease
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, the first point is located 1 cun
proximal from the first metacarpal,phalangeal joint on the palmar surface of the hand to
the radial side of the first metacarpal. The second and third points are then 1.5 and 2 cun
further proximal respectively. This is a three point unit. Reaction area of the spleen and
kidneys. (See Figure 11.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 2,3 fen in depth.
[According to the Nei ]ing, intestinal and stomach diseases can be diagnosed by examin,
ing this area of the palm. These points lie on the lung channel and treat lung channel
diseases. The internal pathway of the lung channel travels from the middle burner down
to the large intestine and circles the stomach. Therefore, Tu Shui (22.11) can treat prob,
lems of these organs. Tu Shw can also treat palmar, finger, and hand bone pain. Treat the
right side for pain on the left and vice versa.]
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Points on the Forearm
Qi Men (33.01) .1t- r,

[Translation: Qi, this; Men, door]
Indications: Menstrual irregularity in women, red and white vaginal discharge, prolapse
of the anus with defecation, hemorrhoid pain
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure 2 cun above the wrist
on the lateral side of the radius. Reaction area of the lungs. (See Figure 12.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 2~5 fen in

depth. Insert the needle obliquely under the skin
only.
Qi Jiao (33.02) Jt. .M

[Translation: Qi, this; ]iao, corner]
Indications: Same as Qi Men (33.01).
Locating the point: With the p:nient in supine

position, measure 2 cun proximally from Qi Men.
Reaction area of the lungs. (See Figure 12.)
Method of manipulation: Same as Qi Men

(33.01 ).
Figure 12.
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MASTER TONG'S AcUPUNCI1JRE
Qi Zheng (33.03) Jt. .iE.

[Translation: Qi, this; Zheng, upright, straight]
Indications: Same as Qi Men (33.01 ).
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure 2 cun proximal from Qi
]iao (33.02). Reaction area of the lungs. (See Figure 12.)
Method of manipulation: Same as Qi Men (33.01).
Note: Qi Men, Qi ]iao, and Qi Zheng are three points which should be used simultane~
ously on both arms.
[These points are located on the large intestine channel and are, therefore, especially
effective for the treatment of hcmorrhoids. During transverse insertion from Qi Men
(33.01) through to Qi ]iao (33.02), the needle passes through the large intestine xi cleft
point, Wen Liu (LI7) which lies between these. Wen Liu has the function of adjusting the
qi. These points with the addition of Wei Zhong (Bl 40) are effective for treating hemor~
rhoids.]
Huo Chuan (33.04) j( ~

[Translation: Huo, fire; Chuan, stringing together]
Indications: Constipation, heart palpitatiun:s, forearm [and rib] pain
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, fold the hand into a fist.
Measure 3 cun above the middle of the wrist joint on the dorsal surface of the forearm.
Reaction area of the heart and lungs. (See Figure 13.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 3~5 fen in depth.
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POINTS ON THE UPPER ExrREMITIES
Note: Use the right hand for left-sided forearm pain. Use the left hand for right-sided
forearm pain.
[This point is located at Zhi Gou (TH 6). It is very effective for the treatment of acceler·
ated heart rate and forearm pain.]
Huo Ling (33.05) :}( f!

[Translation: Huo, fire; Ling, mound]
Indications: Chest pain with a feeling of fullness and oppression, flank fullness, hand
spasm
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position and with their hand on their
chest, measure 5 cun above the middle of the wrist joint. Reaction area of the heart. (See
Figure 13.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 5 fen to 1 cun in depth.
Huo Shan (33.06) ;}( W

[Translation: Huo, fire; Shan, mountain]
Indications: Same as Huo Ling (33.05).
chest, measure 6.5 cun above the middle of the wrist joint. Reaction area of the heart.
(See Figure 13.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 1-1.5 cun in depth.
Note: Needle the right hand for spasm of the left forearm. Needle the left hand for spasm
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MASTER TONG'S A<:..'UPUNCTURE
of the right forearm. For chest pain and stuffiness needle the same side in combination
with Huo Chuan (33.04) and Huo Ling (33.05). [It is only necessary to needle one side.
Huo Ling and Huo Shan are located on the triple heater channel. They are outstandingly
effective for treating muscular cramping, chest pain, and for lessening the chest when
stuffy and oppressed. Huo Shan affects the triple heater and pericardium channels and is
used for deep treatment through these channels. For severe chest oppression and difficul-
ty breathing, use both these points together.]
Huo Fu Hai (33.07) k./Jit.f i-/j:

[Translation: Huo, fire; Fu, bowels; Hai, sea]
Indications: Cough, asthma, common cold, nasal

inflammation, sciatica, lower leg soreness, low back sore-
ness, anemia, dizziness, flowery vision, exhaustion and
taxation, panting
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position

and with their hand on their chest, measure 8.5 cun
above the middle of the wrist joint. Reaction area of the
lungs and heart. (See Figure 13.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 5 fen to I cun in

depth.
Note: For the treatment of anemia, dizziness, leg pain,

low back pain, and exhaustion, retain the needle for 10
minutes. Afterwards moxa 3-5 cones every day for three Figure 13.
months in order to increase longevity.
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PoiNTS ON mE UPPER EXTREMJTIES
[This point is located at Shou San Li (LI 10).
Shou Wu }in (33.08) fa A -t-

[Translation: Shou, hand; Wu, five; }in, gold]
Indications: Sciatica, [lower] abdominal pain, lower leg fullness and distention, lower leg
numbness [and pain]
chest, measure 6.5 cun above the pisiform bone and to the lateral side of the ulna.
Reaction area of the liver. (See Figure 13.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 3-5 fen in depth [to the lateral side of the ulna].
[Note: Combine with Shou Qian }in (33.09) below; use only one side.]
Shou Qian }in (33.09) f- T 1t

[Translation: Shou, hand; Qian, thousand; }in, gold]
Indications: Same as Shou Wu }in (33.08).
chest, measure 8 cun above the pisiform bone or 1.5 cun proximal from Shou Wu ]in
(33.08). Reaction area of the lungs. (See Figure 13.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 3-5 fen in depth.
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MASTER TONG'S ACUPUNcruRE
Note: Combine with Shou Wu]in (33.08); use only one hand.
[Shou Wu]in and Shou Qian]in are located close to the triple heater channel, 5 fen medi-
al (toward the ulna). Use the crease of the wrist as a landmark for locating these points.
These two points are used together to increase their effectiveness. Use Shou Qian )in
alone to treat boils on the forearms. These two points are usually good for treating blad-
der channel pain on the back of the legs. This has nothing to do with spinal joint prob-
lems, but is due to drinking ice water or bathing/swimming in very cold water. The qi of
the hand tai yang small intestine channel goes into the bladder channel. The small intes-
tine channel is of the fire element. If the body becomes cold inside from cold water or
cold drinks, then the channel is harmed and constricted. Then the qi will not pass from
the small intestine channel into the bladder channel, and there will be pain.]
Chang Men (33.10) })i r,

[Translation: Chang, intestine; Men, door]
Indications: Enteritis due to hepatitis, dizziness, flowery vision
[This point is for diarrhea accompanying hepatitis. The patient may rush to the bath-
room. But when they sit down on the toiler, nothing comes out. When they stand up
again, immediately the urge to defecate returns.]
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure 3 cun above the pisi-
form bone on the medial side of the ulna on the ventral surface of the forearm. Reaction
area of the liver and kidneys. (See Figure 14.)
[Note: Insertion on both sides simultaneously is not permitted. This point also treats
abrupt onset of abdominal pain and abdominal cramping with urgency to defecate. Hand
pressure will alleviate this pain and urgency in an emergency situation but cannot be sus-
tained for long.]
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Gan Men (33.11) J}f r,

[Translation: Gan, liver; Men, door]
Indications: Acute hepatitis (extremely effective)
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure 6 cun above the pisi~
form bone on the ventral surface of the forearm and to the medial side of the ulna.
Reaction area of the liver. (See Figure 14.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 3~5 fen in depth. Simply putting the needle in stops
liver pain. Twirling the needle to the right releases chest stuffiness and oppression, where~
as twirling the needle to the left releases intestinal pain.
Note: Insertion is only permitted on the left arm. The left side is treated because the liver
is located on the right side of the body. Combine Chang Men (33.10) with Gan Men
(33.11) to treat enteritis due to hepatitis.
[This point is for the treatment of liver pain due to acute hepatitis, i.e., due to infection.
As soon as one needles it, the pain will stop. This point is not for chronic liver pain.]
Xin Men (33.12) 1\.; r,

[Translation: Xin, heart; Men, door]
Indications: Inflammation of the heart organ, heart palpitations, chest oppression, [dry]
vomiting, liver cholera (i.e., acute gastroenteritis with vomiting and diarrhea), [inner
knee pain]
T.ncating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure longitudinally 1.5 cun
distal to the olecranon. Reaction area of the heart. (See Figure 14.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 4~ 7 fen in depth.
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Note: Needling points on both hands at the same time is not permitted.
[This point is located on the small intestine channel and, therefore, has a special effect
on heart diseases. It can also treat inner leg pain and sacral area nerve pain. I use this
point a lot with older patients. Most older patients have some heart problems.
Case histories: For some time I had failed

to treat inner knee pain successfully. I
searched and searched for an effective
treatment protocol. One day a woman
came to me suffering from dry heaves. I
needled this point and not only did her dry
heaves stop, but so did her inner knee pain.
Since then 1 use this point to treat inner
knee pain by needling the opposite side.
Another time, I went to Canada to treat an

88 year--old lady with sore legs am) knees.
She was quite obese and could not walk
without a cane or a walker. I palpated her
entire knee and found the most tender spot
to be the inner knee. I needled this point
one time. The patient fell asleep and slept
soundly for 2 hours. After that, all her leg
pain and soreness disappeared, not only her
inner knee pain. Since then I have never
forgotten that inner knee pain is caused by
the heart.]
Figure 14.
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POINTS ON THE UPPER EXTREMmES
Ren Shi (33.13) A.±

[Translation: Ren, person; Shi, scholar)
Indications: Asthma, palm of the hand pain reaching down to the fingers, shoulder
pain, upper back pain
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure longitudinally 4 cun
above the wrist joint to the lateral side of the radius on the ventral surface of the fore~
arm. Reaction area of the lungs and heart. (Sec Figure 14.)
Note: Needle 5 fen for asthma, palm of the hand pain extending to the fingers, shoul-
der pain, and upper back pain. If the pain or problem is on the right, needle the left
and vice versa. Needle 1 cun in depth for heart org::m p:tin and heart palpitations.
Di Shi (33.14) :.Jt ±

[Translation: Di, earth; Shi, scholar)
Indications: Asthma, common cold, headache, kidney vacuity, heart organ disease
above the wrist joint to the lateral side of the radius on the ventral surface of the fore~
arm. Reaction area of the lungs and heart. (See Figure 14.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 1-1.5 cun in depth.
Note: Needle 1 cun in depth for asthma, common cold, headache, and kidney vacuity.
Needle 1.5 cun in depth for heart organ disease.
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Tian Shi (33.15) ~ ±

[Translation: Tian, heaven; Shi, scholar]
Indications: Asthma, rhinitis, upper arm pain, common cold, chest fullness and disten~
tion
above Di Shi (33.14) or 10 cun above the wrist joint to the lateral side of the radius on
the ventral surface of the forearm. Reaction area of the lungs and kidneys. (See Figure
14.)
Method of manipulation: 1~ 1.5 cun in depth.
Note: Combining Tian Shi with Di Shi (3.3.14) and Ren Shi (33.13) for the treatment of
cough and asthma is very effective.
[These three points are located on the lung channel. Ren Shi (33.13) is 4 cun proximal to
Tai Yuan (Lu 9). Di Shi (33.14) is located at Kong Zhui (Lu 6). Bilateral insertion is most
effective for the treatment of severe asthma with pain in the arms.]
Qu Ling (33.16) db J't

[Translation: Qu, curve; Ling, mound]
Indications: Spasm, intestinal cholera, asthma, arthritis of the elbow, heart palpitations
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure horizontally 5 fen lat~
eral from the center of the cuboid fossa. Reaction area of the heart and lungs. (See Figure
14.)
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Note: Use a three~edged needle and look for the blood vessels within the crook of the
elbow. Prick to exit blood. This treats intestinal cholera, liver cholera, and heart block~
age.
[Qu Ling is located at Chi Ze (Lu 5). I use this point quite often. When this point is bled,
it is located where there is a visible blood vessel, not by the textbook location. By letting
out black blood from this point, heat is cleared. One can also cup after pricking, so as to
draw out even more blood. It can also treat common cold and can be used to treat chil~
dren.
Case history: Once a woman came with a common cold. I bled Qu Ling and cupped it to
draw more blood. As soon as the blood was drawn, her fever broke. The woman said that
with her fever, all her anger had also been drained away.]
Points on the Upper Arm
Fen ]in (44.01) ~'- ~
[Translation: Fen, division; ]in, gold, metal]
Indications: Common cold; needling is most effective for rhinitis and laryngitis
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure longitudinally 1.5 cun
above the elbow joint along the anterior lateral aspect of the ventral surface of the upper
arm. Reaction area of the lungs and heart. (See Figure 16 below.)
[Fen ]in is located on the lung channel, 3 cun distal to Xia Bai (Lu 4) and 1.5 cun proxi~
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MASTER TONG'S ACUPUNC11JRE
mal to Chi Ze (Lu 5 ). This point is very effective for severe colds with nasal and throat
inflammation.]
Hou Zhui (44.02) ff. t(t

[Translation: Hou, back; Zhui, vertebra]
Indications: Upper back vertebra prolapse and

44.07 slippage, upper back vertebra distention and
pain, kidney organ inflammation, low back pain
44.0&
Locating the point: With the patient in sitting
position, measure longitudinally 2.5 cun above
the elbow joint on the back of the arm. Reaction
are::~ of the liver, heart, and spine. (See Figure
15.)

depth.
[Hou Zhui is located on the triple heater channel,

5 fen proximal to Qing Leng Yuan (TH 11). The
triple heater channel passes through the kidneys.
Therefore, this point is able to treat kidney-
related diseases very effectively. However, I du
not use this point much for upper back pain.
Instead, I use Zheng]in (77.01).]
Figure 15.
Shou Ying ( 44.03) "M- *
[Translation: Shou, head; Ying, wisdom]
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Indications: Same as Hou Zhui (44.02).
Locating the point: With the patient in sitting position, measure 4.5 cun longitudinally
above the elbow joint on the back of the arm or 2 cun proximal to Hou Zhui (44.02).
Reaction area of the liver, heart, and spine. (See Figure 15.)
Note: Hou Zhui (44.02) and Shou Ying (44.03) are usually needled simultaneously on
both sides. This is most effective.
[Because these points on the back of the upper arm are somewhat difficult to locate, l do
not use them very much.]
Fu Ding ( 44.04) A TJi

[Translation: Fu, wealth; Ding, top]
Indications: Exhaustion and taxation, liver weakness, high blood pressure, dizziness,
headache
Locating the point: With the patient in sitting position, measure longitudinally 2. S cun
above Shou Ying (44.03 ). Reaction area of the liver and heart. (See Figure 15.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 3 fen in depth for fatigue and liver weakness. Needle 5
fen in depth for headache, dizziness, and hyrertension.
[Fu Ding and Shou Ying are located on the triple heater channel. Shou Ying is 1.5 cun dis-
tal and Fu Ding is 1 cun proximal to Xia Luo (TH 12).]
Hou Zhi (44.05) ft ~l

[Translation: Hnu, back; Zhi, branch]
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Indications: High blood pressure, dizziness, headache, skin diseases, arteriosclerosis; kills
microbes
Locating the point: With the arm beside the body, measure longitudinally 8 cun above
the elbow on the back of the arm. Reaction area of the heart. (See Figure 15.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 3~ 7 fen in depth.
Note: Needling Fu Ding (44.04) and Hou Zhi (44.05) together treats neck aching and
pain and facial paralysis.
[Hou Zhi is 2 cun proximal to Xia Luo (TH 12) and 1 cun distal to Nao Hui (TH 13).
A vinegar egg treatment may be used to treat arteriosclerosis. Put a raw egg in a large~
mouthed glass jar. Just barely cover with vinegar and seal the cap tightly. Leave for 48
hours. The egg will become soft and the shell will dissolve. Beat the egg and vinegar
together. One egg is for seven days. Take one tablespoon of vinegar egg, one tablespoon
of honey, and add some water up to a half cup. Drink one half cup early in the morning.
If one cannot stomach this, take a little three times per day after each meal in order to
protect the stomach. After taking for five days, begin making another one so that one
always has a supply on hand. After a few months, the cholesterol and blood pressure will
be reduced. This even helps for diabetes.]
Jian Zhong (44.06) M~

[Translation: ]ian, shoulder; Zhong, center, middle]
Indications: Knee pain (needling very effective), skin diseases (most effective for the skin
on the neck), infantile paralysis (i.e., polio), hemiplegia, heart palpitations, arterioscle~
rosis, nosebleed, shoulder pain
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, find the center of the deltoid
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POINTS ON TilE UPPER EXTREMITIES
muscle, 3 cun below the acromion process. Reaction area of the heart. (See Figure 15.)
Note: For right~sided shoulder pain, needle the left side. For left~sided shoulder pain, nee~
die the right side.
[Dr. Tong had many students, and there is some disagreement as to how this point should
be needled. I went to a number of Dr. Tong's students specifically asking about this point.
I received a number of conflicting instructions. Finally I had to chose one method. The
way I needle this point is to measure down from]ian Yu (LI 15) about 2.5 cun.l insert one
needle. Then, I insert two more needles obliquely at a 15 degree angle below this for a
total of 3 needles. While the needles are in place, the patient is told to exercise the affect~
ed arm in order to stretch the muscles. One needle is not powerful enough to treat this
point effectively. Therefore, this is called ]ian Zhong San Zhen or ]ian Zhong Three
Needles.
I use this point for treating shoulder pain instead of ]ian Yu (LI 15) since the needle does
not enter the shoulder joint and, therefore, cannot become bent or stuck.]
Bei Mian (44.07) 1=f tiJ

[Translation: Bei, back; Mian, face]
Indications: Abdominal distention and oppression, laryngitis
Locating the point: Raise the patient's arm horizontally to find the depression in the area
above the shoulder joint. The point is located in this depression just distal to the
acromion process when the arm is abdul:Lt:U. Rt:action area of the dan rian. (See Note
below, Figure 15.)
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Note: Use a three~edged needle and bleed to treat whole body exhaustion and taxation,
soreness and distention of both lower legs, retching and vomiting, liver cholera, intestin~
al cholera, and yin and yang cholera.
[Bei Mian is located at]ian Yu (LllS). This point

raises the clear qi. If there is abdominal disten-
tion and the voice lacks strength, this indicates
that the clear qi is not ascending. Tilis point
*
corrects that.]
Ren long (44.08) A

[Translation: Ren, person; Zong, ancestor)
Indications: Lower leg pain, hand pain, elbow

swollen and difficult to move, yellow face (gall-
bladder disease), four limbs swollen and edema-
tous, enlargement of the spleen, common cold,
ID; tluua
Locating the point: Measure 3 cun above the

elbow joint between the long and short heads of
the biceps muscle. Reaction area of the lungs,
heart, and liver. (See Figure 16.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 5 fen in depth

for colds and asthma; 8 fen for edema and
swelling of the arms; and 1.2 cun for liver, gall~
bladder, and spleen diseases.
Figure 16.
Caution: Insert with care so as to avoid injury to
either the biceps or the humerus.
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Di Zong (44.09) Jt ~
[Translation: Di, earth; Zong, ancestor]
Indications: Heart organ disease, aneriosclerosis; able to return from death and rescue life
due to critical yang pathoconditions;
Locating the point: Measure longitudinally 3 cun above Ren Zong (44.08) or 6 cun above
the elbow joint between the long and short heads of the biceps muscle. Reaction area of
the heart. (See Figure 16.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 1 cun in depth for mild diseases. Needle 2 cun in depth
for serious diseases. Both upper arms should be needled at the same time.
Caution: Insert with care so as to avoid injury to either the biceps or the humerus.
Tian long (44.10) ~ ~
[Translation: Tum, heaven; Zong, ancestor]
Indications: Sores on a woman's vagina, vaginal pain, red and white vaginal discharge,
lower leg pain, infantile paralysis, body odor, diabetes mellitus
[Irritating vaginal pain, inflammation, and itching with intercourse is due to yin vacuity.]
Locating the point: Measure 3 cun longitudinally above Di Zong (44.09) or 9 cun above
the elbow joint between the long and short heads of the biceps muscle. Reaction area of
the flanks and diaphragm, six bowels, and the lower legs. (See Figure 16.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 1,1.5 cun in depLh.
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MASTER TONG'S ACUPUNC..Il.JRE
Caution: Insert carefully to avoid injury to the biceps or the humerus.
[Ren Zong, Di Zong, and Tum Zong are located on

a single line. Di Zong (44.09) is 1 cun below Bi
44.11--.. Nao (Ll14 ). Tzan Zong (44.10) is 2 cun above it.]
44.12--
Yun Bai (44.11) ~ El
[Translation: Yun, cloud; Bai, white]
Indications: Women's inflammation of the vagi-

na, vaginal itching, vaginal pain, red and white
dai xia, infantile paralysis Lwkrai.J.g.,
Locating the point: With the patient seated or

in lateral recumbant position, measure longitu-
dinally 5 fen above ]ian Zhong (44.06) and l.S
cur. anterior. Reaction area of the lungs and the
six bowels. (See Figure 17.)

depth.
[I do nor use this point very much. For

Figure 17. gynecological problems, use Fu Ke (11.24 ),
Huan Chao (11.06), and San Yin ]iao (Sp 6)
instead. These points are easier to locate cor-
rectly.]
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POINTS ON TilE UPPER EXTREMITIES
Li Bai (44.12) 3f. ~

[Translation: U, plum; Bai, white]
Indications: Body odor, lower leg pain, foot

pain, infantile paralysis
Locating the point: With the patient seated

or in lateral recumbant position, measure
longitudinally 2 cun inferior to Yun Bai
(44.11). Reaction area of the kidneys and
lungs. (See Figure 17 above.)
Mt:thud uf manipulation: Nt:t:ulc 3~5 fen in

depth.
Zhi Tong (44.13) ~ ii

[Translation: Zhi, branch; Tong, through,
passing through, access]
Indications: High blood pressure, arterioscle~

rosis, dizziness, exhaustion and taxation, low
back soreness
Locating the point: With the patient in sit~

ting position, measure horizontally 1 cun
medial to Shou Ying (44.03), 4.5 cun above
the elbow joint on the posterior of the arm.
Reaction area of the liver, kidneys, and upper
back. (See Figure 18.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 6 fen to 1 cun in clepth.
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Caution: Insert the needle along the medial side of the humerus.
Luo Tong (44.14) ~ i&

[Translation: Ltw, falling; Tong, through, passing through, access]
Indications: High blood pressure, arteriosclerosis, dizziness, exhaustion and taxation, lack
of strength of the four limbs, low back soreness
Locating the point: With the patient in sitting position, measure horizontally 1 cun
medial to Fu Ding (44.04), 7 cun above the elbow joint on the posterior of the arm.
Reaction area of the liver, kidneys, and upper back. (See Figure 18.)
[For the above indications, using Tum Huang (77.17) and Ren Huang (77.21) or Yin Ling
Quan (Sp 9) and San Yin ]iao (Sp 6) achieves the same purposes and is much easier to
accomplish.]
xia Qu (44.15) r db
[Translation: Xia, lower, below; Qu, curve]
Indications: High blood pressure, sciatica (due to inadequate function of the lungs and
liver), hemiplegia, infantile paralysis, subluxation of the joints due to nerve loss
Locating the point: With the patient in sitting position, measure horizontally 1 cun
medial to Hou Zhi (44.05), 8 cun above the elbow joint on the back of the arm. Reaction
area of the lungs and liver. (See Figure 18.)
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Shang Qu (44.16) J:. Ub

[Translation: Shang, upper, above; Qu,
curve]
Indications: Infantile paralysis, sctatlca,

upper arm pain, high blood pressure, lower
leg distention and pain, [varicose veins]
Locating the point: With the patient in sit~

ring position, measure horizontally 1 cun
posterior to )ian Zhong (44.06), 3 cun below
the acromion process. Reaction area of the
kidneys and liver. (See Figure 19.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 6 fen to

1.5 cun in depth.
Note: Use a three-edged needle to prick

and exit blood for the treatment of cirrho-
sis of the liver and hepatitis.
Shui Yu (44.17) 1~ ;t
Figure 19.
[Translation: Shui, water; Yu, cure]
Indications: Inflammation of the kidney

organ, kidney stones, low back pain, lower
leg soreness, lack of strength of the whole
body, albuminuria, upper arm pain, hand
and wrist pain, hand and upper back pain
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Locating the point: With the patient in sitting position, measure horizontally 2 cun pos~
terior to Yun Bai (44.11}, 2.5 cun below the acromion process. Reaction area of the kid~
neys. (See Figure 19.)
Note: Using a three-edged needle to prick and exit yellow fluid is very effective for the
treatment of kidney organ diseases. Use a three-edged needle to prick and exit black
blood. Treats hand and wrist and hand and upper back pain. [Treat the same side for arm
pain.
This point is located at Nao Shu (SI 10). This point can treat all kidney problems.]
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Points on the Lower Extremities
Points on the Bottom of the Foot
Huo Bao (55.01) k ~

[Translation: Huo, fire; Bao, wrapper, envelope, bag]
Indications: Heart pain, liver disease, difficult delivery, retention of placenta, [menstru,
al irregularity, intestinal hernia]
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, on the plantar surface of the
foot, find the center of the proximal phalangeal joint of the second toe. Reaction area of
utt: lu::an aml liver. (See Figure 20.)
Method of manipulation: Use a three,edged needle to prick and exit black blood. Or use
a fine needle and insert 3-5 fen in depth.
Caution: Moxibustion or needling in pregnant women is forbidden.
[Location is the same as for extra point Du Yin. This point is a special point for heart ache.
This heart ache is a real heart attack. The patient may have cold hands and feet, sweat,
and may be screaming. When there is severe pain, the patient's whole body will become
stiff. With this type of disease, it happens in the morning and the patient dies in the
e\·ening.
Case history: In 20 years of experience, I have had only one case of this type of acute
heart pain. The patient was diabetic and had numbness in her feet, chest pain, and her
hands and feet were ice cold. Instead of bleeding this patient, I sent her to the hospital.
MASTER ToNG's AcuPUNCTURE
There, the doctor praised me for sending this patient to the hospital in time. This poim
should only be used in Llu~ t:arly stagt::) of heart pain before the hands and feet turn cold.
Another type of chest pain does not actually involve the heart. This type of chest pain is
due to stomach qi counterflowing upward and pushing against the heart. In this kind of
chest pain, the patient's hands and feet do not become frigid. In such cases, the patiem
should breathe in deeply through the nose and then beat on their chest with their fists as
hard as they can bear until they cannot hold
their breath any longer. The patiem should
exhale through their mouth and then repeat
this a few more times. This will relieve this
type of chest pain.
Typically, this type of chest pain patiem

calls in the middle of the night all upset, nor
&&.02 knowing what to do. I tell them how to do
the above exercise. If this does not relieve
their chest pain and their hands and feet
become ice cold, I send them to the hospital
directly. Here in America, the hospitals are
close and in good condition. Therefore, we
should not hesitate to send heart pain
patients to the hospital. Bleeding Huo Bao
should only be used if one cannot get a
patient to a hospital in time.]
Figure 20.
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POINTS ON THE LoWER EXTREMITIES
~~,..@.
Hua Gu Yi (55.02) 1~ f) -
[Translation: Hua, flower; Gu, bone; Yi, one]
Indications: Trachoma, red eyes, tearing eyes sensitive to the wind, photophobia, supra,
orbital bone soreness, headache, toothache, deafness, tinnitus, inflammation of the eye,
lids
Locating the point: Measure longitudinally 5 fen posterior from the web between the first
and second metatarsals on the plantar surface of the foot to locate the first point; 1 cun
to find the second point; 1.5 cun to find the third point; and 2.3 cun to find the fourth
point. This is a four point unit. Reaction area of the spleen, lungs, and kidneys. (See
Figure 20.)
[This point is very good for eye diseases. There is not much trachoma in the United States
but there are many cases of red eyes or conjunctivitis due to overeating fried foods and
drinking alcohol. Inflammation of the eyelids may also be due to overdrinking alcohol,
especially if the alcohol is poor quality.
Eyes sensitive to the wind and fearing light are symptoms of liver yin vacuity. People with
this type of condition should go to bed early, usually before 9:00 PM. Such people have
used up their liver blood. Going to bed early allows the liver to refill with blood. Going
to bed late prevents the liver from storing the blood adequately. Therefore, besides doing
acupuncture, such patients also must change their lifestyle.]
Hua Gu Er (55.03) 1~ 'Jt ;:::_

[Translation: Hua, flower; Gu, bone; Er, two]
Indications: Fingers have no strength, upper arm [muscle] pain
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MASTER TONG'S ACUPUNcn.JRE
Locating the point: Measure longitudinally 1 cun posterior from the web between the
second and third toes on the plantar surface of the foot to find the first point and 1.5 cun
to find the second. This is a two point unit. Reaction area of the spleen. (See Figure 20.)
[This is an effective point for the treatment of upper arm muscle pain.]
Hua Gu San (55.04) 1~ 't-=..

[Translation: Hua, flower; Gu, bone; San, three]
Indications: Low back pain, sciatica, spinal bone pain, leg and foot numbness
Locating the point: Measure longitudinally 2 cun posterior from the web between the
third and fourth toes on the plantar surface of the foot. Reaction area of the spleen. (See
Figure 20.)
Hua Gu Si (55.05) 1~ 't tm

[Translation: Hua, flower; Gu, bone; Si, four]
Indications: Thoracic paravertebral muscular pain, sciatica, abdominal pain, stomach

pain; stops bleeding; use with Hua Gu San (55.04) for leg and foot numbness.
posterior to the web between the fourth and fifth toes on the plantar surface of the foot.
Reaction area of the lungs. (See Figure 20.)
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POINTS ON THE LOWER EXTREMITIES
[Usually use Hua Gu San and Hua Gu Si together to increase the strength and efficacy of
the treatment. This is not so good for spinal pain, but is effective for sciatica. There are
many types of sciatica: spleen/liver channel, stomach channel, gallbladder channel, blad,
der channel. This treatment is for the entire leg as well as numbness of the legs and feet.
During treatment, typically the numbness gives way to tingling and then this tingling also
goes away. If the patient complains about this, one should tell them that this is the nor,
mal procedure of recovery.
While the patient is lying down and the needles are in place, have the patient raise their
legs one at a time so that the stimulation passes down from their hips to their lower legs.
If one does not move the legs thus, the effect is not as good. Otherwise this is a very effec-
tive t"Oint combination with good tcsu\ts ftom but few needles. lt is also effective fOT leg
and foot numbness.]
Shang Liu (55.06) J:.1i

[Translation: Shang, upper, above; Uu, tumor]
Indications: Brain turners, edema of the brain, cerebellar or occipital pain, brain nerve
pain, bodily weakness
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure 3.5 cun anteriorly from
the center of the hack of the heel or find the center of the anterior edge of the pad of the
heel. Reaction area of the cerebellum. (See Figure 20.)
Caution: Excessively deep insertion (more than 5 fen) is not permitted. It may cause rest,
lessness within the heart.
[I use this point for treating those who have had an operation for brain tumor and are still
in pain or recuperating. When using this point, one must insert through the skin quick,
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ly, otherwise it will be painful. The patient should feel their head clear after the needle is
inserted. If the patient feels their head becomes more distended after needling this point,
one should discontinue treatment.
This is not the only point for brain tumors. One can also use Zheng]in (77.01). One can
either alternate between Shang Liu and Zheng ]in or, in serious cases, use both together.
Case histories: A little girl was brought to me with a brain tumor. MRI showed that the
tumor was very big. When she first came, her condition was already quite bad. She only
seemed semiconscious. She could not answer questions or even open her mouth to show
her tongue. I needled this point and after 45 minutes she became more responsive. She
could answer questions, show her tongue, and even began playing with the curtain
around the treatment table. Her eyeballs no longer turned up and were clear. However,
the next day, she was even more unconscious. She seemed to be able to listen and to
answer yes, but I do not believe she actually understood what she was saying. When asked
if she wanted to go to the hospital, she said yes. She went to the hospital and never came
out.
Another time a man was brought to my office who had overdosed on Angel Dust. This
causes unconsciousness and swelling of the brain. Using this point, the patient regained
consciousness. However, he never returned for follow-up treatment, and I do not know
what happened to him.]
Points on the Dorsum & Side of the Foot
Hai Bao (66.01) jljfj

[Translation: Hai, sea; Bao, seal]
Indications: Pain in the canthi of the eyes (inflammation of the canthi), mounting qi,
thumb and index finger pain, women's vaginal inflammation
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Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, find the midpoint of the pha~
langeal joint on the medial side of the large toe. Reaction area of the heart. (See Figure
23 below.)
Note: For pain in the right hand, use the

point on the left foot. For pain in the left
hand, use the point on the right foot.
[Hai Bao is located at the juncture ofthe red 66.03

and white skin.]
66.04
Mu Fu (66.02) * Jtf
[Translation: Mu, wood; Fu, wife, woman]
Indications: Women's red and white vaginal

discharge, menstrual irregularity, menstrual
pain, uterine inflammation, fallopian tube
blockage, [amenorrhea]

supine position, measure 3 fen lateral from
the center of the middle phalanx of the sec~
ond toe. Reaction area of the heart. (See
Figure 21.)
Figure 21.
Method of manipulation: Needle 2~4 fen in
depth. (Use a thin needle to avoid causing
pain.)
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[Women have a tendency to anger, worry, and frustration. These negative emotions gen~
erate liver fire which then inflames the heart. For middle~aged women, one should most~
ly treat the liver.
A useful combination to use is Mu Fu with the Two Emperors, Tian Huang (77.17) and
Ren Huang (77.21). These two additional points enrich yin in order to soften the liver
and nourish water in order to control fire.]
Huo Ying ( 66.03) k lit_

[Translation: Huo, fire; Ying, hardness]
Indications: Heart palpitations, dizziness, retention of placenta, enlargement of the bone,

jaw pain (with difficulty opening the mouth, [a.k.a. TMJ syndrome]), fainting, uterine
inflammation, uterine tumor
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure longitudinally 5 fen
posterior to the web between the large and second toes. Reaction area of the heart and
liver. (See Figure 21.)
Caution: Needling this point is forbidden in pregnant women.
[This point is located at Xing]ian (Liv 2). This point is quite useful. Fire in its name indi~
cares the heart. In terms of the indications, palpitations can either be fast or slow. These
palpitations are slow palpitations. When supplemented, this point nourishes the heart. A
slow pulse indicates the heart does not have enough strength to pump. Therefore, sup~
plement this point. One can also supplement this point to treat unconsciousness with a
slow pulse. This point can be combined with Hou Zhu (66.04) below.
Elderly people who move slow, have slow responses, look old beyond their years, and have
a pulse that beats less than 3 times per respiratory cycle, may die within 2 years if left
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untreated. Even if a person's pulse is slow because of athletic training, this is not so good.
Although people say this is good, it is well known that athletes do not tend to be long-
lived. This is because, when the heart beats too slowly, it is easy for other problems to
develop. Such a slow heartbeat signifies that the heart is weak.
Case history: A 70 year-old man came to me. His pulse was less than 3 beats per respi-
ratory cycle. He came for treatment from out-of-state and was not able to stay to com-
plete a long enough course of treatment. Three years later, I happened to meet one of his
family members. When I asked about this man's health, they told me he had died the year
before.
In terms of jaw pain or TMJ syndrome, often this occurs in people who have drunk cold
water after dental surgery or tooth extraction while the wound is still open. This cold gets
into the blood and impairs the circulation. Therefore, one should only drink warm fluids
and never cold after oral surgery or a tooth extraction.
Case history: A man came to me from out-of-state. He had suffered from clenched jaws
with an inability to open them for 2 years. He had been in and out of the hospital many
times and had spent tens of thousands of dollars on various treatments but all to no avail.
He came to me and I needled Hou Ying plus Yong Quan (Ki 1), Shang Liu (55.06), and a
point located midway between these last two. After a single treatment, that night he was
able to eat a steak at his hotel. For the previous 2 months he had only been able to drink
milk and water. After two more days of treatment, he was able to return home.
One usually drains the liver, but when the pulse is too slow, one must supplement the
liver instead. Because the liver is the mother of the heart, supplementing the liver nour-
ishes its child, the heart.]
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MASTER TONG'S ACUPUNCJlJRE
Huo Zhu (66.04) X .i.

[Translation: Huo, fire; Zhu, master, ruler, governor]
Indications: Difficult delivery, enlargement of the bone, heart organ disease leadinc •
headache, liver disease, stomach disease, nerves weak and debilitated, heart organ~
ysis, hand and lower leg pain, uterine inflammation, uterine tumor
[Heart organ paralysis or heart numbness refers to tossing and turning during sleep. "~"be
patient cannot get comfortable no matter what they do. If they soak their feet in warm
water, this may provide some relief.]
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure 1 cun posterior to Huo
Ying (66.03). Reaction area of the heart. (See Figure 21.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 3~8 fen in depth. When treating hand and lower leg
pain, for the left use the right point and for the right use the left point.
Caution: Needling this point is forbidden in pregnant women.
[This point is located at Tai Chong (Liv 3).]
Men Jin (66.05) r, ft

[Translation: Men, door; }in, gold, metal
The word jin in a point name usually refers to the metal phase and, therefore, either the
lung or the large intestine. If the word jin comes first, such as jin men, this suggests that
the lung is implied. If the word jin comes second, as above, this implies the large intes~
tine.]
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Indications: Intestinal inflammation, stomach inflammation, abdominal distention and

pain, appendicitis, [pain at the side of the head, nasal blockage and pain, rectal prolapse]
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure horizontally 8 fen lat,
eral from Hou Zhu (66.04) in the space between the second and third toes. Reaction area
of the stomach and duodenum. (See Figure 21.)
Method of manipulation: Using a thin needle, insert 5 fen in depth.
Caution: Needling both sides simultaneously is forbidden.
[This point is located at Xian Gu (St 43 ). Use with Nei Ting (St 44) to make even more
effective. These two points used together are very effective for the treatment of rectal pro,
lapse.
For colitis, if the pain is on the left, needle the right point and vice versa. Thrust the nee,
dle in and uut, and the pain will go away all at un(;e. Titis treatment may need tu be
repeated and more than 10 treatments altogether may be needed to affect a complete
cure. The patient should also eat two small cans of pineapple a day. Pineapple heals the
intestines no matter what the disease, even cancer. This should be continued for more
than three months. After 5,10 days of eating the pineapple, one will see black material
mixed in with the stools. This indicates that pockets of debris within the intestines are
being cleaned out.
If a patient has migraine headaches, this is also a very effective point, especially if the
migraine is on the tai yang channel. However, sometimes the patient cannot say exactly
where the pain is most localized. In that case, gently press the two eyeballs. If these feel
like pressing on two marbles, then use this point at the same time as Si Hua Zhong
(77 .09). Slowly the eyeballs will become softer as the tension is released. Even those with
headaches for more than 25 years will receive relief from this treatment. After 3,4 treat,
ments they may not need any more treatments for 1,2 years.
Case history: A little girl 11 years old was brought by her mother to my office. She had
had to leave school with an intense migraine headache. The child was crying very badly
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MASTER TONG's AcUPUNCfURE
due to the pain. I put her on the treatment bed and needled this point. The child dried
her eyes and said that her pain was gone. Then she looked down at her foot and saw the
needle. While the pain was bad, she did not even feel or know anything about the nee,
dle. But when the pain was gone, seeing the needle she became frightened and began to
cry again. I asked her if she would rather have her headache. The little girl smiled and
asked her mother if she could return to the party they were having at school.
This little girl was pubescent and the headache was associated with the changes initiat,
ed by puberty. This point can provide great relief for such cases. It can stop the nausea,
vomiting, and headaches. Only one needle, easy to use. I use this point a great deal.]
Mu Liu (66.06) * ~
[Translation: Mu, wood; Uu, keep]
Indications: Leukemia, enlargement of the spleen, poor digestion, liver disease, exhaus-
tion and taxation, gallbladder disease, infantile paralysis, [pain and rigidity of the middle
and ring fingers
Infantile paralysis or polio always comes from the gallbladder.]
posterior to the web between the third and fourth toes. Reaction area of the liver and
spleen. (See Figure 22.)
[Combine with Mu Dou (66.07) to increase efficacy. Use together to treat numbness of
the entire body.
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Whenever there is liver disease, one should

also treat the spleen. When liver disease is
active, the spleen becomes weak. Without
food, the patient cannot live. Whenever
there is liver disease, we must supplement the
spleen and stomach.]
Mu Dou (66.07) ;f. 4-

[Translation: Mu, wood; Dou, scoop]
Indications: Spleen enlargement, liver dis,

ease, poor digestion, exhaustion and taxa,
tion, gallbladder disease, infantile paralysis

supine position, measure longitudinally 5 fen
above the web between the third and fourth
toes. Reaction area of the spleen and liver.
(See Figure 22.)

depth. Figure 22.
Liu Wan (66.08) -k ~

[Translation: Liu, six; Wan, finish, complete, whole
Some books say Mu Wan, wood finish instead.]
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MASTER TONG'S AcUPUNCfURE
Indications: Bleeding (due to trauma and knife wounds), one,sided headaches
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure longitudinally 5 fen
superior on the web between the fourth and little toes. Reaction area of the lungs and
kidneys. (See Figure 22.)
Caution: Needling is forbidden in patients with asthma, lung disease, excessive phlegm,
and bodily weakness.
[Liu Wan is located at Xia Xi (GB 43 ).]
Shui Qu (66.09) :1j<. db

[Translation: Shui, water; Qu, curve]
Indications: Low back pain, edematous swelling of the four limbs, abdominal distention,
neck nerve pain, a number of female uterine diseases
above Liu Wan (66.08). Reaction area of the lungs and kidneys. (See Figure 22.)
[Some books also say that moxaing this point over a long period of time can help reduce
the weight. Usually I use the Heart Organ point just in front of the tragus of the ear. This
Heart Organ point can also reduce cravings for sugar, and treats hypoglycemia.
For neck pain or stiff neck, I prefer to use gua sha first followed by needling Xuan Zhong
(GB 39).]
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Huo Lian (66.10) k. J!

[Translation: Huo, fire; Lian, connection, continuance]
Indications: High blood pressure leading to dizziness and vertigo, heart palpitations,
heart organ debility and weakness
;'•Jsterior from the metatarsal-phalangeal joint on the medial side of the first metatarsal.
Reaction area of the heart and kidneys. (See Figure 23.)
~lethod of manipulation: Needle 5-8 fen in depth, transversely along the metatarsal
:-'-•ne.
[Huo Lian is located at Tai Bai (Sp 3). Treat only on one side; do not needle bilaterally.
This point is forbidden in pregnant women.]
Figure 23.
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MASTER TONG'S ACUPUNCIURE
Huo Ju (66.11) k. 'itJ

[Translation: Huo, fire; ]u, chrysanthemum]
Indications: Numbness of the hands, heart palpitations, dizziness, lower leg pain, high
blood pressure, distention of the head and brain, vertigo, soreness of the eyelids, restric~
tion of neck movement, [whiplash, poor vision, spots before the eyes]
posterior to Huo Lian (66.10). Reaction area of the heart and kidneys. (See Figure 23.)
Method of manipulation: Needle transversely S~R fen in depth.
[This point is located at Gong Sun (Sp 4 ). Only needle one side. Forbidden in pregnant
women.]
Huo San (66.12) k. ft

[Translation: Huo, fire; San, scatter]
Indications: Headache, distention of the brain, pain in the corners of the eyes, kidney
vacuity, dizziness, flowery vision, low back soreness, upper back pain, [spots in front of the
eyes]
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure 1 cun posterior to Huo
)u (66.11). Reaction area of the heart, kidneys, and the six bowds. (See Figure 23.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 5~8 fen in depth. Needle transversely along the
metatarsal bone.
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POINTS ON TiiE LoWER EXTREMITIES
Note: Combine Huo Lian (66.10), Huo ]u (66.11), and Huo San (66.12) for the treat~
ment of the above various diseases and also brain tumors and meningitis.
[This point is located at Ran Gu (Ki 2). It is not used that often. It is used in the elderly
who suffer from one foot hot and the other foot cold. In that case, supplement the cold
side first. Then withdraw the needle and drain the hot side. Do not needle both sides
simultaneously.]
Shui Jing (66.13) 1~ El\

(Translation: Shui, water; ]ing, crystal]
Indications: Uterine inflammation, uterine tumor, uterine enlargement, lower abdomi-

nal qi accumulation, distention, and oppression
inferior to the apex of the medial malleolus. Reaction area of the uterus. (See Figure 23.)
[This point is Zhao Hai (Ki 6). Using this point alone is not enough. Usually one should
add the Two Emperors, Tum Huang (77.17) and Ren Huang (77.21) for the treatment of
the above indications.]
Shui Xiang (66.14) 1]<. ~Q

[Translation: Shui, water; Xiang, minister]
Indications: Kidney organ inflammation, edematous swelling of the four limbs, kidney
vacuity leading to low back pain, upper back vertebral pain, women's postpartum fever,
cataracts
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Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure 5 fen posterior to the
posterior border of the medial malleolus. Reaction area of the kidneys and brain. (See
Figure 23.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 3-5 fen in depth or all the way through the space
between the malleoli and the tendon calcaneus.
[This point is located at Tai Xi (Ki 3). Although diseases of the eyeball are usually
ascribed to the liver, the power of vision comes from the kidneys. It is also said that the
liver and kidneys share a common source. Therefore, for cataracts, we treat the kidneys.]
Shui Xian ( 66.15) :1j<. {J.t

[Translation: Shui, water; Xian, immortal]
Indications: Same as Shui Xiang (66.14 ), plus kidney vacuity causing upper back pain.
Locating the poit:tt: With the patient in supine position, measure longitudinally 2 cun
inferior to Shui Xiang (66.14). Reaction area of the kidneys and brain. (See Figure 23.)
[This point is located at Shui Quan (Ki 5). This point is often needled together with Shui
Xiang (66.14).]
Points on the Lower Leg
[The points in this section and the next are on the lower leg and thigh respectively. These
points are extremely effective for adjusting the function of the entire body. They treat the
organs and bowels and internal and external diseases. Their results are fast, accurate, and
often astonishing.
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PoiNTS ON TiiE lowER ExTREMrnES
Orher than the so-called Release point, lie (88.28), most of these points are needled in
~ which occur along the z;ame line. For instance, there are the Four Horse points,
:he Four Flower points, the Three Emperors, the Three Yellows, etc. Some of these points
~re located in the same places as regular fourteen channel points. However, because their
J:Sage and indications are different, so are their names.]
llamg ]in (77.01) .iE. ~

rTranslation: Zheng, correct, upright, straight; ]in, sinews]
ladications: Upper back twisting vertebral pain, lower and upper back vertebral pain,
!leek sinew pain leading to inability to move, enlargement of the cranial bones, accumu-
!.mon of water in the brain
Locating the point: With the patient in prone position, find the tendon calcaneus and
measure 3.5 cun superior from the base of the heel. Reaction area of the spine and brain.
•See Figure 24.)
~1Cated on the Achilles tendon between Kun Lun (Bl60) and Tai Xi (Ki 3 ). When using
:his point, the needle must go all the way through the Achilles tendon and touch the
~"llle in order to get a good result. Further, whenever one uses this point, one should also
~ Zheng Zong (77.02). Because the du mai runs up the spine and it is the sea of yang,
~ing these two points together can also increase yang qi.
~ history: A 22 year-old man had been in a car accident four years before and had
:-roken his neck. He was paralyzed from his neck down and his arms were getting weaker
iD.i weaker. All other treatment methods had failed, so he came to see me. Although it
~ during the hot part of summer, he wore a heavy winter jacket. He would also always
,,
ask for a glass of warm water to wrap his hands around in an effort to warm them. In addi,
tion, he would always ask me to order him a hot meal.
When I palpated his neck at Feng Fu (GV 16) just below the base of the skull, there was
severe pain. This meant that there was still blood stasis which was obstructing the flow
of yang qi. I told him he would have to receive three treatments per week. After needling
him the first two times at Zheng ]in, the suboccipital pain was less. After three treatments,
he said he could breathe deeper. After the fourth and fifth treatments, he said his whole
body felt warmer. A few weeks later, he no longer needed to warm his hands by wrapping
them around a hot glass of water.
Based on this, I realized that, although the books do not say this, this point also has the
ability to affect the du mai and increase yang qi in the body. I have, therefore, treated oth,
ers with yang vacuity and a cold body with this point when accompanied by spinal or
neck problems. These patients have reported that this treatment has warmed up their
bodies and that they felt more comfortable.
If back sprain is severe, I prefer to immediately bleed Wei Zhong (Bl 40). If there is back
pain and difficulty breathing, I prefer to use Shui Tong (1010.19) and Shui ]in ( 1010.20).
For leg numbness, use Zheng]in with Hua Gu San (55.04) and Hua Gu Si (55.05).
This point is also very effective for the treatment of occipital headache due to past trau,
ma to the back of the head or neck. For instance, this area can be injured if the child is
shaken violently back and forth. Often this will not cause problems when the child is
young but may result in occipital headaches when the person is in their late 20s or 30s.
Case histories: A 50 year,old woodcutter was knocked down by a tree and his head was
shaken backwards violently. After being hospitalized, he still had severe headaches all the
time. Each time his MD refilled his pain medication prescription, it would be for 100 pills.
Finally, his wife had to inject him with morphine every three hours. Over a period of two
years, he had five heart attacks due to such heavy pain medication, since it is well known
that pain medications affect the heart.
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POINTS ON THE loWER EXTREMITIES
Finally a doctor referred him to me. He had to

get up very early in the morning to make the
three or four hour drive to my office. I saw him
at 9:00 AM. I used Zheng ]in and Zheng Zong.
After 45 minutes, I asked him to gently shake
his head. He shook it a little and there was no
pain. Then I asked him to shake it more force,
fully and still there was no pain. I withdrew the
needle and the man felt a little dizzy. Therefore,
I needled Zu San Li (St 36). His dizziness was
due to his not having eaten yet that morning,
the long drive, and then the needling. This tran,
quilized him.
The man stood up. He said he could not believe

H. I asked him what he could not believe. He
JUSt kept saying he could not believe it. I called
hts wife into the office, she asked him what he
..:ould not believe. He said he could not believe
he no longer had a headache. Then she said she
could not believe it. Figure 24.
I explained to the patient that he should not do any heavy lifting or any heavy work. He
left my office and returned home. After sitting around the house for one week, the man
grew bored and did some digging in order to plant some flowers. This caused him to get
a headache again. He came back to my office and we did several more treatments. Finally
we got rid of all his headaches.
:\nother case was of a seven year,old boy. His mother brought him to me because his
hands shook so that he could not write in school. He was a very active child and his par,
ents believed that he had probably fallen out of a tree or otherwise gotten hurt when
rough,housing around. I palpated the base of his skull, which was extremely painful. This
indicated great blockage at this area. I tried to needle Zheng ]in, but the child would not
let me. Two years later, when the boy was nine years old, he decided to let me needle him.
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I needled Zheng ]in and Zheng Zong plus Tong Tian (Bl 7), Cheng Guang (Bl 6), and Wu
Chu (Bl 5) transversely under the skin through and through (from Bl 7 to BlS). Now he
can write much better.]
Zheng long (77.02) iE. *

[Translation: Zheng, upright, straight; Zong, ancestor, ancestral]
Indications: Same as Zheng]in (77.01).
Locating the point: With the patient in prone position, measure 2 cun further proximal
or superior to Zheng ]in (77.01 ). Reaction area of the spine and brain. (See Figure 24.)
Note: Needle the two points, Zheng ]in (77.01) and Zheng Zong (77.02), simultaneously
for best results.
[The bladder channel travels from the head to the Achilles tendon. To treat the tendons
of the neck, treat the Achilles. If the Achilles tendon is cut, the head cannot be held
erect. To treat sprain of the lower back from lifting a heavy object, apply quick insertion
and withdrawal technique to Zheng ]in (77.01) and Wei Zhong (Bl40).]
Zheng Shi (77.03) iE. ±

[Translation: Zheng, upright, straight; Shi, scholar]
Indications: Shoulder and upper back pain, low back pain, sciatica
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Locating the point: With the patient in prone position, measure 2 cun superior or prox~
imal to Zheng Zong (77.02) along the back of the leg. Reaction area of the lungs and spine.
(See Figure 24.)
[lbe book does not say what type of sciatica. Since this point is located below Cheng Shan
(8157) on the bladder channel, it may treat bladder channel sciatica. However, for blad~
der channel sciatica, I prefer to use Shou Wu]in (33.08) and Shou Qian]in (33.09). After
putting in the needles, the patient should stretch the heel while the needles are in place.]
& Qiu (77.04) #j. J..ii.

[Translation: Bo, catching; Qiu, ball]
Indications: Spasm of the sinews of the lower leg, low back soreness and upper back pain,
nosebleed, cholera (i.e., acute gastroenteritis)
Locating the point: With the patient in prone position, measure 2.5 cun above Zheng Shi
( 77.03) where the heads of the gastrocnemius join. Reaction area of the heart and lungs.
(See Figure 24.)
Method of manipulation: Need\e l ~ 2 cun in depth.
Note: Combine with Zheng Shi (7 7.03) to treat upper and lower back pain. If the pain is
chronic, apply repeatedly quick insertion and withdrawal technique to the entire area
between these two points.
[This point is located at Cheng Shan (Bl57). If spasms of the legs accompany cholera, this
is a very dangerous condition and many people die from this. I often use this point ·for
hemorrhoids in which case I needle bilater::.lly.]
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Yi Zhong (77.05) - I
[Translation: Yi, one; Zhong, weight]
Indications: Hyperthyroidism (due to heart organ disease), exopthalmia, tonsillitis,

paralysis of the facial nerves, one-sided headache, liver disease, brain tumors, meningitis,
lump glomus, [spleen infection, enlargement"pail,l, and cirrhosis, breast cancer, mastitis,
breast distention and pain] 'oYo\flJ\ \o~~?•'"''· ~... \1 .!> PJ.~~ •
Locating the point: With the patient lying on their side, measure 3 cun proximal and 1
cun anterior to the lateral malleolus of the fibula. Reaction area of the heart, lungs, and
spleen. (See Figure 25.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 1-2 cun in depth. [The depth depends on the fatness of
the muscle. It may exceed 2 cun. This means the insertion should be deep.
Combine Yi Zhong (77.05), Er Zhong (77.06), and San Zhong (77.07) for best results.
For enlargement of the spleen, one only needs to needle the right side. However, for such
chronic problems as spleen enlargement and breast cancer, one must be persistent. These
cannot be easily or quickly cured.
For wry mouth and Bell's palsy, needle Yi Zhong first and then San Zhong. Then needle Er
Zhong. I learned this technique from one of Dr. Tong's students. Such specific techniques
are typically guarded as secret, but I would like to share these openly with all practition-
ers, and thus I am publishing these in this book.
The location of this point is 1 cun anterior to Xuan Zhong (GB 39).]
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Er Zhong (77 .06) ;:::_ -:i'

[Translation: Er, two; Zhong, weight]
Indications: Same as Yi Zhong (77.05).
Locating the point: With the patient lying

on their side, measure 2 cun above Yi Zhong
( 77.05 ). Reaction area of the heart, lungs,
and spleen. (See Figure 25.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 1,2 cun in

depth.
San Zhong (77 .07) ..=.. ":t 77.07
[Translation: San, three; Zhong, weight]

-+-77.06
Indications: Same as Yi Zhong (77.05) above.
Locating the point: With the patient lying

on their side, measure 2 cun above Er Zhong
(77.06). Reaction area of the heart, lungs,
and spleen. (See Figure 25.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 1,2 cun in Figure 25.

depth.
Note: Using Yi Zhong (77.05), Er Zhong (77.06), and San Zhong (77.07) together to treat
the above,mentioned conditions is very effective.
[This combination also treats inflammation, swelling, and hardness of the spleen. For
this, treat the right side only. One may also treat breast inflammation and pain.]
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Si Hua Shang (77.08) 1Zf11~ _!_

[Translation: Si, four; Hua., flowers; Shang, upper]
Indications: Asthma, [lower] toothache, heart palpitations, tumor growing inside the
mouth [on the tip of the tongue], dizziness, heart organ disease, cholera with spasm of the
sinews (i.e., convulsions or tetany accompanying acute gastroenteritis)
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure 3 cttn inferior from the
lateral edge of the lower border of the patella. Reaction area of the lungs and heart. (See
Figure 26.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 2-3 cun in depth for asthma and 3~3.5 cun for heart dis~
ease.
[This point is located at Zu San U (St 36). Use the prompt prick technique to treat chron~
ic stomach disease and stomach ulcers. For the treatment of asthma and mental diseases,
this point must be needled deeply.
Case histories: A five year~old girl had spent the night in the hospital with an acute asth~
ma attack. The entire night she had struggled for breath, crying, and vomiting. Her par~
cnts knew I start work at 5:30AM and so checked their daughter out and brought her to
me. They immediately put her on a treatment table and then went out into the waiting
room to sleep. The little girl was crying. She was well~built physically. I used a 2.5 cun
needle and inserted this deeply at Si Hua Shang. All at once, the child vomited a large
lump of heavy, sticky phlegm like a stone which had been stuck in her stomach. Two years
later, I met the child and her mother again. The mother told me that since that day, the
child had not suffered any further asthma attacks. The child had grown considerably
since then and had a very good complexion.
Another time, I was asked to treat a young man who was a freshman in college. His fam~
ily was very concerned since he did not seem able to remember things. Mental cases in
which concentration and memory are impaired are often due to phlegm obstructing the
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portals of the heart. In such cases, one must needle Si Hua Shang or Zu San Li very deeply,
at least 2.5 cun. I also needle in such cases San Yin]iao (Sp 6), Qu Chi (LI 11), He Gu (Ll
4), and Lie Que (Lu 7). San Yin]iao and Zu San Li are supplemented and the other three
points drained. By draining the large intestine, often the phlegm is discharged with the
feces. In any case, I treated this young man three times, and after that his grades improved
dramatically. The next year he took a heavier course load. I asked him if this worried him
and he answered, "Piece of cake."
Bleeding this point can also treat dryness of the mouth. In this case, one should use a
three-edged needle and let out 5-10 cc of blood.
Case history: Once a woman more than 80 years old came to me with dryness of the
mouth. She could not eat bread or toast. She h:ul to chew and chew these, and still they
would only form an unswallowable ball in her mouth. She said that it felt like chewing a
sweater it was so dry and tasteless. I bled Si Hua Shang and immediately one could see more
moisture in her mouth. That night she was able to eat and she returned the next day ask-
ing to be bled again. I explained that since the mouth was still moist, we should wait one
week before repeating the treatment. By the next week, her mouth had become dry again.
But after three treatments, her mouth remained moist. I believe this treatment works by
clearing stomach fire so that stomach fluids and spleen yin can regenerate automatically.]
Si Hua Zhong (77.09) ~ 1~ 'f

[Translation: Si, four; Hua, flowers, Zhong, middle]
Indications: Asthma, eye pain, heart organ disease, arteriosclerosis of the heart, heart
organ paralysis, acute stomach pain, deformity or swelling of the bones of the hands,
[pericardial inflammation, enteritis
How can one know if the arteries of the heart have hardened? In Chinese medicine, we
think that if the patient has pain on both sides of their heart, their heart arteries have
become sclerotic. How can one know if their heart has become paralyzed or numb? If one
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has a slow pulse and they toss and turn and cannot rest peacefully in bed, this is called
heart organ paralysis or heart numbness. In this case, the patient will feel miserable, have
a heavy heart, and have difficulty breathing.]

supine position, measure 4.5 cun inferior or
distal to Si Hua Shang (77.08). Reaction area
of the heart, lungs, and the six bowels. (See
Figure 26.)
77.09 Method of manipulation: Needle 2-3 cun in

depth for asthma and eye disease. Bleed with
---+-77.10 a three-edged needle for the treatment of
12 the remaining diseases [especially if there
.11 are bulging blood vessels in this area.
This point is located 5 fen above Tian Kou (St

38) on the stomach channel. Use prompt
prick technique or bleeding to also treat
water in the lungs, pulmonary tuberculosis,
and the lungs swollen with air, i.e., lung qi
congestion. When bleeding, prick the point
on the same side as the disease. Needle shal-
lowly to treat shoulder, elbow, and index fin-
ger pain. Treat the opposite side for problems
of the extremities.
Figure 26.
I use this point quite frequently for the treatment of headaches, including migraines in
both men and women no matter how long they have suffered. However, for this one must
use a long needle, at least 2.5 cun. If one presses the patient's eyeballs and they feel hard
like marbles, this means that they are prone to headaches. It also means that the blood
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\"essels behind the eyes have become hard. The eyeballs are related to the liver and the
liver is very susceptible to overwork and emotional stress.
Thesf' headaches are due to liver fire inflaming heart fire. This point is on the stomach
channel. The stomach is the child of the heart. If one drains the child, it will automati~
.:ally drain the mother. After the first 2~3 treatments, the patient may not notice much
difference. However, after 4-5 treatments, their headaches will be greatly reduced and
\\·ill become infrequent. Sometimes I use this point with Tai Chong .(Liv 3) in addition.
When this point is used for asthma, it drains the stomach so that the stomach may not
o\"ercontrol the kidneys. Then the kidneys may grasp the qi sent down by the lungs.]
~,_
Si Hua Fu (77.10) ~ 1~
no
Pi-~•1J
!Translation: Si, four; Hua, flowers; Fu, quasi]
Indications: Same as Si Hua Zhung (77.09).
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure 2.5 cun inferior to Si
Hua Zhong (77.09). Reaction area of the heart, lungs, and the six bowels. (See Figure 26.)
Method of manipulation: Bleeding with a three~edged needle treats arteriosclerosis of the

heart, heart paralysis, acute stomach pain, and inflammation of the stomach and intes~
tines.
Note: Use in combination with S.i Huo. Zhong (77.09) for best results in the treatment of
the above~mentioned diseases. [Si Hua Zhong is the main point. This point is additional
or supplementary. This point is used if the main point alone is not enough.
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MASTER TONG'S ACUPUNCT"JRE
This point is located 1 cun distal to Xia ]u Xu (St 39). For bleeding, look for the vessels
in the area of the point. If one bleeds for acute stomach pain and black blood is let, the
location is correct and the result should be good.
If one goes to bleed this point for heart paralysis or numbness but cannot find any visible
blood vessels in this area or around Si Hua Zhong, then use Xing]ian (Liv 2) and Tai Chong
(Liv 3) with supplementation as described above under Huo Ying (66.03) and Huo Zhu
(66.04).]
Si Hua Xia (77.11) 1Z!J 1~ t

[Translation: Si, four; Hua, flowers; Xia, lower, below]
Indications: Inflammation of the intestines, abdominal distention, chest distention,

superficial edema, swollen gums, [bruxism]
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure 2.5 cun below Si Hua
Fu ( 77.10). Reaction area of the lungs, kidneys, and the six bowels. (See Figure 26.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 5 fen to 1 cun in depth (using a fine, thin needle).
[Use this point with Fu Chang (77.12) below to treat enlargement of the heads of the
bone due to consumptive disease.]
Fu Chang (77.12) IJI{f ~

[Translation: Fu, bowel; Chang. intestine]
Indications: Same as Si Hua Xia (77.11).
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Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure 1.5 cun above Si Hua
Xia (77 .11) or 11 cun below the lateral inferior border of the patella. Reaction area of the
lungs, kidneys, heart, and the six bowels. (See Figure 26.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 5 fen to 1 cun in depth (using a fine, thin needle).
Note: This point is usually combined with Si Hua Xia for best effect.
Si Hua Li (77.13) 1l!11~~
[Translation: Si, four; Hua, flowers; U, inner, inside]
Indications: Intestinal and stomach disease, heart organ disease, heart palpitations,
cholera with spasm of the sinews (i.e., convulsions or tetany accompanying acute gas~
troenteritis), heart organ paralysis
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure 1.2 cun medial to Si
Hua Zhong (77.09). Reaction area of the heart and lungs. (See Figure 27.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 1.5~2 cun in depth.
Si Hua Wai (77 .14) 1l!1 1~ 1r

[Translation: Si, four; Hua, flowers; Wai, outside, external]
Indications: Acute intestinal inflammation, toothache, one~sided headache, facial palsy,

costal pleural inflammation
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure 1.5 cun laterally from
Si Hua Zhong (77.09). Reaction area of the lungs and the six bowels. (See Figure 27.)
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MAsTER TONG'S ACUPUNcnJRE
Method of manipulation: Needle 1, 1.5 C1Di

in depth. Use a three,edged needle to insert
and exit black blood in the treatment of
acute intestinal and stomach inflammations.
intercostal neuralgia, chest tightness and d~
tention, asthma, sciatica, shoulder and upper
arm pain, earache, acute rhinitis, and high
blood pressure.
[This point is especially effective for treating

77.15 diseases affecting only one side of the body.]
77.18
Shang Chun (77.15) J::. ,fi.
[Translation: Shang, upper, above; Chun, lip]
Indications: Lip pain, white mouth condi,

tion (i.e., thrush or oral candidiasis}

supine position, locate the lateral inferior
edge of the patella and the attachment of the
ligament patellae. Reaction area of the lip.
(See Figure 27.)
Method of manipulation: Use a three,edged

needle to prick the area below the kneecap
surrounding this point. lfblack blood is exit,
ed, the treatment will be effective.
Figure 27.
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Xia Chun (77.16) r ,fi.

[Translation: Xia, below, lower; Chun, lip]
Indications: Same as Shang Chun (77.15).
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure 1 cun below the later-
al inferior edge of the patella and ligament patellae. Reaction area of the lip. (See figure
27.)
Method of manipulation: Same as for Shang Chun (77.15).
[Combine with ShangChun (77.15) above.
Case histories: A mother brought a little child to my office. The child had not been able
to eat or drink for 2 days because of sores in her mouth. She just cried and cried. I quick-
ly bled Shang Chun and Xia Chun. Of course, the child cried from the bleeding procedure.
However, when I returned to the room, the child was standing up and asked me for a glass
of water. After she drank the glass of water, she said she was hungry. I got her some crack-
ers. In all she ate eight of these.
Because the names of these last two points translate as upper and lower lips and because
in Chinese the labia of the vagina are called the large and small lips, I got the idea that
maybe these two points might be able to treat herpes genitalia. When a doctor's wife
came in to see me with very inflamed labia due to severe herpes, I decided to try this idea.
I bled both points on both legs and black blood ran copiously out. That night, four hours
later, the woman called me to say that the pain, itching, and inflammation had ceased.
I tcld this woman to ask her husband to come in so I could treat him so that he would
not simply re infect her. He came in the next day. Of course, men do not have lips or labia,
but I decided to try these points anyway. In his case, ( could only squeeze out a few drops
of blood with difficulty. Nevertheless, after that he never had herpes again.
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MASTER TONG's ACUPUNCTURE
A tall, handsome student came to see me. He told me he had a very bad case of herpes
and asked me to do something. I tried the same treatment once again. Ir was a Friday
evening. He came back on Monday and said that Saturday and Sunday he had felt as if a
cool breeze were blowing around his bottom and that the itching and pain had disap~
peared. I treated him several more times and told him not to have any more cheap sex.
Later he got married and had two children.
When using these points, one needle should be above the kneecap and the other needle
below it, however, it is not easy to find blood vessels around the knees. If one can find a
blood vessel, needle it. When pricking to bleed, the point should be squeezed tightly
between the thumb and index finger of the left hand. If black blood runs out, then the
point has definitely been located correctly. If there is acute inflammation it is more like~
ly that there will be such black blood. If the herpes is latent or mild, it may be more dif~
ficult to let any significant amount of blood. Such clinical tips are the benefit of grey~
haired people.]
Tian Huang (77.17) ~ _t

[Translation: Tian, heaven; Huang, emperor]
Indications: Hyperacidity of the stomach, stomach disease with vomiting, [eating and
vomiting, including bulimia], kidney organ disease, diabetes mellitus, albuminuria, [cho~
lesterolemia]
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure 2.5 cun below the knee
joint just below the medial epicondyle of the tibia. Reaction area of the kidneys, heart,
and the six bowels. (See Figure 28.)
Note: Combine with Iian Huang Fu (77.18) to treat hyperacidity of the stomach and
vomiting.
Caution: Moxibustion is not appropriate, and needling is forbidden in pregnant women.

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POINTS ON THE LOWER E>..'TREMITIES
[The point is located at Yin Ling Quan (Sp 9). TUln Huang also treats high blood pressure,
dizziness, headache, shoulder pain, and poor sleep all due to heart disease.
Zu San Li (St 36) increases stomach acid.

This point decreases stomach acid. One must
be careful not to use the wrong point. Mostly
1 use this point to decrease stomach hyper-
acidity.
Case history: Once I saw Dr. Tong treat a

man with 95% blockage of his coronary
aneries. The man's face was purple-black. He
could not do anything. He kept fidgeting,
~randing up and sitting down, trying to pump
blood to his heart. Dr. Tong needled TUln
Huang. After a while, the patient was able to
l:-reathe deeply and I saw his facial calor turn
bright pink. That day, that was the only nee-
Jle Dr. Tong used on this man with such a
severe condition.]
Tian Huang Fu (77.18) (a.k.a. Shen

Guan) ~ _t ltJ , 'f=Jlt. fiJ]
[Translation: TUln, heaven; Huang, emperor;
Fu, quasi; Shen, kidneys; Guan, barrier]
Indications: Hyperacidity of the stomach,

\-omiting, anemia, astigmatism, psychologi-
cal disease, pain in the nasal bone, dizziness,
[hysteria, epilepsy]
Figure 28.
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Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure 1.5 cun below Tian
Huang (77.17). Reaction area of the six bowels. (See Figure 28.)
Note: For the treatment of hyperacidity of the stomach and other stomach diseases, use
in combination with Tum Huang (77.17).
[Shen Guan is a major kidney supplementing point. This point also treats coccygeal pain,
upper back pain, headache, low back and flank fatigue all due to kidney vacuity. In addi,
tion, it treats numbness and pain of the two hands, shoulder and elbow pain, and inabil,
ity to raise the arms upwards. After treatment, mobility of the fingers, shoulder, and elbow
will be immediately restored.
For 50 year,old shoulder due to kidney vacuity, use a 3 cun needle at Shen Guan. Needle
deeply on the opposite side. With the needle in place, have the patient mobilize the
affected arm and shoulder as much as possible, raising the shoulder as high as possible.
Another alternative is to deeply needle Si Hua Zlwng (77.09) or Tiao Kou (St 38) on the
opposite side through to Cheng Shan (Bl 57) and mobilize the affected arm and shoulder
the same way.
For hyperacidity of the stomach, I usually use both Tum Huang ( 77.17) and Shen Guan or
Tuzn Huang Fu (77.18) together.]
Di Huang (77.19) Jd!, i:

[Translation: Di, earth; Huang, emperor]
Indications: Kidney organ inflammation, edematous swelling of the four limbs, diabetes
mellitus, strangury diseases [such as gonorrhea], impotence, incontinence, spermatorrhea,
premature ejaculation, albuminuria, hematuria, uterine tumors, menstrual irregularity,
and low back pain due to kidney vacuity
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PoiNTSON THE LOWER EXTREMITIES
Locating the point: With-the patient in supine position, measure 7 cun above the medi~
al malleolus on the medial posterior border of the tibia. Reaction area of the kidneys. (See
Figure 28.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 1~1.5 cun in depth. [Needle at a 45 degree angle.]
Caution: Needling in pregnant women is forbidden. [One should try to avoid leg and
lower abdominal points during pregnancy in general.
Di Huang is located at Lou Gu (Sp 7). Together with Tllln Huang (77.17) and Ren Huang
( 77.21 ), these three points are named the Lower Three Emperors. In this case, one would
normally expect the names Di Huang or Earth Emperor and Ren Huang, Human Emperor,
to be reversed in order.]
Si Zhi (77.20) ~ JJt

[Translation: Si, four; Zhi, limb, branch]
Indications: Pain in the four limbs, neck pain, diabetes mellitus
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure 3 cun below Di Huang
( 77.19) along the medial posterior border of the tibia. Reaction area of the heart, kidneys,
and four limbs. (See Figure 28.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 5 fen to 1.2 cun in depth.
Note: Needling in pregnant women is forbidden.
[I do not use this point much. For neck pain, I prefer to do gua sha. This neck pain is on
the side of the neck. If it is on the back of the neck, then I use Zheng ]in ( 77.0 1).]
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Ren Huang (77.21) .A. X

[Translation: Ren, human; Huang, emperor]
Indications: Strangury, impotence, involuntary semin::~l emi~sion, spermatorrhea, noc-

turnal emissions, pain of the vertebra of the upper and lower back, dizziness [due to kid-
ney vacuity], numbness of the hands, diabetes mellitus, albuminuria, hematuria, inflam-
mation of the kidney organ, low back pain due to kidney vacuity
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure 4 cun below Di Huang
(77.19) on the medial posterior border of the tibia. Reaction area of the kidneys. (See
Figure 28.)
Caution: Needling in pregnant women is forbidden.
[This point is located at San Yin]iao (Sp 6). Its range of application includes kidney vacu·
ity diseases, urinary system diseases, and gynecological diseases. As a group, the Three
Emperors also treat the nervous system. Often I use Shen Guan (77.18) and Ren Huang;
this is called the Two Emperors. This combination can treat Parkinson's disease. This is
a brain disease, and the kidneys rule the brain. This treatment will at least allevi:ne the
tremor for 4-5 hours.
Sometimes after needling this point, the patient will experience orthostatic hypotension
when they stand up. If this happens, immediately supplement Zu San Li (St 36) and this
will be relieved.]
Ce San Li (77 .22) 1.R~ E... JL

[Translation: Ce, beside; San, three; Li, "miles"]
Indications: Toothache, facial paralysis
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Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure 1.5 cun to the lateral
side of Si Hua Shang (77 .08). Reaction area of the teeth and lungs. (St:t: Figure 29.)
["Beside (Zu) San Li" means this point is

located on the gallbladder channel. This fact
he\~s d\sc.t\m\nate. this ~oint's use..\
Ce Xia San Li (77.23) 1J.~ rE....£

[Translation: Ce, beside; Xia, below; San,
three; Li, "miles'']
Indications: Same as Ce San Li (77.22).

supine position, measure 2 cun below Ce San
li (77.22). Reaction area of the teeth and
lungs. (See Figure 29.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 5 fen to 1

cun in depth.
Note: Use Ce San Li (77.22) and Ce Xia San

Li (77.23) together to treat body pain on the
opposite side of the body. Treat the right
using thf' left point and treat the left using
the right point.
[I use this point for a wider range of indications than the book suggests. I use it for so
many one,sided complaints. However, it must be needled contralaterally. While the nee,
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dle is in place, the patient should mobilize the affected area or the practitioner should
either passively mobilize or massage the affected area.]
Zu Qian }in (77.24) Jt. T ~
[Translation: Zu, foot; Qian, thousand; ]in,

gold]
Indications: Acute intestinal inflammation,

hyperthyroidism, pain of the shoulder reaching
to the upper back, parotitis, acute enteritis,
thyroiditis, boils in the throat, [pharyngitis]

supine position, measure 5 fen lateral and 2
7727 cun distal or inferior to Ce Xia San Li (77.23 ).
Re:Ktion area of the lungs, kidneys, and thy-
roid. (See Figure 30.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 5 fen to l

cun in depth.
Zu Wu }in (77.25) Jt. .A,~

Figure 30. [Translation: Zu, foot; Wu, five; ]in, gold]
Indication: Same as Zu Qian]in (77.24).
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure 2 cun below Zu Qian
]in (77 .24 ). Reaction area of the lungs, kidneys, and thyroid. (See Figure 30.)
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Method of manipulation: 1\eedle 5 fen to 1 cun in depth.
Note: Use together with Zu Qian ]in (77 .24) and needle bilaterally for the treatment of
thyroiditis. [Other than acute throat diseases, use only one side.]
In addition, these two points treat acute intestinal inflammation, shoulder and upper
back pain, and inability to lift the shoulder and arm over the head. Also both points treat
fish bone stuck in the throat. For fish bone stuck in the throat, one may also drink vine~
gar to soften and dissolve the bone.]
Qi Hu (77.26) -4: J!
[Translation: Qi, seven; Hu, tigers]
Indications: Shoulder bone pain, clavicular pain, breast bone pain with swelling and dis~
rention, costal pleural inflammation
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, establish a line 1.5 cun posteri~
or to the lateral malleolus. Then measure 2 cun along this line above the tip of the malle~
olus to find the first point. The remaining two points are located 2 and 4 cun further supe~
rior. This is a three point unit. Reaction area of the chest and gastrocnemius muscle. (See
Figure 30.)
[I use this point often for clavicular pain. There seems to be a lot of this type of pain in
America. J do not know why. Jn some cases, the pain is so severe that the patient cannot
stand the slightest touch from even the clothes or bedsheets. If the case is long~sranding,
it may take perseverance, and recovery may be slow. Bur one should not give up.]
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Wai San (Juan (77.27) ~~ ~ lU]

[Translation: Wai, outer; San, three; Guan, barrier, gate]
Indications: Parotitis, tumor [any kind], cancer [any kind], pharyngitis, tonsillitis, shout,
der and upper arm pain, various tumors, [acne, shoulder immobility, inability to lift the
arm over the head]
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, establish a line running from the
head of the fibula to the tip of the lateral malleolus. These points are then located 1/4,
1/2, and 3/4 of the way along this line. This is a three point unit. Reaction area of the
Method of manipulation: Needle 1,1.5 cun in d~pth.
[These points can reduce symptoms but may not effect a radical cure.]
(Juang Ming (77.28) ~ a/)

rTranslation: Guang, light; Ming, bright]
Indications: Astigmatism, cataracts
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure 1.5 cun posterior and 2
cun superior from the medial malleolus. Reaction area of the kidneys. (See Figure 28
above.)
[This point is the same as Fu Liu (Ki 7). It treats similar eye problems as Shen Guan
(77.18) with which it is often used. Such eye problems, including so,called floaters, have
to do with both the liver and the kidneys. Eye diseases can be difficult to treat, especial,
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ly if due to diabetes. Sometimes I prefer to use Feng Chi (GB 20) which helps nourish the
optic nerves.]
Points on the Thigh
Tong (Juan (88.01) ii rH)

[Translation: Tong, passing through, access; Guan, barrier, gate]
Indications: Heart organ disease, pericardium (heart mouth or opening) pain, pain on
both sides of the heart, cardiac rheumatism, dizziness, flowery vision, heart palpitations,
stomach pain [due to fire not generating earth], pain of the four limbs, cerebral anemia
above the center of the superior edge of the patella on the median line of the anterior sur~
face of the thigh. Reaction area of the heart. (See Figure 31.)
Tong Shan (88.02) i! J.r

[Translation: Tong, passing through; Shan, mountain]
Indications: Same as Tong Guan (88.01).
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure 7 cun longitudinally
above the center of the superior edge of the patella on the median line of the anterior sur~
face of the thigh. Reaction area of the heart. (See Figure 31.)
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[This point alone can treat knee pain.]
U.OI Tong Tian (88.03) ji_ ;k

[Translation: Tong, passing through; Tian,
88.85 heaven]
18.83
Indications: Same as Tang Guan (88.01) above.

supine position, measure 9 cun longitudinally
88.12 -+---- above the center of the superior edge of the
patella on the median line on the anterior
surface of the thigh. Reaction area of the
heart. (See Figure 31.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 5 fen to 1

cun in depth.
No~: All three of these points, Tang Guan

(88.01), Tong Shan (88.02), and Tong T~an
(88.03 ), treat high blood pressure, the heart, and
circulatory diseases. But one should not use all
six of these points at the same time. Choose only
1 or 2 of them each time. [Especially for high
blood pressure use only one needle, not two.
Fu Tu (St 32) is on the same line as these

\ Figure 31.
points, midway between Tong Guan (88.01)
and Tong Shan (88.02). It has similar func~
tions. These points also treat swelling of the
lower legs.
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POINTS ON THE LoWER ExTREMITIES
Case history: A 78 year~old man was very, very weak. He had poor circulation so his doe~
tor prescribed water pills. These injure the kidneys. His legs swelled more and more.
When he came for treatment, his legs were swollen up onto his thighs only a few inches
below his hips. In Chinese medicine, we believe that if water swelling rises above the
knees, it is difficult to cure. If it rises to the heart, water puts out fire and the patient dies.
I prescribed Bu Yang Huan Wu Tang (Supplement Yang, Return the Five [Tenths]
Decoction). But the wife was suspicious about the herbs and would not cook them. So
every day we boiled the herbs for the man and delivered the medicine to his house.
Eventually, the water receded below his knees. For some reason, however, the man
stopped taking the herbs and the swelling came back again. Again, we boiled herbs for
him every day until the swelling went down again. Then, I needled these three points
alternately. Even today this man is still alive.]
Jie Mei Yi (88.04) -jft. ~ -
[Translation: ]ie Mei, sister; Yi, one)
Indications: Uterine tumor, uterine inflammation, irregular menstruation (i.e., early,

late, excessive, or scant), irregularity of the menstrual period, vaginal itch, intestinal
pain, gastric hemorrhage
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure 1 cun inferior and 1 cun
medial from Tong Tzan (88.03 ). Reaction area of the kidneys and the six bowels. (See
Figure 31.)
lie Mei Er(88.05) ~ ~;:::...
[Translation: ]ie Mei, sister; Er, two]
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Indications: Same as lie Mei Yi (88.04 ).
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure 2.5 cun above lie Mei
Yi (88.04 ). Reaction area of the kidneys and the six bowels. (See Figure 31.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 1.5~2.5 cun in depth.
Jie Mei San (88.06) '*D."**--=..

[Translation: lie Mei, sister; San, three]
Indications: Same as lie Mei Yi (88.04) above.
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure 2.5 cun above lie Mei
Er (88.05). Reaction area of the kidneys and the six bowels. (See Figure 31.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 1.5~2.5 cun in depth.
Note: These three lie Mei points are usually needled altogether on both legs simultane~
ously. [They are called the Three Sisters.
Case history: Once, after treating a woman with these three points, she said that she felt
indescribably happy. She said there was no other way to express it.
Nowadays I use Huan Chao ( 11.06) and Fu Ke ( 11.14) more often. The Three Sisters tend
to go black and blue and are sometimes difficult to locate. The points on the hand are
easier to use.]
Gan Mao Yi (88.07) ~ if -

[Translation: Gan Mao, common cold; Yi, one]
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POINTS ON THE LOWER ExTREMITIES
Indications: Common cold or flu, high fever,

severe chills, headache due to common cold
or flu

supine position, measure horizontally 1 run
medial to the side of ]ie Mei Er (88.05) or
12.5 cun superior and 1 cun medial to the
center of the upper edge of the patella.
Reaction area of the lungs and the six bowels.
(See Figure 32.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 8 fen to 1.5

cun in depth.
Gan Mao Er (88.08) ~ i ;::_

[Translation: Gan Mao, common cold; Er,
two]
Indications: Same as Gan Mao Yi (88.07).

supine position, measure horizontally 1 cun
towards the medial side of ]ie Mei San (88.06)
or 15 cun superior and 1 cun medial to the
center of the upper edge of the patella.
Reaction area of the lungs and the six bowels.
(See Figure 32.)

cun in depth.
Note: One can needle both Gun Mao Yi (88.07) and Gan Mao Er (88.08) by needling
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MASTER TONG'S ACUPUNC..IURE
transversely through the center of the thigh. [I do not use these points often because they
bruise so easily.]
Tong Shen (88.09) ii 'Jt

[Translation: Tong, passing through; Shen, kidneys]
Indications: Impotence, premature ejaculation, strangury, kidney organ inflammation,

diabetes mellitus, kidney vacuity leading to dizziness and low back pain, kidney dysfunc,
tion, rheumatism, uterine pain, women's red and white vaginal discharge
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, find the superior medial angle
of the patella. Reaction area of the kidneys. {See Figure 32.)
[The most important indication for this point is not given in the book. It is cold feet in
men. This occurs mostly in men who are tall and thin. They suffer from insomnia and
they speak without force. Generally they feel miserable. In Chinese there is a saying, "a
man should not have cold feet." These cold feet are due to kidney, bladder, and urogeni,
tal weakness. Instead of heart heat descending as it should to warm the lower body, it
counterflows upward causing insomnia and restlessness. Instead of kidney water ascend,
ing to the head to cool the head and brain and thus making the mind calm and bright, it
sinks downward to chill the feet. This means that yin and yang separate and do not inter,
promote. In a woman, this same scenario causes facial edema. Therefore, it is also said, a
man should not wear shoes and a woman should not wear a hat. Wearing shoes refers to
cold feet and wearing a hat refers to facial edema.]
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Tong Wei (88.10) 34 ~

[Translation: Tong, passing through; Wei, stomach]
Indications: Same as Tong Shen (88.09).
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure 2 cun above the supe·
rior medial edge of the patella. Reaction area of the kidneys. (See Figure 32.)
[This point is located in the vicinity of Xue Hai (Sp 10). One can use Tong Shen (88.09)
and Tong Wei together to treat cold feet.]
Tong Bei (88.11) ii. if

[Translation: Tong, passing through; Bei, upper back]
Indications: Same as Tong Shen (88.09) above.
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure 4 cun above Tong Shen
(88.09). Reaction area of the kidneys. (See Figure 32) above.
Note: Simultaneous insertion of the three points Tong Shen (88.09), Tong Wei (88.10),
and Tong Bei (88.11) bilaterally is forbidden. Only one or two of these points should be
selected and treated bilaterally for a total of four insertions in one treatment.
[Tong Shen (88.09), Tong Wei (88.10), and Tong Bei (88.11) are located on a line along
the medial border of the rectis femoris. Tong Shen (88.09) treats dryness of the mouth and
throat pain due to kidney yin vacuity. Tong Wei (88.10) treats stomach diseases. These
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three points together treat kidney inflammation, swelling of the whole body, swelling of
the limbs, swelling and redness of the dorsum of the feet, and top of the shoulder pain.
One can use any two of these points together during a single treatment, but not all three
at once. Only use six needles going down together to treat redness and swelling of the
dorsum of the feet which is due to repletion of heat.
If a woman has a tendency to miscarriage, called "slippery fetus" in Chinese medicine,

one should treat these three points every day for two weeks. After that, the woman will
not have any further problem with miscarriage.]
Ming Huat1g (88.12) ~ 1(

[Translation: Ming, bright; Huang, yellow]
Indications: Cirrhosis of the liver, hepatitis, bone enlargement, spinal meningitis, inad-
equacy of liver function leading to exhaustion and taxation, low back soreness, vertigo,
eye pain, liver pain, indigestion, leukemia
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, find the midpoint of the mid-
line of the medial aspect of the rhigh. Reaction area of the liver, kidneys, and heart. The
surface layer is the kidney reaction area; the second layer is the liver reaction area; the
deepest layer is the heart reaction area. (See Figure 33.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 1.5-2.5 cun in depth.
Tian Huang (88.13) ~ -jf

[Translation: Tzan, heaven; Huang, yellow]
Indications: Same as Ming Huang (88.12).
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POINTS ON TilE LOWER EXTREMITIES
above Ming Huang (88.12). Reaction areas also the same as above. (See Figure 33.)
88.13
Method of manipulation: Needle 1.5,2.5 cun
in depth.
88.12
Qi Huang (88.14) ~ "t

[Translation: Qi, this; Huang, yellow] 88.14
88.16
Indications: Same as Ming Huang (88.12)
above.

supine position, measure 3 cun below Ming
Huang (88.12). Reaction area of the gallblad,
der, heart, and liver. (See Figure 33.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 1.5,2 cun

in depth. I
Note: Tum Huang (88.13), Ming Huang

(88.12), and Qi Huang (88.14) are three
\.
main points to needle for the treatment of
hepatitis, cirrhosis of the liver, enlargement
\ \
of the bones, various conditions due to inad,
equacy of liver function, cirrhosis of the
spleen, and tongue sores.
[The so,called Three Yellows are located on

the liver channel. They are a major group for
the treatment of liver diseases.
Figure 33.
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MASTER TONG's AcuruNcruRE
They should be used bilaterally, all six needles at the same time. Combine with Gan Men
(33.10) and Chong Men (33.11) to treat acute hepatitis.
I use these points quite often. It does not matter if the hepatitis was 20 years ago or
recently. These points will make the patient feel stronger and stronger. If the patient feels
dizzy, the needles should be left in place for 1~2 hours until the dizziness goes away. For
Meniere's disease, one may leave the needles for 2~3 hours. Then after removing these
needles, one should needle Feng Fu (GV 16).
Case history: Once, an acupuncturist came tu vi~il me from llawaii. He had been over~
working and not getting enough sleep. He thus developed Meniere's disease. He would
experience dizzy spells which would put him in bed for weeks. He was carried into my
office and he lay down immediately on my floor. I needled the Three Yellows and left
these in place for 2 hours. After that, I removed the needles and he got up. He felt no
dizziness and wanted to eat. In this case, he learned two lessons. One, not to overwork
and two, how to treat Meniere's disease.
This point also treats the ill effects of too many antibiotics or Western medicines.]
Huo Zhi (88.15) :k. ~

[Translation: Huo, fire; Zhi, branch]
Indications: Yellow gallbladder disease (i.e., jaundice), dizziness due to jaundice, flowery
vision with upper back pain, gallbladder inflammation
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure 1.5 cun above Qi Huang
(88.14). Reaction area of the liver, gallbladder, and heart. (See Figure 33.)
Note: Ming Huang (88.12), Huo Zhi (88.15), and Qi Huang (88.14) needled together as
a group of three points treat jaundice with gallbladder inflammation.
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Huo Quan (88.16) :}( ~
[Translation: Huo, fire; Quan, all, whole, complete]
Indications: Same as Huo Zhi (88.15).
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure 1.5 cun below Qi Huang
(88.14) or 4.5 cun below the midpoint ofthe midline on the medial aspect of the thigh.
Reaction area of the liver, gallbladder, heart, and spine. (See Figure 33.)
Note: Huo Quan (88.16) used together with Qi Huang (88.14) and Huo Zhi (88.15) also
treats jaundice and gallbladder inflammation and stops pain from gallstones. Huo Quan
(88.16) itself treats upper back vertebral plus foot and heel pain. [This point used alone
is quite effective for the treatment of heel pain.
Other treatments for heel pain include needling Da Ling (Per 7) and a special point for
the heel 1 cun distal to Da Ling on the palm of the hand. Needle the opposite side. If this
does not work, then needle Tai Xi (Ki 3) through to Kun Lun (Bl60) on the opposite side.
Yet another treatment for heel pain is to needle directly under the calcaneous in the cen~
ter of the back of the heel. Insert the needle first perpendicularly. Then, withdraw and
change the angle of insertion obliquely first to one side and then the other. Finally insert
the needle perpendicularly again. This technique is applied on the affected side but
requires good needle technique. Otherwise it may be quite painful for the patient.]
Si Ma Zhong (88.17) ~ .~ 'f

[Translation: Si, four; Ma, horses; Zhong, middle]
Indications: Flank pain, upper back pain, sciatica and low back pain due to inadequacy
MASTER ToNG's AcuPUNCTURE
of lung function, weakness of the lungs, lung disease, chest and 11pper back pain due to
injury, costal pleural inflammaton, nasal inflammation, deafness, tinnitus, ear inflamma-
tion, facial nerve paralysis, eyes red, asthma, hemiplegia, ox-skin tinea, skin disease, [pso-
riasis]

position, measure 6 cun above the superior bor-
der of the patella and 2 cun lateral towards the
side of the thigh. Reaction area of the liver and
81.11 ':tt.l.
88.17~
cun in depth.
88.19-
Si Ma Shang (88.18) ~ .~ J:. 88.24

[Translation: Si, four; Ma, horses; Shang, upper, 88.23
above]
Indications: Same as Si Ma Zhong (88.17).

position, measure 2 cun longitudinally above Si
Ma Zhong (88.17). Reaction area of the liver and
lungs. (See Figure 34.) Figure 34.

cun in depth.
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si Ma Xia (88.19) ~ -~ r
[Translation: Si, four; Ma, horses; Xia, below)
Indications: Same as Si Ma Zhong (88.17) above.
below Si Ma Zhong (88.17). Reaction area of the liver and lungs. (See Figure 34.)
Note: Use Si Ma Zhong (88.17), Si Ma Shang (88.18), and Si Ma Xia (88.19) on one side
only for flank pain, upper back pain, and sciatica. Needle these points bilaterally at the
same time for the treatment of the remaining conditions.
[These three points together are called the Four Horses although there are only three
points, the name refers to the speed of a horse,drawn chariot. They are used because of
their speed of efficacy. In particular, I like to use these points for the treatment of post,
partum invasion of external cold causing joint pain. These points are also especially good
for breast pain and lower leg trauma.
For rib pain, upper back pain, and sciatica, needle on one side only, three needles.
Otherwise, for the rest of the indications, such as sinus problems, adolescent acne, and
thyroid problems, these points are needled bilaterally, six needles altogether. Since these
points are on the stomach channel, they treat a wide range of diseases, especially those
having to do with the heart.
The treatment of psoriasis requires great patience. It is classified as a toxic disease in

Chinese medicine.
Case histories: A young man caught cold and a relative gave him some Western medi,
cine. After that, he developed psoriasis from head to toe. His whole back was covered
with rough, dry skin. After treatment, he had fewer spots, but it is difficult to complete,
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ly eradicate the problem. Each treatment, besides the above points, I bleed the tip of the
ear. Always the blood is dark. This helps to resolve toxins.
Another man suffered from 10 years of psoriasis. It also covt>red his whole body. It even
kept him from getting a job. After he sat for some time in one place, the floor would be
covered with flakes of dry skin in a circle around him. This man had gotten the psoriasis
after he had volunteered to take a Western drug as a way to make extra money as a stu,
dent. He took the medicine for six months and subsequently developed the psoriasis. In
this case, acupuncture alone was not sufficient. I also gave him Chinese herbs. Whenever
this man eats Mexican food, his psoriasis flares up. Because his wife is Mexican, it is hard
for him to completely avoid Mexican food. The above treatment, including bleeding the
tip of the ear helps keep his psoriasis under control but cannot completely eliminate it.
Even if one can completely eliminate the signs and symptoms of psoriasis, because this
disease involves du or toxins, this condition can develop into cancer 10, 20, or even 50
years later. This is a very serious and stubborn condition.)
Xia Quan (88.20) r ,.1t

[Translation: Xia, lower, below; Quan, fountain, spring]
Indications: Facial paralysis, facial nerve twitch, wry mouth, strabismus
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure 2.5 cun longitudinally
above the knee along the midline of the lateral aspect of the thigh. Rt>;~ction area of the
lungs and face. (Sec Figure 35.)
Zhong Quan (88.21) tF At

[Translation: Zhong, middle; Quan, spring, fountain]
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POINTS ON TilE LOWER EXTREMITIES
Indications: Same as Xia Quan (88.20).
above Xia Quan (88.20). Reaction area of the lungs and face. (See Figure 35.)
Shang Quan (88.22) .J:. At

[Translation: Shang, upper, above; Quan, spring, fountain]
Indications: Same as Xia Quan (88.20) above.
above Zhong Quan (88.21). Reaction area of the lungs and face. (See Figure 35.)
~ote: Use ShangQuan (88.22), ZhongQuan (88.21), and Xia Quan (88.20) together, one
side only. To treat the right, use the left points. To treat the left, use the right points.
[These points treat facial paralysis and numbness, not pain or neuralgia. Mostly women
g-et this problem due to nervousness.
Case history: A woman came for treatment of facial numbness and paralysis of one side
of her face. She was married and had a son. Because of the educational opportunities here
in America, she and her husband had decided to send their son to school in the United
States. However, her husband had to stay in Hong Kong to take care of their family busi~
ness. Therefore, this woman divided her time between Hong Kong and the United States.
When she was in America with her son, she worried terribly about her husband in Hong
Kong. When she was in Hong Kong with her husband, she worried terribly about her son
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in the United States. I treated this woman for two years off and on. Because she could
never stop worrying about her husband or her son, she could only get partial relief from
this treatment.]
]in Qian Xia (88.23) 1t nt r

[Translation: ]in, gold; Qia.n, front; Xia, below, lower]
Indications: External protruberance of the chest bone, weakness of the lungs, allergic
skin sensitivity, headache, liver weakness, epilepsy
superior from the outer upper edge of the patella. Reaction area of the lungs and liver.
(See Figure 34 above.)
]in Qian Shang (88.24) 1t "»t J:..

[Translation: ]in, gold; Qian, front; Shang, upper, above]
Indications: Same as]in Qian Xia (88.23).
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure 1.5 cun above ]in Qian
Xia (88.23 ). Reaction area of the lungs and liver. (See Figure 34 above.)
Note: Needle ]in Qian Shang (88.24) and ]in Qian Xia (88.23) together bilaterally.
[This point is located at Xi Yang Guan GB 33 ).]
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POINTS ON THE LOWER ExTREMITIES
Zhong Jiu Li (88.25) 'f ~ £.

[Translation: Zhong, central, middle; ]iu, nine; Li, "miles"]
Indications: Upper back pain, lower back pain, lower and upper back vertebral pain,
hemiplegia, nerve paralysis, neck pain, dizziness, distended eyes, numb hands, upper arm
numbness, upper leg pain, lack of strength of the nerves
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, find the midpoint of the mid-
line on the lateral aspect of the thigh. Reaction area of the lungs and the four limbs. (See
Figure 35.)
[Zhong]iu U is located at the same position as Feng Shi (GB 31). It expels wind and is used
to stop pain and tranquilize in such cases as ear nerve pain, mouth and eye muscles awry,
sluw yang pain, one-sided head pain, trigeminal neuralgia, etc. For one-sided gallbladder
diseases, this is the major point of choice. Combine with Zhong Du (GB 32) to augment
effect.
If a person has a traumatic injury, such as from falling from a ladder, treatment for the
physical pain may alleviate this. But, in this case, the gallbladder inside is trembling. For
this, one may use Zhong ]iu Li or Yang Ling Quan (GB 34 ). If one does not relieve this fear
from the gallbladder, even though the physical trauma has healed, they will have night-
mares and other such psychological disturbances.]
Shang Jiu Li (88.26) J:. ~ £.

[Translation: Shang, upper; ]iu, nine; Li, "miles"]
Indications: Heart nerve upper arm pain, eye pain, kidney qi insufficiency, abdominal
distention
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supine position, measure l. 5 cun horizontally
anterior to Zhong ]iu Li (88.25). Reaction
. .25v 88.21
area of the heart and kidneys. (See Figure
35.)
I
cun in depth.
Xia Jiu Li (88.27) -"f fL Jt

[Translation: Xia, below, lower; ]iu, nine; Li,
"miles"]
Indications: Upper back pain, upper leg pain

supine position, measure 1.5 cun horizontally
posterior to Zhong ]iu Li (88.25). Reaction
area of the upper back and upper legs. (See
Figure 35. Figure 35.)

cun in depth.
[Case history: A woman in her 70s came in

with leg and hip pain which was so severe
she was in tears. She could not say exactly where the pain was since it seemed to move
around. I treated Zhong]iu Li, Shang]iu Li, and Xia]iu Li, all three points together on the
opposite side while the woman mobilized the affected leg. After the first treatment, the
woman stopped crying and smiled. After three treatments the pain was eliminated entire-
ly. This kind of movable pain is caused by gallbladder wind. If the patient suffers from this
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condition and if one palpates the opposite Feng Shi (GB 31 ), the patient will jump with
pain. I call these three points the Three Nine Miles.]
lie (88.28) J4t

[Translation: ]ie, release, resolve, untie]
Indications: Pain and aching from injections of Western medicine, vascular system dis#
ease, pain and fatigue from acupuncture stimulation, pain, sprain, contusion and injury,
mt:ntal overstimularion leading to aching and pain
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure I cun proximal and 3
fen lateral from the lateral superior edge of the patella. Reaction area of the heart and
blood vessels. (See Figure 36.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 3-5 fen in Jepth.
Note: Use short duration insertion for pain release, approximately 8 minutes.
[This point can be used if one mistakenly pierces a blood vessel during acupuncture and
there is pain and swelling. Also one may use this point for the treatment of traumatic
injury where the patient is all upset and cannot calm down. It will help stop Lht: pain and
calm the spirit .
•A.nother treatment for fear, shaking, pallor, cold sweats, and even apnea due to acupuncture
is to needle Shoo Fu (Ht 8). One should also raise up the patient's legs, put a cold towel on
the patient's forehead, and stay calm. The practitioner should not become excited. One can
also moxa Zu 51an U (St 36). This will raise up the blood to the head. If the needle shock is
very severe, one can press the root of the tongue with a spoon in order to induce vomiting.
This causes the stomach qi to raise upward which then raises the qi back to the heart.
I do not use this release point in emergency so often, since points on the hands are more
easily needled.]
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Nei Tong (Juan (88.29) R ii fBJ

[Translation: Nei, inside, inner; Tong, passing through; Guan, barrier, gate]
Indications: Hemiplegia, lack of strength in the four limbs, paralysis of the four limbs,
heart organ decline and weakness, loss of
speech due to windstroke
[Lack of strength in the arms and legs is due

to heart weakness. This may be, in turn, due
88.31 to excessive cold or overdosing with heart
disease medicine.]
0.30 -+---- Locating the point: With the patient in

supine position, measure 5 fen horizontally to
the medial side of Tong Guan (88.01) which
is located 5 cun superior to the middle of the
upper edge of the patella. Reaction area of
the heart. (See Figure 36.)

depth.
Nei Tong Shan (88.30) R J! ~

[Translation: Nei, inner; Tong, passing
through; Shan, mountain]
\ Figure36.
Indications: Same as Nei Tong Guan (88.29).

supine position, measure .5 fen horizontally to the medial side of Tong Shan (88.02) which
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is located 7 cun above the midpoint of the upper edge of the patella. Reaction area of the
heart. (See Figure 36.)
Nei Tong Tian (88.31) r*J i.l*-

[Translation: Nei, inner; Tong,p:r~ssing through; Tutn, heaven]
Indications: Same as Nei Tong Guan (88.29) above.
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, measure 5 fen horizontally to the
nu:dial side of Nei Tong Tutn (88.03 ), which is located 9 cun above the midpoint of the
superior border of the patella. Reaction area of the heart. (See Figure 36.)
Caution: Simultaneous bilateral insertion at Nei Tong Guan (88.29), Nei Tong Shan
(88.30), and Nei Tong Tum (88.31) is not permitted.
[Use only four of the above six needles at one time. Too many needles will negaLively
affect the heart. If the patient is strong with a robust constitution, one may be able to use
all six needles, but it is better not to run a risk unnecessarily.]
Shi Yin (88.32) ~ -\T

[Translation: Shi, loss, lose; Yin, voice]
Indications: Laryngitis, loss of voice, inflammation of the throat
Locating the point: With the patient in supine position, the first point is found in the
center of the medial aspect of the knee joint. The second point is 2 cun below the first.
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This is a two point unit. Reaction area of the kidneys and throat. (See Figure 33 above.)
[Some of Dr. Tong's students say that there are three points here, not two. I have not
found these points effective for loss of voice.]
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Points on the Head
Points on the Ear
[I do not use the points in this chapter often. Because these points are somewhat difficult
to locate exactly, I prefer to use body points instead.]
Er Huan (99.01) .Jf. J.J,

[Translation: Er, ear; Huan, ring)
Indications: Relieves (intoxication from) alcohol, vomiting
Locating the point: In the center of the lobule of the ear. Reaction area of the six bow,
els. (See Figure 37.)
Method of manipulation: Use a thin, fine needle and needle towards the face 1, 1.5 fen
in depth (interdermal needle).
[This point is located at the eye point of the ear according to modem auricular acupunc,
ture. When used for the treatment of drunkenness, combine with Su Liao (GV 25) for
best effect.)
Mu Er (99.02) ~ .Jf.
[Translation: Mu, wood; Er, ear]
MASTER TONG'S ACUPUNCILJRE
Indications: Liver disease, cirrhosis of the liver, enlargement of the liver, liver decline
and weakness leading to exhaustion and taxation, chronic strangury or lin bing
Locating the point: Longitudinally 3 fen below the middle transverse branch of the dor-
sal auricular artery on the dorsal aspect of the ear. Reaction area of the liver. (See Figure
38 below.)
Method of manipulation: Using a thin, fine needle, insert 1-2 fen.
Huo Er (99.03) :}( .1f.

[Translation: Huo, fire; Er, ear]
Indications: Heart organ decline and weakness

with knee pain, pain of the four limbs
Locating the point: At the midpoint of the

outer edge of the antihelix. Reaction :ue::t of the
heart. [This point is located at the knee point in
modem auricular therapy.] (See Figure 37.)
Method of manipulation: Using a thin, fine

needle, insert 1-2 fen.
Tu Er (99.04) ± .1f.
Figure '1/. [Translation: Tu, earth; Er, ear]
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POINTS ON THE HEAD
Indications: Decline and weakness of the nerves, excess of red blood cells (i.e., polycy,
themia), high fever, diabetes mellitus
Locating the point: Located in the concha of the ear. Reaction area of the spleen. [This
point is located at the spleen point in modem auricular therapy.] (See Figure 37.)
Method of manipulation: Using a thin, fine needle, insert 1,2 fen.
]in Er (99.05) ~-lf
[Translation: ]in, metal, gold; Er, ear]
Indications: Lung decline and weakness leading

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to sciatica, abnormal curve of the vertebrae of \
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11.07.
the lower and upper back, allergic common cold
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(i.e., allergic rhinitis) 11.08
11.02•
Locating the point: At the superior outer edge
of the eminentia conchae. Reaction area of the
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lungs. [This point is located at the ear point in
modem auricular therapy.] (See Figure 38
below.)
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Method of manipulation: Using a thin, fine

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needle, insert 1,2 fen. .'
Shui Er (99.06) ?j<. -lf Figure 38:
[Translation: Shui, water; Er, ear]
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Indications: Kidney vacuity, bilateral low back pain, abdominal tightness and distention
Locating the point: At the inferior outer edge of the antihelix of the ear. Reaction area
of the kidneys. (See Figure 37.)
Method of manipulation: Using a thin, fine needle, insert 1~2 fen.
Er Bei (99.07) _lf. 1=f

[Translation; Er, ear; Bei, upper back]
Indications: Pharyngitis, inflammation of the throat, throat tumor
Locating the point: Measure longitudinally 3 fen superior to Shui Er (99.06) on the upper
posterior area of the ear. Reaction area of the throat. (See Figure 38.)
Method of manipulation: Using a three~edged needle, prick to exit blood.
Er San (99.08) .lf- E..

[Translation: Er, ear; San, three]
Indications: Cholera, one~sided headaches, common cold
Locating the point: These three points are located on the outer edge of the helix of the
ear. The upper point is the apex of the helix. The middle point is at the middle of the
outer edge of the helix. And the lower point is at the inferior edge of the helix. Reaction
area of the lungs and kidneys. (See Figure 38.)
Method of manipulation: Using a three-edged needle, prick to exit blood. Each time, use
two points.
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POINTS ON THE HEAD
[Another emergency treatment for dehydration due to cholera is to bleed Wei Zhong (Bl
40), Zhong Zhu (TH 3), and extra point Tai Yang (M-HN-9).]
Points on the Head
Zheng Hui (1010.01) .iE. "t

[Translation: Zheng, upright, righLt:uus, correct; Hui, meeting]
Indications: Loss of speech due to stroke, hemiplegia, infantile convulsions (literally

fright epilepsy), facial paralysis, tremors of the four limbs, general physical weakness, any
spasm due to wind, nervous system dysfunction
Locating the point: At the top of the skull at the juncture of the coronal and sagittal
sutures. Reaction area of the brain. (See Figures 39 and 41.)
[This point is located at Bai Hui (GV 20). Combine with Qian Hui (1010.05) and Hou
Hui (1010.06) to augment its effect. I often use this point with Yin Tang (M-HN-3).]
Zhou Yuan (1010.02) ~i·J 11)

[Translation: Zhou, state; Yuan, round]
Indications: Hemiplegia, loss of strength of the four limbs, vacuity we::~kness, asthma or
wheezing, inadequacy of lung function leading to sciatica and upper back pain, hyperac-
tivity
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MASTER TONG'S ACUPUNLIURE
Locating the point: Horizontally 1.3 cun to the left and right sides of Zheng Hui
( 1010.01 ). Reaction area of the lungs. (See Figure 39.)
[This point is located at Tong Tian (Bl 7). I use this point for tremor of the arms similar
to Parkinson's disease. I needle transversely through and through from this point to Wu
Chu (Bl 5) bilaterally. This is only done above 7-8 years old.]
Figure 39.
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POINTS ON THE HEAD
Zhou Kun ( 1010.03) 1tJ rb

[Translation: Zhou, state; Kun, elder brother]
Indications: Same as Zhou Yuan (1010.02).
Locating the point: Longitudinally 1 cun posterior to Zhou Yuan (1010.02). Reaction area
of the lungs. (See Figure 39.)
[This point is located at Luo Que (Bl 8).]
Zhou Lun ( 1010.04) 1•1'J ~

[Translation: Zhou, state; Lun, high mountain]
Indications: Same as Zhou Yuan (1010.02) above.
Locating the point: Longitudinally 1.5 cun anterior to Zhou Yuan (1010.02). Reaction
area of the lungs. (See Figure 39.)
Note: For a right-sided brain tumor, use the left point. For the left, use the right.
[This point is located at Cheng Guan (Bl 6). One can tell if the tumor is on the left or
right sides of the brain by looking at the eyeballs. If the right eyeball bulges, the tumor is
on the right. If the left eyeball bulges, the tumor is on the left. Use Zhou Kun ( 1010.03)
and Zhou Lun together to reinforce their efficacy.]
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Qian Hui (1010.05) n't -t"

[Translation: Qian, in front; Hui, meeting]
Indications: Dizziness, flowery vision, brain distention, decline and weakness of the
nerves
Locating the point: Longitudinally 1.5 cun anterior to Zheng Hui (1010.01). Reaction
area ofthe brain. (See Figure 41 below.)
[This point is located at Qian Ding (GV 21). It is often combined with Hou Htti
(1010.06) and Zheng Hui (1010.01). If someone is unconscious, needling this point can
revive the patient.]
Hou Hui (1 010.06) ff. 't

[Translation: Hou, behind; Hui, meeting]
Indications: Bone tuberculosis, headache (mild), dizziness, upper back vertebral bone
pain (from the 12th thoracic to the 2nd lumbar vertebra), cerebrovascular disease, loss of
speech due to windstroke, hemiplegia, nerve paralysis
Locating the point: Longitudin::~lly 1.6 cun posterior to Zheng Hui (1010.01). Reaction
area of the brain and spine. (See Figure 40.)
[This point is located at Hou Ding (GV 19). Combine with Zheng Hui (1010.01) for lum·
bosacral and tailbone pain. To tranquilizc the spirit and free the channels, combine with
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POINTS ON THE HEAD
Zheng Hui (1010.01), Zhou Yuan (1010.02), Zhou Kun (1010.03), Zhou Lun (1010.04),
and Qian Hui (1010.05). This also treats all wind diseases.]
•
1810.08
1010.21<
•
1010.07
Figure 40.
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long Shu (1010.07) At ~

[Translation: Zong, all; Shu, pivot]
Indications: Vomiting, restlessness of the six bowels, headache, decline and weakness of
the heart organ, cholera, neck pain
Locating the point: Longitudinally 8 fen superior to the posterior hairline along the sagit·
tal midline. Reaction area of the dan tian. (See Figure 40.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 1-2 fen in depth. Use of a three-edged needle to bleed
is even more effective. [Insert l fen for aphasia.
This point is located at Feng Fu (GV 16).
Bleeding this point can stop nausea and vomiting and tranquilizes the hollow bowels.
One can also use gua sha to turn the skin in this area black and blue instead of bleeding.
Too deep insertion at this point can cause paralysis.
In old China, if there was a crazy person running around naked menacing people with
knives or clubs, three or four men might be necessary to catch such a person and hold
them down. Then a thick iron needle like a shoemaker's awl would be inserted at Feng
Fu to intentionally paralyze the person. If the wound was not too deep, this paralysis was
only temporary. But sometimes, because the mad person would be thrashing around, the
0~ wouk/ft'Oe/'m/"e /"00 o'eepfrandMeft'DOD 11'0~/k/Depa.m/f7eo'/Or bJ'i>./
Zhen}ing (1010.08) ~ *
[Translation: Zhen, repress, settle; ling, quiet]
Indications: Mental disorders, tremors of the four limbs, both thighs sore, paralysis of the
four limbs, loss of sleep, infantile fright convulsions
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POINTS ON THE HEAD
Locating the point: Longitudinally 3 fen superior to the midpoint between the two eye~
brows. Reaction area of the brain. (See Figure 41.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 1~2 fen in depth, needling from above to below (i.e.,
towards the nose). [One can also use the prompt prick method.]
Note: This point should be used together with Zheng Hui (1010.01).
[This point is located at extra point Yin Tang (M~HN~3 ). For severe cases, this point may
be bled.]
Shang Li ( 1010.09) J:. .£

[Translation: Shang, upper, above; Li, "mile"]
Indications: Vertigo, headache
Locating the point: Longitudinally 2 fen superior to the medial end of the eyebrow.
Reaction area of the lungs and eyes. (See Figure 41.)
Method of manipulation: Using an interdermal needle, insen 1~2 fen in depth.
[This point is located at Zan Zhu (Bl 2). One may also bleed this point.]
Si Fu Er (1010.10) TlE/ W{f .;:_

[Translation: Si, four; Fu, bowels; Er, two, second]
Indications: Lower abdominal distention, vertigo, headache
Locating the point: Longitudinally 2 fen superior to the center of the eyebrow. Reaction
area of the lungs and eyes. (See Figure 41.)
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MA5TER TONG'S ACUPUNCTURE
Mt:thod of manipulation: Using an interdermal needle, insert 1~2 fen in depth.

[This point is located at extra point Yu Yao (M~HN~6). This point is a first aid point for
headaches. It is not used for the treatment of chronic headaches.]
1810.85/
1010.10
1011.11
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POINTS ON THE HEAD
Si Fu Yi (1010.11) 1!!1 Mf-

[Translation: Si, four; Fu, bowels; Yi, first, one]
Indications: Same as Si Fu Er (1010.10).
Locating the point: Longitudinally 2 fen superior to the lateral ends of the eyebrows.
Reaction area of the eyes and lungs. (See Figure 41.)
Method of manipulation: Using an interdermal needle, insert 1-2 fen in depth.
Note: Si Fu Yi (1010.11), Si Fu Er (1010.10), and Shang U (1010.09), these three points

can be pricked and bled together for the treatment of acute headache.
[This point is located at Si Zhu Kong (TH 23). Some women who take hormones may
severely bruise if the above several points are bled. Such women typically have visible
blood vessels under their skin. One should be careful about bleeding such women.]
Zheng Ben (1010.12) .iE *

[Translation: Zheng, righteous, upright, correct; Ben, root]
Indications: Allergic rhinitis, psychosis (seeing devils)
Locating the point: At the tip of the nose. Reaction area of the lungs. (See Figure 41.)
Note: Using a three-edged needle to prick and exit blood is even better. For decline of
brain power and lung weakness, it is appropriate to needle this point with supplementa·
tion.
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[This point is located at Su Liao (GV 25). It is usually better to use a three,edged needle
to bleed. A small needle at this point can supplement the lungs in order to improve poor
memory and mental capacity.]
Ma }in Shui (1010.13) .~it 1]<.
[Translation: Ma, horse; ]in, gold; Shui, water]
Indications: Kidney stones, wrenched lower back, kidney organ inflammation, nasal
inflammation, cha qi (i.e., a feeling of pain in the chest when breathing)
Locating the point: In the hollow just inferior to the zygomatic arch of the maxilla.
Reaction area of the kidneys and lungs. (See Figure 41.)
Note: If immediately after insertion pain is relieved, the location and insertion are cor,
rect. Otherwise the insertion is wrong. [Also, if blood comes out upon withdrawal of the
needle, the insertion was wrong. The technique of using this point is not so easy.
This point is located at Quan Liao (SI 18).]
Ma Kuai Shui (1010.14) .~ f:k- :1j(.

[Translation: Ma, horse; Kuai, fast; Shui, water]
Indications: Bladder stones, bladder inflammation, frequent urination, low and upper
back vertebral pain, nasal inflammation
Locating the point: Longitudinally 4 fen inferior to Ma]in Shui (1010.13). Reaction area
of the kidneys and bladder. (See Figure 41.)
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POINTS ON THE HEAD
[This point and the point above it treat kidney/lung problems. The kidneys and lungs
work together as a pair in terms of water metabolism. If the lungs are functioning cor·
reedy, one can hold their urine without any trouble. If the lungs are weak in the elderly,
this may lead to incontinence when they laugh, sneeze, or cough. Such incontinence is
not a kidney/bladder problem but a lung problem. One should supplement the lungs by
supplementing the spleen and stomach.]
Fu Kuai (1010.15) Mf •t:k-

[Translation: Fu, bowels; Kuai, fast]
Indications: Abdominal distention, abdominal aching and pain, mounting qi
Locating the point: Horizontally 5 fen lateral from the inferior lateral edge of the wings
of the nose. Reaction area of the kidneys and the six bowels. (See Figure 41.)
[This point is located at Ying Xiang (Ll 20).]
Liu Kuai (1010.16) * •t:k-

[Translation: Liu, six; Kuai, fast]
Indications: Stones stuck in the urethra, inflammation of the urethra
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MASTER ToNo's AcuPUNcnJRE
Locating the point: Horizontally 1.4 cun lateral to Ren Zhong (GV 26). Reaction area of
the fen mi or endocrine glands.l (See Figure 42.)
Note: Use Liu Kuai (1010.16) together with Ma Kuai Shui (1010.14) for the treatment of
stones stuck in the urethra.
Qi Kuai (1010.17) ~ ·t:k-

[Translation: Qi, seven; Kuai, fast]
Indications: Facial paralysis, lung vacuity and weakness, stones stuck in the urethra
Locating the point: Horizontally 5 fen lateral to the corner of the mouth. Reaction area
of the lungs. (See Figure 42.)
Method of manipulation: Needling from the corner of the mouth towards the outside (or
laterally), insert 5 fen to 1.5 cun in depth.
Note: For right,sided facial paralysis, treat the left side. For left,sided facial paralysis, treat
the right side.
[This point is located at Di Cang (St 4 ).]
1However, this may be a misprint for mi niao qi guan or urinary organs. This would make more sense in this
context. This same note applies to the several references to me reaction area of the endocrine glands which
appear below and all also have to do with urinary function.
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POINTS ON THE HEAD
Mu Zhi (1010.18) ;f. ~i

[Translation: Mu, wood; Zhi, branch]
Indications: Liver vacuity, gallbladder vacuity, stones stuck in the gallbladder, night-cry-
ing in children, [all gallbladder disease
If a person is resting quietly and they are startled by a small noise or if a baby is sleeping
and is awakened to cry by a small noise, this signifies gallbladder vacuity. In this case, the
bile does not fill the gallbladder.]
Locating the point: Longitudinally 1 cun superior and 6 fen lateral from Ma ]in Shui
(1010.13). Reaction area of the liver and gallbladder. (See Figure 42.)
[This point is located at Xia Guan (St 7).}
Shui Tong (1010.19) :1~ fi
[Translation: Shui, water; Tong, passing through}
Indications: Kidney organ dysfunction rheumatic disease, inadequacy of kidney function

exhaustion and taxation, dizziness, flowery vision, kidney vacuity, low back pain, wrench-
ing of the low back, cha qi
Locating the point: Longitudinally 4 fen inferior to the corner of the mouth. Reaction
area of the kidneys. (See Figure 42.)
Method of manipulation: Needling from the inside towards the outside (i.e., from medi-
al to lateral), insert 1-5 fen in depth.
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Shui }in (1 0 10.20) :1j<. ~

[Translation: Shui, water; ]in, metal, gold]
Indications: Same as Shui Tong (1010.19) [plus asthma, cough, dyspnea, abdominal dis-
tention, vomiting, diarrhea, and dry cholera]
1010.21
1010.18
Figure 42.
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POINTS ON THE HEAD
Locating the point: Horizontally 5 fen medial to Shui Tong (1010.19). Reaction area of
the kidneys. (See Figure 42.)
Method of manipulation: Needling from inside to outside, insert 1,5 fen in depth.
Note: Shui Tong (1010.19) and Shui ]in (1010.20), used together, mainly treat kidney
vacuity.
[If this point is indicated, one can usu::tlly find a darkened area at the location of this
point. Needle this dark area. If the skin is darkened in this location, needling here can
effectively treat a variety of diseases. I use this point and the one above quite frequently.
Shui Tong and Shui ]in treat joint pain due to kidney vacuity. In this case, the kidneys are
not adequately secreting a kind of acid which then deposits in the joints as crystals. One
can tell if arthritis is due to kidney vacuity by blackness or darkness of the chin. These
points also treat kidney weakness fatigue. In this case, the skin under the eyes will be dark
and there will be dizziness, blurred vision, low back pain, etc.
These two points used together can also make people breathe more deeply. Some people
breathe very shallowly. This means the kidneys do not grasp the qi sent down by the
lungs. This leads to further weakness of the kidneys. Other symptoms include cough,
asthma, hiccups, vomiting, and lower abdominal bloating.
According to Dr. Tong, if the kidney weakness is severe, one will find a greenish or dark,
ish vein under the chin. If one needles through this, it will bleed upon withdrawal of the
needle. It may also cause this area to be black and blue for a few days. If the disease is not
so severe, needling this point will not result in bleeding or bruising.
Long,term asthmatics due to kidney weakness also tend to have a greenish, darkish facial
complexion. Using these two points, Shui Tong and Shui ]in, to treat this condition, these
patients' facial complexions become lighter and lighter.
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POINTS ON THE HEAD
Locating the point: Horizontally 5 fen medial to Shui Tong (1010.19). Reaction area of
the kidneys. (See Figure 42.)
Method of manipulation: Needling from inside to outside, insert 1,5 fen in depth.
Note: Shui Tong (1010.19) and Shui ]in (1010.20), used together, mainly treat kidney
vacuity.
[If this point is indicated, one can usu::tlly find a darkened area at the location of this
point. Needle this dark area. If the skin is darkened in this location, needling here can
effectively treat a variety of diseases. I use this point and the one above quite frequently.
Shui Tong and Shui ]in treat joint pain due to kidney vacuity. In this case, the kidneys are
not adequately secreting a kind of acid which then deposits in the joints as crystals. One
can tell if arthritis is due to kidney vacuity by blackness or darkness of the chin. These
points also treat kidney weakness fatigue. In this case, the skin under the eyes will be dark
and there will be dizziness, blurred vision, low back pain, etc.
These two points used together can also make people breathe more deeply. Some people
breathe very shallowly. This means the kidneys do not grasp the qi sent down by the
lungs. This leads to further weakness of the kidneys. Other symptoms include cough,
asthma, hiccups, vomiting, and lower abdominal bloating.
According to Dr. Tong, if the kidney weakness is severe, one will find a greenish or dark,
ish vein under the chin. If one needles through this, it will bleed upon withdrawal of the
needle. It may also cause this area to be black and blue for a few days. If the disease is not
so severe, needling this point will not result in bleeding or bruising.
Long,term asthmatics due to kidney weakness also tend to have a greenish, darkish facial
complexion. Using these two points, Shui Tong and Shui ]in, to treat this condition, these
patients' facial complexions become lighter and lighter.
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Case history: An MD came to my office at 6:00 AM one day. That morning, while putting
on his shoes, his back went into spasm. I needled these four points and had him walk
around, twisting his back, lifting his legs, and trying to mobilize his back as much as pos-
sible. After the treatment, he returned home and took a short nap. At 10:00 AM that same
morning, he went to his office and saw patients all day as usual. This doctor reported to
me that when this had happened to him before, if he took very strong medicine for such
back spasms, he had to stay in bed for three days and then would have side effects of
headache and stomachache. If he took a lower dose so as not to havt: Lhese side effects,
he would typically have to remain in bed for seven days. When using these points to treat
twisted back or back spasm, it is best to treat on the day it happens.]
Yu Huo (1010.21) ..li :}(

[Translation: Yu, jade; Huo, fire]
Indications: Heart channel sciatica, shoulder and upper arm pain, pain of the four limbs,
knee pain, maxillary pain, mandibular pain
Locating the point: At the infraorbital foramen of the maxilla. Reaction area of the heart
and liver. (See Figure 42.) [Same location as Si Bai (St. 2).]
Bi Yi (1010.22) .J X
[Translation: Bi, nose; Yi, wing]
Indications: Shoulder soreness/bone pain, dizziness, flowery vision, various types of nerve
pain due to kidney vacuity, hemiplegia, bone pain of the four limbs, facial paralysis,
tongue pain, tongue stiffness and rigidity, one-sided headache, pharyngitis, [supraorbital
margin pain]
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POINTS ON THE HEAD
Locating the point: In the depression superior to the alae of the nose. Reaction area of
the lungs, kidneys, and spleen. (See Figure 42.)
[Bi Yi (1010.22) and Yu Huo (1010.21) are major points for quieting pain. Yu Huo treats
all pain due to blood stasis, blood vacuity, and blood desertion. Bi Yi treats pain due to qi
vacuity, qi desertion, and qi congestion. It also clears the brain, relieves fatigue, and clears
the mind.
Some patients suffer from tongue tightness and stiffness. Due to overwork, a quick tern~
per, and suppressed anger, qi may congest in the supraorbital bone. If the patient pushes
him/herself and never rests, they may tighten their jaws. After some time, such physical
and emotional stress may weaken the heart. Because the tongue is the portal of the heart,
the tongue may become tight or stiff.]
Zhou Huo (1010.23) ~tJ :}(

[Translation: Zhou, state; Huo, fire]
Indications: Heart palpitations, phlegm obstructing the portals of the heart organ func~
tion, lack of strength of the four limbs plus low back pain [i.e., kidney yin vacuity]
Locating the point: Longitudinally 1.5 cun superior to the tip of the ear. Reaction area of
the heart. (See Figure 39 above.)
Zhou ]in (1010.24) ~·I'J 1t

[Translation: Zhou, state; ]in, metal, gold]
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MASTER TONG'S ACUPUNcruRE
Indications: Lung channel low back pain, sciatica, rheumatic disease
Locating the point: Horizontally 1 cun posterior to Zhou Huo (1010.23 ). Reaction area
of the lungs. (See Figure 39 above.)
[This point is not so easy to locate, so I do not use it often.]
Zhou Shui (1 010.25) ~4·J :1j<.

[Translation: Zhou, state; Shui, water]
Indications: Lower and upper back vertebral pain, lower limb numbness or paralysis, lack
of strength of the nerves
Locating the point: On the sagittal midline on the back of the head, the first point is
located at the external occipital protuberance. The second point is located 8 fen above
the first. This is a two-point unit. Reaction area of the kidneys. (See Figure 40 above.)
[I use these points quite often to treat lower back pain. While the needles are in place, I
have the patient mobilize their lower back. The treatment should continue until their
pain or numbness is relieved.
I also often use Hua Gu San (55.04) and Hua Gu Si (55.05) for the treatment of lower
back pain. While these needles are in place, the patient can also mobilize their lower
back similar to the above. These two points are even more powerful than Zhou Shui.]
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Points on the Neck and Trunk
Points on the Dorsal Trunk
[The location of Dr. Tong's points on the back are not easy to describe. It is best not to
needle these points but only bleed them. All these points are shown on Figure 43 below.]
Fen Zhi Shang (DT.Ol) 7t ll J:.

[Translation: Fen, divide, separate; Zhi, branch; Shang, upper, above]
Indications: Rabies, centipede or scorpion bite, poisoning by gas, food poisoning, drug
poisoning, body odor, halitosis, diabetes mellitus, pain with urination, bloody !in or stran~
gury, itching of the entire body
Locating the point: Longitudinally 1 cun inferior to the acromion process of the shoul~
der, just below the inferior edge of the superior lateral angle of the scapula. Reaction area
of the endocrine glands. (See Figure 43.)
Method of manipulation: Needle 1~1.5 cun in depth.
Fen Zhi Xia (DT.02) ~"\..ll r

[Translation: Fen, divide, separate; Zhi, branch; Xia, below]
MA~TER TONG'S ACUPUNCTURE
Dr.D3(41 Dr.83(2J
~--f Dr.01
~-· Dr.02
Figure 43.
Indications: Same as Fen Zhi Shang (DT.Ol) plus breast inflammation.
Locating the point: Longitudinally 1.5 cun inferior and 5 fen medial to Fen Zhi Shang
(DT.Ol). Reaction area of the endocrine glands, lungs, and breast. (Sec Figure 43.)
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POINTS ON THE NECK & TRUNK
Note: This point is normally used together with Fen Zhi Xia (DT.Ol). [These two points,
Fen Zhi Shang and Fen Zhi Xia are very important points for detoxification.
Case history: I once had a student whose dog ran into the woods where there was poi~
son oak. When the dog returned home, this woman petted the dog anJ then touched her
face. Within two hours, her face completely swelled up and became red and itchy. She
came to class and was lying down on the classroom table. I needled these two points bilat~
erally. After the class, I was able to recognize her nose and eyes. These points are useful
for any kind of toxic or poisonous reaction. One can also cup over this area. In that case,
the bruises will be much darker than other places, if there are significant toxins in the
body.]
Qi Xing (DT.03) -l::' £

[Translation: Qi, seven; Xing, stars]
Indications: Vomiting (the five organs not calm), common cold headache, high fever in
children, other pediatric disease due to wind
Locating the point: This is a group of seven points. The first point, Zong Shu ( 1), is locat~
ed 1 cun above the middle of the posterior hairline in the depression directly below the
occipital protuberance. The second point, Shi Shu (2), is located longitudinally 1 cun
inferior to the first. The third point, Shi Shu (3 ), is located 2 cun inferior to the second
point. The fourth point, Chi Yu (4), is located 8 fen lateml and 8 fen inferior to the sec~
ond point. The fifth point, Shi Yu (5), is located 1 cun inferior to the fourth point.
[Because points 4 and 5 are bilateral, this makes a total of seven points in all.] Zong Shu
( 1), Shi Shu (2), and Shi Shu (3) are the reaction area of the brain. Chi Yu (4) and Shi Yu
(5) are the reaction area of the lungs. (See Figure 43.)
Method of manipulation: Using a three~edged needle, bleed Zong Shu (1), Shi Shu (2),
and Shi Shu (3 ). These three are the main points. The other two are adjunctive or auxil~
iary.
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Caution: Avoid deep bleeding puncture of children which may cause deafness and apha,
sia.
[Qi Xing (DT.03) includes Feng Fu (GV 16) and Ya Men (GV 15). One can also use only
these two points.]
XXII • I
• XXXVII • XXIII • 11
• XXXVIII• XXIV • Ill
~~
·~n
• XL XXVI ••
•xu XXVII •
• • XXVIII•
XUII • XXIX VIII
• XXX IX
Figure#.
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Wu Ling (DT.04) .E_ ..f{
[Translation: Wu, five; Ling, mountain ranges]
Indications: High blood pressure, severe common cold, high fever, acute headache lead-
ing to dizziness, headache, high blood pressure leading to paralysis of the hands and feet,
hemiplegia, yang cholera, yin cholera, vomiting associated with various diseases, low
back pain due to arteriosclerosis, liver cholera, yin and yang cholera, acute stomach pain
Locating the point: The following points are arranged into five longitudinal lines on the
back. (See Figure 44.)
1st line: Beginning from below C7 and descending to TlO, each vertebral segment con-
sists of one point in the following order: An Chuan (I), ]iang Kou (11), Huo Chu (Ill), Huo
Yun (IV), Huo ]iang (V), Huo Ming (VI), Huo Xiao (VII), Huo Men (VIII), Tu Yue (IX),
Tu Xie (X), and Tu Ke (XI). (See Figure 44.)
2nd line: Starting parallel to An Chuan {1), 4 finger widths laterally and every 1 cun below
that is a point. Thus, ]in Tang (XXII), ]in Bei (XXIII), ]in Tau (XXIV), ]in ]i (XXV), ]in
Ling (XXVI), Huo]in (XXVII), Mu Tong (XXVIII), Mu Tu (XXIX), and Mu Mei (XXX).
The points on this line are bilaterally symmetrical. (Sec Figure 44.)
3rd line: Beginning parallel to ]in Bei (XXIII), 4 finger widths lateral eo the second line
and every 1 cun below is a point. Thus, ]in Zhi (XXXVII), ]in ]ing (XXXVIII), ]in Shen
(XXXIX), Mu Yuan (XL), Mu Tai (XI J), Mu Ju (XLII), and Mu Sung (XLIII). The points
on this line are bilaterally symmetrical. (See Figure 44.)
[One line on the midline and two bilaterally symmetrical lines lateral to that makes a
total of five lines of points or five mountain ranges. These two lateral lines are 3 cun and
6 cun lateral to the midline or 4 and 8 finger widths respectively. As we will see below,
there is another bilaterally symmetrical line of points inside or medial to these at 1.5 cun
or 2 finger widths laterally from below the spinous processes. Unless one understands
that, the above locations are confusing.]
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Huo means fire, so from Huo Chu (Ill) to Huo Men (VIII) is the reaction area of the heart.
Tu means earth, so from Tu Yue (IX) to Tu Ke (XI) is the reaction area of the spleen. From
]in Tang (XXII) to Huo ]in (XXVII) is the confluent reaction area of the heart and lungs.
From left Huo }in (XXVII) to Mu Mei (XXX) is the reaction area of the lungs. From right
I Iuo ]in (XXVII) to Mu Mei (XXX) is the reaction area of the liver (mu means wood). ]in
means metal, so from ]in ]ing (XXXVIII) to ]in. Shen (XXXIX) is the reaction area of the
lungs. From left ]in Shen (XXXIX) to Mu Song (XLIII) is the confluent reaction area of
the lungs and spleen. From right ]in Shen (XXXIX) to Mu Song (XLIII) is the confluent
reaction area of the liver and lungs. (See Figure 44.}
Method of manipulation: Using a three-edged needle, prick to exit blood.
Caution: When pricking the points on the dorsal trunk, wipe with alcohol to clean the
area first. Then use the thumb to press the point before bleeding.
Shuang Feng (DT.05) 'f Jit

[Translation: Shuang, pair; Feng, phoenix]
Indications: Hand pain, foot pain, hands numb, feet numb, arteriosclerosis of the hands
and feet
Locating the point: Horizontally 2 finger widths or 1.5 cun lateral from T2 is Huo Feng
(XLIV). Then below this, every inch is a point. Thus, Huo ]u (XLV), Huo Miao (XLVI),
Huo Chan (XLVII), Huo Chen,!! (XLVIII), Huo Hua (XLIX), and Huo Mi (L). Reaction
area of the blood circulation. (See Figure 45.)
Method of manipulation: Use a three-edged needle to exit blood.
(These points are bilaterally symmetrical, seven to a line for a total of fourteen points in
all.]
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DT.OS
• XLIV
J• • XLV
• KLUI
XLVII
• XLVIII
• XLIX
•L
DT.13
DT.14 DT.15
XII
XIII •
• XIV
• XV • XXXIII
• XVI • XXXIV
Figure 45. • XVII • XXXV
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Jiu Hou (DT.06) ~ ~
[Translation: ]iu, nine; Hou, monkeys]
Indications: Circulatory diseases due to heat or sunstroke
Locating the point: Same as Huo Feng (XLIV), Huo ]u (XLV), Huo Miao (XLVI), ]in Tang
(XXII),Jin Bei (XXIII),]in Tou (XXIV),]in]i (XXV),]in Zhi (XXXVII),]in]ing (XXXVI,
11) above. Reaction area of the heart and lungs. (See Figures 44 and 45.)
[The locations of these points are the same as Feng Men (Bl12), Fei Shu (Bl 13 ), ]ue Yin
Shu (Bl14), Fu Fen (Bl41), Po Hu (Bl42), and Gao Huang Shu (Bl43).]
San }in (DT.07) ..=_ ~

[Translation: San, three; ]in, metal, gold]
Indications: Knee pain
Locating the point: Same as ]in Tou (XXIV), ]in Chi (XXV), ]in Ling (XXVI). This is a
three-point unit. Confluent reaction area of the heart and liver. (See Figure 44, DT.04.)
Method of manipulation: Use a three-edged needle to exit blood. For right-sided pain,
use the right point. For left-sided pain, use the left point. For bilateral foot pain, use both
points simultaneously.
[These points are located at Fu Fen (Bl41), Po Hu (8142), and Gao Huang Shu (Bl43).
I use these points to treat knee pain in the elderly if they cannot bend down.
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Case history: Once when I was in China, I went to a hospital. There I met an old man
who had been being treated for knee pain for over nine years. Especially in the winter,
this man could not stand up due to knee pain. He had been treated over and over again
at Zu San Li (St 36), Yang Ling Quan (GB 34), Xi Yan (St 35), etc. with no result. I bled
Gao Huang Shu (Bl43) and cupped this point. After the treatment was over, this old man
stood up and announced that this was the first time in nine years he had been able to
stand without knee pain.
The direcror of the ward said, in a very sour tone of voice, to one of the attending
acupuncturists that they did not treat like this. Whether my treatment was right or
wrong, however, should only be judged by the patient's relief.]
Jing Zhi (DT.08) fl ~

[Translation: ]ing, essence; Zhi, branch]
Indications: Lower leg tight and distended, lower leg pain
Locating the point: Same as ]in ]ing (XXXVIII) and ]in Zhi (XXXVII). Reaction area of
the lungs and kidneys. (See Figure 44, DT.04.)
Method of manipulation: Use a three-edged net:dle to exit blood.
[Lower leg distention can be difficult to treat. However, bleeding this point can some-
times relieve this.]
Jin Lin (DT.09) * #.

[Translation: ]in, gold; Lin, fort:st]
Indications: Sciatica due to arteriosclerosis
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MASTER TONG'S ACUPUNCJ"URE
Locating the point: Same as ]in Shen (XXXIX), Mu Yuan (XL), and Mu Tai (XLI).
Reaction area of the lungs. The right point is the confluent reaction area of the liver and
kidneys. The left side is the confluent reaction area of the spleen and kidneys. (See Figure
44, DT.04.)
Method of manipulation: Use a three~edged needle to bleed.
Ding Zhu (DT.l 0) TJ! ~.i

[Translation: Ding, top; Zhu, pillar]
Indications: Low back pain due to arteriosclerosis, wrenching of the low back, cha qi
Locating the point: Same as ]in Chi (XXV), ]in Ling (XXVI), Huo ]in (XXVII), Mu Tu
(XXIX), Mu Teng (XXVIII), ]in Shen (XXXIX), Mu Mei (XXX), Mu Yuan (XL), Mu Tai
(XLI), Mu]u (XLII), Mu Sung (XLIII) above. Left side is the confluent reaction area of
the heart, liver, and spleen. Right side is the confluent reaction area of the heart, liver,
and lungs. (See Figure 44, DT.04.)
[I do use these points but do not use so many. Personally, I prefer to bleed Zhong Zhu (TH
3) and/or Wei Zhong (Bl 40). This gives me good, fast results. If the case is more severe,
then I use several of the above points.]
Hou Xin (DT.ll) f{ 1\ . ;
[Translation: Hou, after, behind; Xin, heart]
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Indications: Furunculosis of the face and extremities, heart organ decline and weakness,
stomach disease, acute hean organ paralysis or numbness, wind cold entering the striae,
severe common cold, windstroke
Locating the point: Same as HUD Yun f]V), HNO Chdn&' (V), HNO Mm~ (VIJ, H«a Xho
\'1\\'),\\un ).f\.e't\ ~\\\'),\\A. 'i:u.e. \\~'),\\\A.0 )1..\Q.o \'1-.~\), t\uo C'hao \~\.\l\\), Huo Chen~
~~~~~~~~~-;)m~~~};Jinl..lng\X)Nl), Huo]in (XXVII), bilateral,
ly, a total of thirteen points. Reaction area of the heart. (See Figure 44 DT.04· Figure 45
DT.05.) ' ' '
Method of manipulation: Use a three,edged needle to bleed.
(These points are for the treatment of severe toxic heat. If one does gua sha on the back,
at each pimple, one may express a white hair. This is called goat's hair. These points also
treat ding or a kind of severe boils which are potentially lethal. Nowadays, we have antibi,
otics to treat these kinds of diseases and also one does not see much of this in the West.
Whenever there are purple spots on the back or black spots if even more severe, quickly
bleed and pull the hair out. Mostly this is for rural use in the countryside of China.]
Gan Mao San (DT.l2) ~ i[ ..=..

[Translation: Gan Mao, common cold; San, three]
Indications: Severe common cold
Locating the point: Same as An Quan (I) and ]in Tou (XXIV). An Quan is the reaction
area of the spine and the four limbs. ]in Tou is the reaction area of the heart organ. (See
Figure 44, DT.04.)
Method of manipulation: Using a thin needle, insert under the skin obliquely.
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[An Quan is located at Da Zhui (GV 14) and ]in Tou is located at Gao Huang Shu (Bl43 ).
For severe gan mao or common cold, I prefer to bleed Shang Xing (GV 23 ). With fever, I
bleed Zhong Zhu (TH 3 ). If there is body pain, I bleed Wei Zhong (Bl 40). This approach
is simpler and easier to use quickly.]
Shui Zhong (DT.13) ~ tp

[Translation: Shui, water; Zhong, center, within]
Indications: Kidney vacuity, kidney organ inflammation, women's menstrual irregularity,

constipation, thirst, lower and upper back vertebral pain
Locating the point: Located 1.5 cun lateral to the inferior edge of the first lumbar verte~
bra. Reaction area of the kidneys. (See Figure 45.)
[This point is located at San ]iao Shu (Bl 22).]
Shui Fu (DT.14) ?~ Jf.f

[Translation: Shui, water; Fu, prefecture]
Indications: Upper back vertebral pain with inability to bend forward and back, women's
menstrual irregularity, kidney vacuity, kidney organ inflammation, thirst, constipation,
intestinal inflammation, loss of sleep, premature ejaculation, impotence, headache, dia~
betes mellitus, wrenched lower back, dizziness, flowery vision, low back soreness and
upper back pain, acute inflammation of the kidneys, stones stuck in the bladder, urina~
tion not free flowing, non~descent of dead fetus
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Locating the point: Located 1.5 cun lateral to the inferior edge of the second lumbar ver-
tebra. Reaction area of the kidneys. (See Figure 45.)
[This point is located at Shen Shu (Bl 23 ).]
San ]iang (DT.15) E.. ~.I..

[Translation: San, three; ]iang, large rivers]
Indications: Amenorrhea, uterine inflammation, intestinal inflammation, wrenched

lower back, acute intestinal inflammation
Locating the point: These points are located along three longitudinal lines.
The first line along the midline of the back is comprised of Fen Xian (XII), Shui Fen
(XIII), Shui Cheng (XIV), Shui Guan (XV), Liu Zong (XVI), Feng Chao (XVII), and Zhu
Chao (XVlll). These points are located below the spinous processes of vertebrae L1 to S2
respectively. (See Figure 45.)
The lateral lines (one on the right and the other on the left) are comprised of Liu Wan
(XXXI), Liu Man (XXXII), Liu Dao (XXXIII), Hua Chao (XXXIV), Huan Chao (XXXV),
and He Chao (XXXVI). These points are located 4 finger widths lateral to the original six
points respectively. (See Figure 45.)
Reaction :=~rea of the kidneys and the six fu bowels.
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MASTER TONG'S ACUPUNCllJRE
Shuang He (DT.16) ~ ~
[Translation: Shuang, double, pair; He, rivers]
Indications: Hand and upper arm pain, shoulder and upper back pain
Locating the point: Same as Liu Wan (XXXI) through He Chao (XXXVI) above.
Reaction area of the kidneys and the six fu bowels. (See Figure 45, DT.15.)
Method of manipulation: Use a three,edged needle to exit blood.
Note: If black blood exits, this will be effective. If red blood exits, this will be less effec,
tive.
Chong Xioo (DT.l 7) ~f 'f

[Translation: Chong, up,shooting, up,thrusting; Xiao, heaven]
Indications: Cerebellar pain, cerebellar tightness and distention, neck bone distention
and pain
Locating the point: Miao Chao (XIX) is inferior to the S3. Shang Tui (XX) is inferior to
S4. Shang Gao (XXI) is inferior to SS. This is a three,point unit. Reaction area of the
cerebellum. (See Figure 45, DT.I5.)
Method of manipulation: Use a three,edged needle to exit blood.
[Case history: Once one of my students called me to ask my opinion about a case. The
patient was suffering from a severe occipital headache. Zheng ]in (77.01) had not pro,
duced any result. I hung up the phone without giving her any advice. Then, when I was
treating my own patients, I suddenly got an idea. I called her back and told her to treat
Chong Xiao. My student did this, and it immediately relieved this patient's exceedingly
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severe occipital headache. Neither I nor my student have ever been able to forget this
incident.]
Points on the Ventral Trunk
Hou E Jiu (VT.Ol) ~ ~ ~
[Translation: Hou, throat; E, moth; ]iu., nine]
Indications: Sore throat, throat pain, thyroiditis, phlegm accumulating in the throat
which will not exit
Locating the point: The center point is located over the thyroid cartilage. This is flanked
by a point to each side 1.5 cun lateral. The upper three points are I cun superior and 1.5
cun lateral. The lower three points are 1.5 cun inferior and 1.5 cun lateral. This is a nine~
point unit. Reaction area of the lungs. (See Figure 46.)
[This is an emergency treatment. When bleeding these points, pull up the skin. Do not
injure the sinews or cartilage.]
Shi Er Hou (VT.02) +;:_ ~
[Translation: Shi Er, twelve; Hou, monkeys]
Indications: Typhoid fever, asthma due to arteriosclerosis, liver cholera, [severe common
cold, scarlet fever]
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MASTER TONG'S ACUPUNC'TURE
Locating the point: There are two lines of points inferior to the clavicle. The first line is
1.3 cun inferior to the clavicle. The second line is 2.8 cun inferior. Each line is made up
of three points, one in the middle and one 1.5 cun to either side. There are six points to
a side for a total of twelve points. Reaction area of the lungs. (See Figure 46.)
}in Wu (VT.03) 1t Ji.

[Translation: ]in, gold, metal; Wu, five]
Indications: Liver cholera, indigestion (stomach distention), flank pain, bronchi not
normally (free-flowing), various types of heatstroke and cholera, [any kind of toxic heat
condition]
Locating the point: This line of points is located along the midline of the sternum. The
first point, ]in Gan is located in the depression between the manubrium sterni and the
body of the sternum. The remaining points are ]in Yin, ]in Yang, ]in Chuan, and ]in ]iao.
Each of these is 1 cun inferior to the previous one. Reaction area of the heart spirit and
trachea/bronchi. (See Figure 47.)
Wei Mao Qi (VT.04) 1/ ~ --l:

[Translation: Wei, stomach; Mao, hair; Qi, seven]
Indications: Stomach pain, various types of cholera, heart palpitations, gastric hemor-
rhagc, heatstroke, [toxic heat conditions]
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Locating the point: These seven points are located along three lines. (See Figure 46.)
Median line: The uppermost point is located just inferior to the tip of the xiphoid process.
The other two points on this line are located 1 and 2 cun inferior.
Lateral lines: These two points are located 2 cun lateral from the lower two points on the
median line. Reaction area of the heart and stomal:h.
Method of manipulation: Use a three~edged needle to exit blood.
Fu Chao Er Shi San (VT.05) JY{f l_ :;.. +. :. .

[Translation: Fu, bowels; Chao, nest; Er Shi San, twenty~three]
Indications: Intestinal inflammation, uterine inflammation, kidney inflammation, kid~

ney pain, navel pain, [periumbilical pain]
Locating the point: These twenty~three points are located on the abdomen in a rectan~
gular pattern. The distance between each two points is 1 cun, except at the navel [where
there is no point. Begin locating these points by measuring 1 cun above and below the
navel and I cun to the right and left. From the superior point, measure 1 cun directly up
the midline to find a point. From the inferior point, measure 1, 2, 3, and 4 cun downwards
to find points. From the lateral points beside the navel, measure 1 cun superior to find
another point and I and 2 cun inferior to find another two points. Then measure 1 cun
further lateral from the resulting four points to find the farthest lateral line of four poinu;.]
(See Figure 47.)
Method of manipulation: Use a three~edged needle to exit blood.
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Book Two
Treatment Formulary
Head, Face, & Neck
Headache
1. Ce San U (77.22), Ce Xia San Li (77.23), and Shen Guan (77.18). Retain the needles
for 45 minutes. If not severe, treat only 2~3 times. If serious, treat 4~5 times to affect a
cure. This combination treats headaches on the side of the head, including migraines.
2. Ling Gu (22.05). Pain will be reduced immediately. This is for headache which the
patient cannot localize exactly.
3. Wu Ling (DT.04 ). Use prompt prick technique. Pain will be stopped immediately. This
is for headache due to high blood pressure and arteriosclerosis. Typically the patient will
exhibit facial congestion and a purplish complexion. This suggests blood congestion.
One..sided headache, i.e., migraine headache
1. Ce San Li (77.22) and Ce Xia San Li (77.23). Good effect.
2. Feng Shi (GB 31), a.k.a., Zhong ]iu Li (88.25). Also good effect. This is for a one~sided
headache due to wind.
3. San Zhong (77.07) and Si Hua Wai (77.14). Use prompt prick technique. Treat one for
three weeks and then the other for three weeks.
4. Men]in (66.05). Use if pain is at the temple near extra point Tai Yang (M~HN~9). Very
good result.
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Posterior headache (migrainous)
1. Chong Xia.o (DT. 17). Bleeding this point will stop the pain immediately. Use this point
if one knows the cerebellum is in pain. Also use this point if there are visible congested
blood vessels in the area of this point.
2. Zheng]in (77.01) and Zheng Zong (77.02). Good effect. Use this point if ordinary neck
and occipital pain due to tension or past traumatic injury.
Frontal headache
1. Huo ]u (66.11). Stops the pain. If one also has a stomachache or if one palpates the
abdomen and feels pronounced palpitations of the descending aorta, use this point.
2. Si Hua Zhong (77.09). Use prompt prick technique, i.e., bleed. Forehead headache usu~
ally due to spleen/stomach problem. [f the eyeballs are painful and hard to palpation, use
this point.
Head dizziness due to high blood pressure
Wu Ling (DT.04) and Huo Ying (66.03). Use prompt prick method on Wu Ling. Bleeding
will bring down the high blood pressure and stop the dizziness.
Dizziness due to insufficient blood in the brain
Tong Guan (88.01), Tong Shan (88.02), and Tong Tuzn (88.03 ). This t)'pe of headache is
due Lu anemia. Do nor use all six needles together but choose tour of the six.
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TREATMENT FORMULARY
Encephalon (brain nerves not clear), disoriented
1. Zheng Hui (1010.01), Yin Tang (M-HN-3) and the Three Measures. Zheng Hui and Yin
Tang can tranquilize. At the same time, bleed the Three Measures points, i.e., Yi Zhong
(77.05), Er Zhong (77.06), and San Zhong (77.07).
2. Tzan Huang Fu (77.18), Di Huang (77.19), and Ren Huang (77.21). The Lower Three
Emperors; good effect.
Meningitis
The Three Measures, Si Hua Wai (77.14), and Zheng ]in (77.01). First needle Yi Zhong
(77.05). Nt:xt needle San Zhong (77.07). Then needle Er Zhong (77.06). Bleed Si Hua Wai
and then needle Zheng ]in.
Brain tumor (cerebroma, encephalophym)
Zhou Kun (1010.03), Zhou Lun (1010.04), The Three Measures, and Shang Liu (55.06).
All these points can be needled together. When needling the Three Measures, first nee-
dle Yi Zhong (77.05), then San Zhong (77.07), and then Er Zhong (77.06).
Cranial swelling or water on the brain (hydrocephalus)
Zheng]in (77.01) and Shang Liu (55.06)
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Eye Diseases
Blurred vision due to high blood pressure
Wu Ling (DT.04), Tzan Huang Fu (77.18), Di Huang (77.19), and Ren Huang (77.21).
Bleed Wu Ling, and then needle the Lower Three Emperors.
Sty in the eye (hordeolum)
1. Ling Gu (22.05). Needle the opposite side. May be cured in 1,2 treatments.
2. Pi Shu (Bl20) and Wei Shu (Bl 21). Use prompt prick method, i.e, bleed.
3. Fei Shu (Bl 13 ). Inspect the area around Fei Shu for red spots. If any are found, bleed
them.
Red eyes (conjunctivitis)
1. Bleed the ear apex.
2. Gan Shu (Bl18). Use prompt prick technique.
3. Shang Bai (22.03 ). Bleed.
Dry eyes (xerophthalmia)
Ming Huang (88.12), Guang Ming (77.28), and Hua Gu Yi (55.02)
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Both eyes unable to open
1. Huo ]u (66.11). Can open the eyes immediately. Use this point for eyes which cannot
open due tu infection.
2. Guang Ming (77.28). Use this point if the eyes cannot open due to extreme fatigue.
Trachoma (sand in the eyes)
Blet:d the red spots inside the eyelids.
Blurred vision (four fingers look like five)
Ming Huang (88.12) and Fu Liu (Ki 7). Leave the needles in place a long time.
Astigmatism
Zhong Bai (22.06). Needle.
Wall eyes
Tuzn Huang Fu (77.18), Di Huang (77.19), and Ren Huang (77.21), i.e., Lower Three
Emperors.
Supraorbital bone pain
Huo]u (66.11)
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Cataracts
Tum Huang Fu (77.18), Di Huang (77.19), Ren Huang (77.21); the Lower Three
Emperors. Long-term treatment typically required.
Night blindness
Tong Zi Liao (GB 1). Also treat long-term.
Eyes tear in the wind
1. Mu Xue (11.17). Use this point if due to the liver.
2. Tum Huang Fu (77.18), Di Huang (77.19), Ren Huang (77.21), and Hua Gu Yi (55.02)
3. Yi Zhong (77.05), Er Zhong (77.06), and San Zhong (77.07). The Three Weights or
Measures. Bleed. These points are good if the patient is elderly or the condition is chron-
ic.
Nearsightedness
Xia Bai (22.07) and Zhong Bai (22.06)
Black circles around the eyes
Si Ma Zhong (88.17), Si Ma Shang (88.18), Si Ma Xia (88.19), and Shen Guan (77.18)
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Twitching of the eyelid
1. Ce San Li (77.22), Ce Xia San Li (77.23), and Shen Guan (77.18)
2. Feng Shi (GB 31) and Guang Ming (77.28)
Glaucoma
Tum Huang Fu (77.18), Di Huang (77.19), Ren Huang (77.21), and Guang Ming (77.28)
Exopthalmia (bulging eyeballs) or bloodshot eyes
Si Ma Zhong (88.17), Si Ma Shang (88.18), Si Ma Xia (88.19), and Shen Guan (77.18)
Double vision
Guang Ming (77.28), plus Shen Guan (77.18) and Feng Chi (GB 20)
Diseases of the Nose

Dry nose
Si Ma Zhong (88.17), Si Ma Shang (88.18), Si Ma Xia (88.19). The Four Horses treat all
nose diseases.
Stuffed nose unable to breathe
1. ]ian Zhong Shu (44.06) when due to cold.

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2. Ce San Li (77.22}
3. Men]in (66.05}
Allergic rhinitis, chronic sinusitis
Si Ma Zhong (88.17}, Si Ma Shang (88.18}, Si Ma Xia (88.19}, Tong Guan (88.01}, and
Tong Tian (88.03}
Redness of the tip of the nose
1. Su Liao (GV 25}. Use prompt prick technique.
2. Pi Shu (Bl 20} and Wei Shu (Bl21}. Use prompt prick technique.
Nosebleed
1. ]ian Zhong (44.06}. Needle. Will stop nosebleed immediately.
2. He Gu (LI 4}
Nose bone in pain
Er ]iao Ming (11.12}. This is also good for nosebleed due to heat.
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Diseases of the Ears
Otitis media
Ble::e::u the visible blood vessels in the area of the lateral malleolus with prompt prick tech-
nique. Treat the affected side. If both ears are affected, treat bilaterally. As soon as the
blood is let, the throbbing will stop.
Ear pain (not necessarily due to infection, may affect the jaw)
Yi Zhong (77.05), Er Zhong (77.06), San Zhong (77.07) and Si Hua Wai (77.14).
Use prompt prick technique to bleed.
Swelling of the inner ear
Qu Ling (33.16) and Zhong Bai (22.06) or Zhong Bai with Ce San Li (77.22) and Ce Xia
San Li (77.23). Leave needles in place for a half hour.
Tinnitus
1. Si Ma Zhong (88.17), Si Ma Shang (88.18), Si Ma Xia (88.19), and Shen Guan (77 .18).
Drain the Four Horses. Supplement Shen Guan. This treats tinnitus in the elderly due to
kidney yin vacuity.
2. Qu Ling (33.16) and Ming Huang (88.12). Drain Qu Ling. Supplement Ming Huang.
3. Bleed the Four Horses.
4. Shen Guan (77.18) and Ren Huang (77.21) or Shen Guan (77.18) and Guang Ming
(77.28); Da Ling (Per 7), Ting Gong (SI 19), and Ting Hui (GB 2). Supplement the first
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two points in women and the second two in men. Drain Da Ling and needle Ting Gong
and Ting Hui on the side where the ringing is most prominent.
5. Xing ]ian (Liv 2), Hua Gu Yi (55.02), and Zu San Li (St 36). Drain Xing ]ian for liver
fire due to anger.
Ear nerve pain
Zhong ]iu Li (88.25)
Deafness
Liu Wan (66.08). Bleed. If patient is weak, do not bleed both sides. Treating deafness is
not as simple as needling a single point, however.
Deaf mutism {acute condition, not congenital)
Yi Zhong (77.05), Er Zhong (77.06), San Zhong (77.07), Si Ma Zhong (88.17), Si Ma Shang
(88.18), and Si Ma Xia (88.19). Bleed the Three Measures or Weights. Needle the Four
Horses bilaterally, six needles.
Diseases of the Mouth, Tongue, & Teeth

Jaw bone pain and lockjaw
1. Huo Ying (66.03) and]ie Xi (St 41). While needles are in place, have the patient open
and close their mouth. This always gets a good result.
2. Yong Quan (Ki I) and Shang Liu (55.06). This treats pain and spasm of the jaw due to
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cold invasion, in turn due to using ice packs or drinking cold water after tooth extraction
or oral surgery. If the condition is recent, this may only require a few treatments. If the
condition is more than one year old, it will typically require a number of treatments.
Mouth and eyes awry (due to windstroke or as a premonitory sign of incipient

windstroke)
1. Si Hua Wai (77.14), Ce San Li (77.22), and Ce Xia San Li (77.23). Bleed Si Hua Wai.
Needle Ce San Li and Ce Xia San Li.
2. Yi Zhong (77.05), Er Zhong (77.06), San Zhong (77.07), Si Ma Zhong (88.17), Si Ma

Shang (88.18), Si Ma Xia (88.19), and Tong Shen (88.08). Bleed the Three Measures.
Needle the rest.
3. One can also have the patient use a moxa can on the affected area. Treat for 1~2 hours
ar a time. If due to anger, this may be treated quite quickly. If due to vacuity, it may rake
a long time.
Stiff tongue, inability to speak due to paralysis (windstroke)
1. Mu Liu (66.06) and Zhong]iu Li (88.25)
2. ]ian Zhong (44.06)) and Qiu Xu (GB 40)
3. ]in ]in and Yu Ye (M~HN~20). Bleed.
Swelling under the tongue
1. Ce San Li (77.22) and Ce Xia San Li (77.23)
2. Yu Ye and ]in]in (M~HN~20). Bleed to releasf' the pressure.
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Tumor in the mouth
Si Hua Zhong (77.09), bleed, and Si Hua Shang (77.08). Needle.
Tastelessness
Huo]u (66.11)
Toothache
1. Ling Gu (22.05), Ce San Li (77.22) and Ce Xia San Li (77.23 ). Alternate Ling Gu with
Ce San Li and Ce Xia San Li.
2. Si Hua Wai (77.14)
Dry mouth
1. Tong Shen (88.09) and Si Hua Wai (77.14). Needle.
2. Zu San Li (St 36). It can be very effective to bleed this point when the patient corn~
plains that their mouth is so dry that it feels like they arc "chewing a sweater" or that they
cannot eat a piece of toast.
Facial Diseases
Nervous twitch of the face
Ce San Li (77.22), Ce Xia San Li (77.23), and Zhong]iu Li (88.25). Needle these three
points on the opposite side.
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Tic douloureux
Yi Zhong (77.05), Er Zhong (77.06), San Zhong (77.07), Zhong ]iu U (88.25), Shang ]iu U
(88.26), and Xia]iu U (88.27)
Facial numbness
Yi Zhong (77.05), Er Zhong (77.06), San Zhong (77.07), Ce San U (77.22), and Ce Xia San
U (77.23). Bleed the first three points and needle the second two.
Cheekbone pain
1. Yi Zhong (77.05), Er Zhong (77.06), and San Zhong (77.07). Bleed the Three Measures.
2. Ce San U (77.22) and Ce Xia San U (77.23). Needle the opposite side.
Throat Diseases
Fish bone caught in the throat
Zu Qian]in (77.24)
Throat pain
1. Yi Zhong (77.05), Er Zhong (77.06), San Zhong (77.07), and Zu Qian]in (77.24). Bleed
any or all these points plus any tender area behind the ear.
2. Huo Zhu (66.04) and Tong Shen (88.09). This is for chronic or low-grade sore throat
due to yin vacuity.
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Tumor in the throat
Tong Shen (88.09)
Neck Diseases
Lymphadenopathy of the neck, scrofula
1. Yi Zhong (77.05), Er Zhong (77.06), San Zhong (77.07), and Uu Wan (66.08). Needle
Liu Wan on the diseased side.
2. Yi Zhong (77.05), Er Zhong (77.06), San Zhong (77.07), Cheng Fu (Bl36), and Zhi Bian
(Bl54). Bleed the Three Measures. Needle the remaining points.
Goiter
1. Yi Zhong (77.05), Er Zhong (77.06), San Zhong (77.07), Ce San Li (77.22), and Ce Xia
San Li (77.23). Bleed the Three Measures. Needle the other two points.
2. Zu Qian]in (77.24) and Zu Wu]in (77.25). Needle these points.
Neck rigidity (cervical spondylosis)
Zheng}in (77.01) and Zheng Zong (77.02)
Skin diseases of the neck
]ian Zhong (44.06)
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Parotitis (mumps)
Bleed the veins behind the ear.
Clavicular pain
Qi Hu (77.26)
Diseases of the Upper Extremities

Finger numbness
Shen Guan (77.18) and Guang Ming (77.28)
Palm pain, fingers in pain
Tu Shui (22.11)
Middle and fourth fingers in pain and/or impaired movement
Mu Dou (66.07) and Mu Uu (66.06)
Index finger pain
Si Hua Zhong (77.09)
Ten fingers all in pain
Shen Guan (77.18)

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Finger spasm
Huo Shan (33.04) and Huo Ling (33.05)
Soreness of the hand
Ce San Li (77.22) and Ce Xia San Li (77.23)
Middle finger numbness
Tong Guan (88.01) and Tong Shan (88.02)
Finger joint pain, arthritis
Wu Hu #land 2 (11.27) and Ren Shi (33.13)
Wrist joint pain
Ce San Li (77.22) and Ce Xia San Li (77.23)
Inability to raise the arm
1. Shen Guan (77.18). Treat the unaffected side. Insert at least 2.5 cun.
2. Si Hua Zhong (77.09). Treat the affected side.
3. Zu Wu]in (77.25) and Zu Qian]in (77.24)
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Hand pain, inability to grasp
Ce San Li (77 .22) and Ce Xia San Li (77.23 ). Treat the opposite side.
Shaking of the hands in the elderly when reading
Shen Guan (77.18), Zheng Hui (1010.01), and Yin Tang (M-HN-3)
Wrenched shoulder and shoulder pain
1. Shen Guan (77.18). Treat the unaffected side. Exercise the shoulder while the needle
is in place.
Upper arm pain
1. Ce San Li (77.22) and Ce Xia San Li (77.23). Treat the opposite side.
2. Shang Qu (44.16). Bleed.
3. Xi Yan (St 35) or Si Hua Zhong (77.09). Treats left arm pain. Bleed Si Hua Zhong.
Frozen shoulder
1. Shen Guan (77.18). Treat the unaffected side. Use if both shoulder and upper back are
in pain.
2. Si Hua Zhong (77.09). Treat the affected side.
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4.]ian Zhong (44.06)
5. Wai San Guan (77.27). Because this condition tends to relapse, the patient should do
exercise at home between treatments. Also, it is best to massage the affected area or use
gua sha during the treatment. Depending upon needles alone in the treatment of frozen
shoulder is not so effective. I personally cup the affected area first before exercising and
stretching the arm and shoulder.
Elbow pain
Tl1t:re are a number of treatment options for elbow pain.
1. Ling Gu (22.05). Treat the opposite side.
2. Zhong ]iu Li (88.25). Treat the opposite side.
3. My own point, Golf Point. This is located about 2 cun above Shao Hai (Ht 3 ).
4. Qu Chi (LI 11 ). Needle the opposite side. Insert at least 3 cun in depth.
Spasm of the hand
Huo Shan (33.06) and Si Du (TH 9). Treat Huo Shan on the opposite side.
Spasm and sprain of both hands
Qu Ling (33.16) and Shen Guan (77.18). Drain Qu Ung. Supplement Shen Guan.
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4.]ian Zhong (44.06)
5. Wai San Guan (77.27). Because this condition tends to relapse, the patient should do
exercise at home between treatments. Also, it is best to massage the affected area or use
gua sha during the treatment. Depending upon needles alone in the treatment of frozen
shoulder is not so effective. I personally cup the affected area first before exercising and
stretching the arm and shoulder.
Elbow pain
Tl1t:re are a number of treatment options for elbow pain.
1. Ling Gu (22.05). Treat the opposite side.
2. Zhong ]iu Li (88.25). Treat the opposite side.
3. My own point, Golf Point. This is located about 2 cun above Shao Hai (Ht 3 ).
4. Qu Chi (LI 11 ). Needle the opposite side. Insert at least 3 cun in depth.
Spasm of the hand
Huo Shan (33.06) and Si Du (TH 9). Treat Huo Shan on the opposite side.
Spasm and sprain of both hands
Qu Ling (33.16) and Shen Guan (77.18). Drain Qu Ung. Supplement Shen Guan.
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Diseases of the Lower Extremities

Ischial bone pain
1. LingGu (22.05) and Da Bai (22.04). This treats malfunction of the lungs resulting in
sciatica.
2. Shen Guan (77.18). This treats sciatica due to kidney vacuity and weakness.
3. Bi Yi (1010.22)
4. ]in Lin (DT.09), a.k.a. Gao Huang Shu (Bl 43 ). Use prompt prick method to bleed if
there is sciatica due to arteriosclerosis.
Thigh, hip, and knee swelling and pain
Huo Zhu (66.04)
Upper leg pain
]in Lin (DT.09)
Groin and inner thigh pain
Xin Men (33.12). Treat opposite side.
Calf spasm
Zu San Li (St 36)

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Foot spasm
Zheng ]in (77.01)
Foot soreness
Bei Mian (44.07) a.k.a. (Ll 15) or Wei Zhong (Bl 40). Use prompt prick technique to
bleed.
Leg atony, inability to walk (with palpitations)
1. ]ian Zhong (44.06) and Tong Tum (88.03)
2. Mu Zhi (1010.18)
Leg numbness
1. Si Ma Zhong (88.17), Si Ma Shang (88.18), and Si Ma Xia (88.19)
2. ]ian Zhong (44.06). Treat the opposite side.
3. Hua Gu San (55.04) and Hua Gu Si (55.05). I usually use these points for leg numb,
ness even though they tend to be quite painful. Nonetheless, they are the more useful
points.
Toe numbness
Tzan Huang Fu (77.18), Di Huang (77.19), and Ren Huang (77.21). These points can treat
both AIDS,related peripheral neuropathy and diabetic neuropathy. In both cases, the neu,
ropathy is due to kidney weakness.
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Legs painful and cold
1. Shuang Feng (DT.05), Tong Tzan (88.03), and Tong Wei (88.10). If the legs are icy cold
and the skin is purple coloreJ, blt:t:U Shuang Feng and then needle Tong Tzan and Tong
Wei.
2. Tong Shen (88.09) and Tong Wei (88.10). These points treat cold legs due to kidney
vacuity.
Knees painful and cold
Tong Tzan (88.03) and Tong Shan (88.02). Treat one side.
Knee pain
l.]ian Zhong (44.06). I do not use this treatment much.
2. San ]in (DT.07). I prefer this treatment for the elderly who have difficulty squatting
down. I bleed and cup this area especially in older patients who have had this problem
for a long time.
3. Zhong ]ian (11.05), Da ]ian (11.01), and Xiao ]ian (11.02). I treat these three points
together on the left side for knee pain.
4. Ling Gu (22.05). I use this for stiffness of the knee. Treat opposite side.
Sprained ankle
1. Wei Zhong (Bl40). Use prompt prick technique to bleed.
2. Wu Hu ( 11.27), specifically Five Tigers #4.
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Foot pain, cannot stand
Zhong ]iu Li (88.25), Shang ]iu Li (88.26), and Xia ]iu Li (88.27). Treat the opposite side.
Lower leg rheumatic pain
Zhong]iu Li (88.25), Shang]iu Li (88.26), and Xia]iu Li (88.27). Treat the opposite side.
Foot pain due to high blood pressure
Hou Xin (DT.ll) and Shuang Feng (DT.05). Bleed.
Swelling and pain of the lower leg
1. ]ian Zhong (44.06)
2. ling Zhi (DT.07). Bleed.
3. Zu Wu]ian (77.25) and Zu Qian]in (77.24). I prefer these points for the treatment of
swollen lower leg due to varicose veins.
For tumor on the large toe beside the nail
T~an Huang (77.17) and Tong Shen (88.09)
Soreness of both legs
]ian Yu (LI 15)
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Heel pain
1. Wei Zhong (RI 40). Bleed.
2. Da Ling (Per 7)
3. Tai Xi (Ki 3) and Kun Lun (Bl 60). Treat the opposite side.
Diseases of the Chest & Abdomen

Flank pain of the chest and abdomen
Si Ma Zhong (88.17), Si Ma ShanK (88.18), and Si Ma Xia (88.19). Needle Si Ma Zhong

first, then Si Ma Xia, then Si Ma Shang.
Pleurisy
Si Hua Zhong (77.09), Si Ma Zhong (88.17), Si Ma Shang (88.18), and Si Ma Xia (88.19).
Use prompt prick technique on Si Hua Zhong. Then needle the Four Horses.
Pain on the sides of the lower abdomen
Si Ma Zhong (88.17), Si Ma Shang (88.18), Si Ma Xia (88.19), Tong Tzan (88.03 ), and Tong
Wei (88.10). Needle all these points.
Intercostal neuralgia
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2. Si Hua Zhong (77.09). Bleed.
3. Ce San Li (77.22) and Ce Xia San Li (77.23)
Breast distention, breast pain, breast inflammation, breast cancer
Yi Zhong (77.05), Er Zhong (77.a6), and San Zhong (77.C7)
Acute pain in the lower abdomen
Fu Chao (VT.05). Use prompt prick technique.
Chest oppression, difficulty swallowing, difficulty breathing
1. Huo Shan (33.06) and Huo Ling (33.05)
2. Si Hua. Zhong (77.09). Use prompt prick technique.
Lowerabdominalpain
1. ]in Men (66.05)
2. Gan Men (33.10) and Qu Ling (33.16). Use these points if due to the liver.
Turgid pain of the large intestine, tenesmus
Chang Men (33.10)
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Intestinal and abdominal distention due to gas
1. Qu Ling (33.16) and Men]in (66.05)
2. Men ]in (66.05). Use only Men ]in if there is accompanying pain.
Contused wound of the chest
2. Si Hua Zhong (77.09) or Si Hua Wai (77.14). Bleed.
3. Prompt pricking adjacent to the wound is also effective.
Pain along the ren mai on the chest and abdomen
Shui Xiang (66.14)
Diseases of the Lower & Upper Back

One~sided upper back pain
Zhong Zi (22.01) and Zhong Xian (22.02). Use cupping or gua sha first and then needle for
better effect. Needle opposite side.
Bilateral upper back pain
1. Zheng Shi (77.03) and Bo Qiu (77.04)
2. Tnng Tian (88.03) and Tong Bei (88.11)

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Upper back and lower leg pain
Ma Kuai Shui (1010.14)
Shoulder and upper back pain
1. Zhong Zi (22.01) and Zhong Xian (22.02)
2. Tong Shen (88.09), Tong Wei (88.10), and Tong Bei (88.11). Of these three points,
choose two.
3. Si Hua Zhong (77.09)
Upper back and spinal deformity
Ming Huang (88.12), Qi Huang (88.14) and Tong Tzan (88.03)
Vertebral hypertrophy and tenderness of the vertebrae
1. Wei Zlwng (Bl4C) and Ming Huang (HH-12). Use prompt prick technique to bleed at
Wei Zhong. Then needle Ming Huang.
2. Zhong]iu Li (88.25), Shang]iu Li (88.26), Xia]iu Li (88.27), and Wan Shun Yi (22.08)
Wrenching injury of the spine
Bleed Wei Zhong (Bl40) and needle Ming Huang (88.12)

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Spinal pain causing sciatica
Si Hua Xia (77.11), Fu Chang (77.12) on the left side, use Si Hua Fu (77.10) on the right
side.
Low back pain
1. Shui]in (1010.20) and Shui Tong (1010.19)
2. Er ]iao Ming (11.12)
3. Si Hua Wai (77.14). Bleed.
4. T~an Huang Fu (77.18), Di Huang (77.19), and Ren Huang (77.21)
5. Wei Zhong (Bl40). If the pain is around Shen Shu (Bl 23), bleed Wei Zhnng.
6. Cheng Shan (Bl57), Kun Lun (Bl60), He Gu (Ll4), and Er ]ian (LI 2). If the pain is
around Da Chang Shu (Bl25), have patients lie on their back with their knees up. Needle
the above four points. Then patients should raise and lower their lower back 300 times.
If due to constipation, also deeply needle Zu San Li (St 36), 2.5 cun, to move the bowels.
7. Zheng]in (77.01), Cheng Shan (Bl57), Kun Lun (Bl60), He Gu (Ll4), and Er ]ian (Ll
2). For sacral area pain, needle all the above points and cup the entire affected area.
Low back pain due to kidney vacuity
Zhong Bai (22.06) and Wan Shu Yi (22.08)
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Low back sprain
1. Ma]inShui (1010.13), MaKuai Shui (1010.14), Shui Tong(1010.19), and Shui]in (1010.20)
2. Er ]iao Ming (11.12)
3. Wei Zhong (BI 40). Use prompt prick technique to bleed at Wei Zhong.
Middle of spine pain

Wei Zhong (BI 40) and Kun Lun (Bl 60). Use prompt prick technique to bleed at Wei
Zhong and needle Kun Lun bilaterally. Ont: l:an just let a few drops of blood from Wei
Zktw.f," but l prekr ro )ettbe point .bJeed .so that blood rons down to the heeJ. This gets
good results and one should not be afraid eo do this.
Heart Diseases
Angina or real heart pain, heart attack
1. Huo Bao (55.01). Use prompt prick technique. If dark blood exits, this treatment will
be especially effective. If the blood is not black, then the condition is life-threatening.
2. Zhong ]ian (11.05), Da ]ian (11.01), and Xiao ]ian (11.02). I prefer to use these points.
One should also tell the patient to go immediately to the hospital.
Swelling below the heart
1. Xin Men (33.12)
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2. Tong Guan (88.01) and Tong Shan (88.02)
3. Huo Zhu (66.04)
Tachycardia and palpitations
1. Xin Men (33.12), Tong Guan (88.01), and Tong Tum (88.03). First needle Xin Men.
Then needle Tong Guan and Tong Tian.
2. Si Hua Zhong (77.09) and/or Si Hua Wai (77.14). Use prompt prick technique.
3. Zu San Li (St 36). For patients with tachycardia due to overwork and lack of sleep, 1
prefer to needle deeply with draining technique Zu San U. After 1-2 hours, the heartbeat
will slow down. This condition is due to yin vacuity.
Heart numbness; the patient is constantly fidgeting and moving
1. Qu Ling (33.16). Bleed.
2. Si Hua Zhong (77.09) and Si Hua Wai (77.14). Bleed.
3. Huo Ying (66.03) and Huo Zhu (66.04). I prefer to supplement these two points, nour·
ishing wood to generate fire. I have treated many women who experience six hours or so
of heart numbness with their periods every month. In such cases, the stools are like sheep
droppings, just small balls. This is due to lack of blood.
Heart mouth pain associated with rheumatism
I. Tong Guan (88.01 ), Tong Tian (88.03 ), and Tong Shan (88.02). Choose two out of these
three points. This means that there should be four needles.
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2. Si Hua Zhong (77.09) and Si Hua Fu (77.10). Use prompt prick technique.
3. Tuzn Huang (77.17)
Bilateral heart pain due to cardiovascular arteriosclerosis
Si Hua Zhong (77 .09) and Si Hua Fu (77 .10). Use prompt pri~k technique to bleed. If the
blood is purple and dark, this treatment will always be effecttve.
Myocarditis
Xin Men (33.12). Mostly needle on the opposite side, i.e., on the right.
Diseases of the Liver & Ga11b1adder

Cirrhosis of the liver
1. Gan Shu (Bl18), Ming Huang (88.12), Tuzn Huang (88.13), and Qi Huang (88.14). Use
prompt prick technique to bleed at Gan Shu. Then needle Tlan Huang, Qi Huang, and
Ming Huang.
2. Shang Qu (44.16), Gan Men (33.11), and Ming Huang (88.12). Use prompt prick tech-
nique to bleed at Shang Qu. Then needle Gan Men and Ming Huang.
Hepatitis, acute or chronic
Gan Men (33.11), Ming Huang (88.12), and Chang Men (33.10). Always use the first two
points. If accompanied by diarrhea, then add Chang Men.
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TREATME~T FORMULARY
Cholecystitis
Tuzn Huang (88.13), Ming Huang (88.12), and Qi Huang (88.14). Needle bilaterally. Six
needles altogether.
Pain due to gallstones
Mu Zhi (1010.18)
Lung Diseases
Emphysema
Si Hua Zhong (77.09) and Si Hua Wai (77.14). Use prompt prick technique to bleed.
Pneumonia
Zhong Zi (22.01 ), Zhong Xian (22.02), ano Da Bai (22.04)
Bronchitis
Shui]in (lOlO.lO) and Shui Tong (1010.19). These points are quite useful for treating the
bronchi.
Pulmonary tuberculosis
Si Hua Zhong (77.09), Si Hua Wai (77.14), Si Ma Zhong (88.17), Si Ma Shang (88.18), and
Si Ma Xia (88.19). Bleed Si Hua Zhong and Si Hua Wai. Then needle the Four Horses.
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MASTER TONG'S ACUPUNC..IURE
Asthma
1. Shui ]in (1010.20) and Shui Tong (1010.19). These points are very useful for helping
the patient breathe more deeply. Sometimes the needles are left for more than an hour.
2. Da Bai (22.04), ZhongZi (22.01), and ZhongXian (22.02). IfShui]in and Shui Tong will
not work, then add these three points on the hand.
Diseases of the Spleen & Stomach

Splenomegaly
1. Mu Liu (66.06) and Mu Dou (66.07). The spleen is on the left, so these points are nee~
dled on the right.
2. Yi Zhong (77.05), Er Zhong (7 7.06 ), and .San Zhong (77.07). These points are also treat~
ed on the right.
Stomach diseases, including perforation due to ulcer
1. Si Hua Zhong (77.09), Si Hua Wai (77.14), TongGuan (88.01), and TongShan (88.02).
Bleed Si Hua Zhong and Si Hua Wai. Then needle Tong Guan and Tong Shan.
2. Zu San Li (St 36) and Xian Gu (St 43). I personally usually use these two points. Or I
may use Nei Ting (St 44) instead of Zu San Li.
Vomiting
1. Zong Shu (1010.07). Use prompt prick technique to bleed.
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TREATMENT FORMULARY
2. Si Hua Zhong (77.09), Shui]in (1010.20), and Shui Tong (1010.19). Bleed Si Hua Zhong.
Then needle Shui ]in and Shui Tong. This is very useful.
Excessive stomach acid
1. Tum Huang (77.17) and Shen Guan (77.18)
2. Tong Tian (88.03) and Tong Wei (88.10). Do not needle Zu San Li (St 36) since this
increases the secretion of stomach acid.
Acute stomach pain
1. Si Hua Zhong (77.09). Use prompt prick technique to bleed.
2. Tu Shui (22.11). This point increases stomach fire. Therefore, it is used for cold pain.
Gastritis
Men]in (66.05). This usually works very well.
Diseases of the Kidneys & Bladder

Nephritis
L Tong Shen (88.09), Tong Wei (88.10), and Tong Bei (88.11). Choose two out of these
three points, or four needles.
2. Shui Yu (44.17). Use prompt prick technique to let out yellow fluid.
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3. Wei Zhong (Bl 40). Personally, because nephritis is attended by back pain, I prefer to
bleed Wei Zhong to let out the black blood. After that, the patient should drink a lot of
warm water.
Kidney stones
Ma]in Shui (1010.13)
Edema
2. Tong Shen (88.09), Tong Wei (88.10), and Tong Bei (88.11)
Urinary bladder stones
Ma Kuai Shui (1010.14). For kidney stones, use Ma]in Shui (1010.13).
Intestinal Diseases
Acute intestinal inflammation
1. Si Hua Zhong (77.09) and Si Hua Wai (77.10). Use prompt prick technique to bleed.
2. Men ]in (66.05) and Zu San Li (St 36). Men ]in slows down the movement of the
intestines. Whenever there is diarrhea, this point should be considered. The day
after it is used, the stools will be formed. Zu San Li makes the bowels move. Using
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TREATMENT FoRMUlARY
these two points together balances and regulates the intestines and prevents consti~
pat ion.
Intestinal bleeding
Si Hua Zhong (77.09), Si Hua Wei (77.14), ]ie Mei Yi (88.04), ]ie Mei Er (88.05), lie Mei
San (88.06), Men]in (66.05), and Zu San Li (St 36). Use prompt prick technique to bleed
at Si Hua Zhong and Si Hua Wai. Then needle the Three Sisters to stop the bleeding. If
there is intestinal rumbling, add Men ]in and Zu San U.
Intestinal inflammation, colitis
Men]in (66.05), Chan]! Men (33.10), ~nd Zu Qian)in (77.24)
Hemorrhoids
1. Wei Zhon]! (Bl40), Qi Men (33.01), Qi Zhcng (33.03), and Qi]iao (33.02). Use prompt
prick technique to bleed. I usually let 20~30cc, even cupping over the point to draw out
more blood. Then also needle the last three points on both arms.
2. Er Bai. One point is located 4 finger widths above the wrist between ]ian Shi (Per 5)
and Nei Guan (Per 6); the other is par~l\et and ta.t.eia\ to it, on the thumb side of the two
central tendons. I personally like to use these two points. When used together, they are
called the Two Whites. These two points are on the lung channel. Hemorrhoids mean
that the intestines are not being held up sufficiently by the lungs. Needling these points
can stimulate the lungs so as to lift the intestinal qi.
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Duodenal ulcers
Si Hua Zhong (77.09), Si Hua Wai (77.14), and]ie Xi (St 41). Use prompt prick technique
to bleed.
Intestinal hernia
1. Promptly prick the area from the medial malleolus to San Yin]iao (Sp 6) to let blood.
2. Da ]ian (11.01), Xiao ]ian (11.02), Wai ]ian (11.04 ), and Zhong ]ian (11.05). Use four
needles.
Appendicitis
Si Hua Zhang (77.09) and Si Hua Wai (77.14). Use prompt prick technique to bleed.
Diseases of the Genitalia

Orchitis
Promptly prick the area from the medial malleolus to San Yin]iao (Sp 6) to bleed.
Frequent urination
1. Hai Bao (66.01) and Mu Fu (66.02)
2. Ma Kuai Shui (1010.14)
3. For nocturia in the elderly, they should eat Semen Nelumbinis Nuciferae (Lian Zi) in
order to supplement the lungs and thus hold in and hold up water.
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TREATMENT fORMULARY
Strangury conditions, urinary dripping and dribbling
1. Tong Shen (88.09), Tong Wei (88.10), and Tong Bei (88.11). This combination treats
kidney vacuity.
2. Huo Zhu (66.04 ). This point is also quite useful in treating !in diseases due to the liver.
Seminal emission
T~an Huang Fu (77.18), Di Huang (77.19), Ren Huang (77.21)
Hematuria
1. Twn Huang Fu (77.18), Di Huang (77.19), and Ren Huang (77.21)
2. Da Bai (22.04), Mu Fu (66.02), and Mu Xue (11.17)
U rethralgia
1. U Bai (44.12), Yuan Bai (44.11), and Fu]ian (11.04)
2. T~an Huang Fu (77.18), Di Huang (77.19), Ren Huang (77.21), and Fu]ian (11.04). I
prefer using the Three Emperors because the points on the upper arm in the previous for-
mula are difficult to locate.
Anuria
1. ]ian Zhong (44.06), Yuan Bai (44.11), and Xia Qu (44.15)
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2. Tzan Huang Fu (77.18), Di Huang (77.19), and Ren Huang (77.21). Generally, in case
of anuria, I prefer the Three Emperors.
Inflammation of the glans penis
Tzan Huang Fu (77.18), Di Huang (77.19), Ren Huang (77.21), and Zhong]i (CV 3). This
combination is quite effective for this problem. One should manipulate Zhong ]i until the
stimulation reaches the tip of the penis.
Impotence and premature ejaculation
Tzan Huang Fu (77.18), Di Huang (77.19), Ren Huang (77.21), Shui ]in (1010.21), and
Shui Tong (1010.19)
Gynecological Diseases
Uterine pain
1. Fu Ke (11.24)
2. Huan Chao ( 11.06). These two points can also be used together. Needle one point on
one side and the other point on the other side. I sometimes also use San Yin ]iao (Sp 6),
supplementing first, then draining, then supplementing again, and then draining again.
This can eliminate uterine pain.
Blockage of the fallopian tubes
Fu Ke (11.24), Huan Chao (11.06), and Mu Fu (66.02). Needle Fu Ke on one hand and
Huan Chao on the other.
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TREATMENT FORMULARY
Uterine tumor
1. Huan Chao (11.06), lie Mei Yi (88.04), ]ie Mei Er (88.05), and ]ie Mei San (88.06)
2. Zhong Zi (22.01), Zhong Xian (22.02), and Huan Chao (11.02). Prompt prick along the
line that connects Zhong Zi and Zhong Xian to bleed.
3. Fu Ke (11.24)
Red and white dai xia
1. Huan Chao (11.06), Fu Ke (11.24),]ie Mei Yi (88.04),]ie Mei Er (88.05), and]ie Mei
San (88.06)
2. Tong Shen (88.09), Tong Bei (88.10), and Tong Wei (88.10)
3. San Yin]iao (Sp 6). I prefer to treat dai xia with San Yin]iao.
Swelling of the external genitalia
Huan Chao (11.06) and Fu Ke (11.24)
Vaginitis
1. Yuan Bai (44.11) and Hai Bao (66.01)
2. Fu Ke (11.24)
Uterine inflammation, dysmenorrhea
Mu Fu (66.02) and Fu Ke (11.24). Mu Fu drains the liver. During the period, most
women suffer from liver repletion.
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MASTER TONG'S ACUPUNCTI.JRE
lJterble diseases
Shui Qu (66.09), Huo Zhu (66.04), and Fu Ke (I 1.24)
Difficult delivery
Huo Bao (55.01 ). Needle.
Paralytic Diseases Due to Stroke

Hemiplegia
1. Ung Gu (22.05) and Da Bai (22.04). Treat the opposite side. At the same time mobi,
lize the affected limb for 45 minutes. Without exercising the limbs, the results will be very
slow. These two points are mostly for paralysis of the arms.
2. Zhong]iu Li (88.25), Shang]iu Li (88.26), and Xia]iu Li (88.27). Treat the opposite side.
Exercise the affected limb for 45 minutes while the needles arc in place. This is mostly
for paralysis of the legs.
3. Zhong Zi (22.01) and Zhong Xian (22.02). Treat the opposite side. Do not forget to exer,
cise the affected limb.
Apoplexy with coma and loss of speech
Zheng Hui (1010.01), Qian Hui (1010.05), Hou Hui (1010.06), and Ling Gu (22.05)
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TREATMENT FORMULARY
Stiff tongue and loss of speech as the sequelae of windstroke
1. Shang Qiu (44.16) and Zheng Hui (1010.01)
2.]in]in and Yu Ye (M,HN,20). Bleed.
Parkinson's disease
1. Shen Guan (77.18), Guang Ming (77.28), and Ming Huang (88.12)
2. Ming Huang (88.12), Qi Huang (88.14), and Shen Guan (77.18). This is for leg shak,
ing. If, after this treatment, the patient experiences dizziness, supplement Zu San Li (St
36).
3. Zheng Hui (1010.01), Qian Hui (1010.05), and Mu Zhi (1010.18)
4. Tong Tzan (Bl 7), Cheng Guang (Bl6), and Wu Chu (Bl 5). For hands shaking, needle
through and through transversely from Tong Tzan to Wu Chu in that direction.
Stiffness of the hands and inability to straighten out the fingers as the seque..
lae to windstroke
Zhong Zi (22.01) and Zhong Xian (22.02). Treat the opposite side.
Miscellaneous Diseases
High blood pressure
1. Wu Ling (DT.04). Bleed.
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2. Pi Shu (Bl 20). Use prompt prick technique to bleed.
3. Si Hua Zhong (77.09) and Si Hua Wai (77.14). Use prompt prick technique to bleed.
When one tries to bleed the points on the back above, only a drop or two of blood can
be squeezed out. This is not enough. Therefore, bleed these points and let them run more
copiously.
4. Tian Huang (77 .17). After bleeding, then also needle TICln Huang.
Jaundice
Ming Huang (88.12), TICln Huang (88.14), and Qi Huang (88.15)
Diabetes mellitus
Yong Quan (Ki 1), TICln Huang Fu (77.18), Di Huang (77.19), and Ren Huang (77.21). If
there is thirst, needle Tong Shen (RR.09).
Swollen, edematous limbs
TICln Huang Fu (77.18), Di Huang (77.19), Ren Huang (77.21), Tong TICln (88.03), Zhong
Bai (22.06), and Xia Bai (22.07)
Urticaria (hives)
TICln Huang Fu (77.18), Ren Huang (77.21), Men]in (66.05), Si Ma Zhong (88.17), Si Ma
Shang (88.18), Si Ma Xia (88.19), and Zhong ]iu U (88.25) Prompt prick the area from
TICln Huang Fu to Ren Huang to bleed. Then bleed Men ]in. Follow this by needling the
Four Horses and Zhong]iu U. I have not tried this entire protocol. I do know that the Four
Horses and Zhong ]iu U can treat hives. For severe cases, one must treat again and again.
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TREATMENT FORMULARY
Insomnia
Tuzn Huang Fu (77.18), Di Huang (77.19), Ren Huang (77.21), and Zhen]ing (1010.08)
High fever
1. Da Bai (22.04 ). Needle deeply to reduce fever.
2. Wu Ling (DT.04 ). If the fever persists, bleed a number of these points.
Intoxication
Er Huan (99.01) and Su Liao (GV 25). Use prompt prick technique to bleed at Er Huan.
Also bleed Su Liao.
Epilepsy
Fei Shu (Bl 13) and ]ue Yin Shu (Bl 14). Use prompt prick technique to bleed. After a
number of treatments, the frequency of epileptic attacks may be reduced.
Coma, unconsciousness
Huo Ying (66.03), Zheng Hui (1010.01), Qian Hui (1010.05), and Wu Ung (DT.04). Bleed
all of these points.
Needle shock
1. Shou]ie (22.10) and Xia Bai (22.07). Needle from Shou]ie through to Xia Bai.
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2. I prefer to simply raise the legs and put a cool towel on the patient's forehead. I only
use the above points if there is numbness of the face and lips after the patient has come
to. Because the patient has already fainted due to fear, using more needles only runs the
risk of producing even more fear. If necessary, one can moxa Zu San Li (St 36).
Common cold
1. Wu Ung (DT.04 ). Bleed to reduce fever.
2. Ce San Li (77.22) to clear the nose
Loss of voice
Shi Yin (88.32). I have not found this to be effective.
Cholera with spasm of the lower legs
Si Hua Zhong (77.09), Si Hua Wai (77.14), and Bo Qiu (77.04). Bleed Si Hua Zhong and
Si Hua Wai. Needle Bo Qiu.
Fatty tumor (lipoma)
Ming Huang (88.12)
Vein tumor (hemangioma)
Bleed locally above and below tumor on visible small veins.
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TREATMENT FORMULARY
Arteriosclerosis
1. Wei Zhong (Bl40). Use prompt prick technique to bleed.
2. Si Hua Zhong (77.09) and Si Hua Wai (77.14). Bleed.
3. Wu Ling (DT.04). Bleed.
Low white blood cell count
1. Qi Huang (88.14) and Gan Men (33.11 ). Needle.
2. Qi Huang (88.14) and Shen Guan (77.18). This may be used alternately with the above.
Low red blood cell count
Gan Men (33.11). Needle.
High white blood cell count
Ming Huang (88.12), T~an Huang (88.13), and Qi Huang (88.14)
Bruxism (grinding of teeth while asleep)
Si Hua Xia (77.11). Needle. This is very useful.
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Extreme fatigue
1. Bi Yi (1010.22). Needle.
2. Zu San Li (St 36), San Yin]iao (Sp 6), Qu Chi (LI 11), He Gu (LI 4), Lie Que (Lu 7),
Zheng Hui (1010.01), and Zhen]ing (1010.08). I prefer to treat fatigue by supplementing
the first two points and draining the rest. At first, the patient may feel even more tired
because of feeling so relaxed. If they fall asleep, when they awake they will feel refreshed
and have renewed energy.
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Symptom Index
A blindness, night 17Z

blood pressure, high 49, 50, 55-57, 73, 74, 89, 92,
abdominal cramping 42 102,149,167,168 ,170,188,207
abdomina\ distention 27' 51' 52, 69, n. 88, 118,
b\ood vesse\s, greenish ll
body odor 53, 55, 145
133, 137, 140, 191
abdominal distention due to J:!a5 191 bones, deformity or swelling of 85
ahlominal pain 14, 41, 42, 62, 190 brain distention 130
ahlominal tightness 126 brain, edema of 63
abortion 13 brain nerve pain 63
abscesses 29 brain tumors 63, 64, 75, 82
aching from injections 119 breast bone pain 98
acne 113 breast cancer 82, 190
albuminuria 57, 92, 94, 95 breast distention 82, 190
alcohol, overdrinking 61 breast engorgement 19
amenorrhea 32, 157 breast enlargement 19
anemia 40, 93, 101, 168 breast implants 17
anemia, cerebral 101 breast inflammation 83, 146, 190
angina 194 bronchitis 9, 197
anuria 203, 204 bruxism 211
apnea 119 bulging eyeballs 173
apoplexy 206
appendicitis 69, 202 c
arm numbness, upper 117
arteriosclerosis 50, 53, 55, 56, 85, 87, 149, 150, calf spasm 185
153, 154, 159, 167, 185, 196, 211 cancer 12, 25,31,32,69,82, 99, 114,190
arthritis 21, 46, 141, 182 cancer, breast 82, 190
arthritis, hyperplastic osteo- 26 cancer, liver 25
ascites 25 cancer, lung 31, 32
asthma 30-32, 40, 44-46, 52, 72, 83-86, 89, 112, canthi, redness of both 31
127, 140, 141, 159, 198 cataraccs 75, 76, 100, 172
asthma, pediatric 31, 32 cerebellar pain 158
astigmatism 93, 100, 171 cerebroma 169
cerebrovascular disease 130
B cheekbone pain 179
chest, contused wound of 191
Bell's palsy 82 chest fullness 9, 11, 43, 45
bladder channel pain 41 chest oppression 40, 43, 190
bladder stones 136, 200 chest pain 31, 39, 40, 59, 60
213
chills, severe 105 drooling in children, continuous 28
cholecystitis 197 dry heaves 44
cholera 43, 46, 52, 81, 83, 89, 126, 127, 132, 149, dyspnea 140
159, 160, 210
circulatory diseases 102, 152 E
cirrhosis of the liver 25, 57, 108, 109, 124, 196
clavicular pa:n 98, 99, 181
colitis 69, 201 ear inflammation 112
costal pain, lateral 13 ear nerve pain I I 7, 176
coma 206, 209 ear pain 175
common cold 22, 30, 40, 45, 47, 52, 104, 105, edema 9,33,52,63, 106,200
125, 126, 147, 149, 155, 156, 159, 210 edemarous swelling 72, 75, 88, 94
complexion, darkish facial 142 elbow pain 32, 93, 184
conjunctiviti~ 61, 170 emphysema 197
constipation 38, 156, 193, 201 encephalon 169
consumptive disease 27, 88 enteritis 42, 43, 85, 97
contusion 119 epilepsy 116, 127, 209
convulsions 83, 89, 127, 132 estrogen replacement therapy 17
coronary arteries, blockage of 92 exhaustion 33, 34, 40, 49, 52, 55, 56, 70, 71, 108,
costal pleural inflammation 89, 98 124. 139
coughing 9 exopthalmia 81, 173
cramping, abdominal 42 eye pain 7, 9, 85, 108, 118
crdnial WnQ, c:nhugement of 77 eyelids, inflammation of 61
cystitis 22, 23 eyelid, twitching of 173
eyes, black circles around 172
eyes awry 117, 177
D eyes bloodshot 173
eyes red 61, 170
dai~ 12,37,53,54,65, 106,205 eyes tear in the wind I 72
dead fetus 156 eyes, tearing 22, 61
deaf mutism I 76
deafness 32, 61, 112, 148, 176 F
delivery, difficult 32, 59, 68, 206
dental surgery 67
face, yellow 52
depression 23, 51, 143, 147, 160
facial nerve twitch 114
diabetes mellitus 50, 53, 92, 94, 95, 100, 106, 125,
facial palsy 89
145, 156, 208
facial paralysis 19, 50, 96, 114, ll5, 127, 138, 142
diarrhea 42, 43, 140, 196, 200
fainting 18, 36, 66
disoriented 169
faintness 35, 36
dizziness 11, 32, 33, 36, 40, 42, 49, 50, 55, 56, 66,
fallopian tubes, blockage of 13, 204
73, 74. 79, 83, 92, 95, 101, 106, 110, 117, 130,
fallopian tubes not free flowing 65
139, 141, 142. 149, 156, 168, 207
fatigue 15, 49, 93, 119, 141, 143, 171,212
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fatigue, extreme 171, 212 H
fear 35, 117, 119,210
fear of needles 35 halitosis 145
feet numb 59, 150 hand bone pain 36
feet ice cold 59 hand pain 29, 44, 45, 52, 150, 183
female hormones 17 hand sweating 22
fetus, dead 156 hands numb 150
fetus, slippery 108 hands, palms of, cracked and rough 22
fever 30-32, 47, 75, 105, 125, 147, 149, 156, 159, hardening of the spleen 23
209,210 headache 32, 34,45,49, 50,61, 68-70,74,78,79,
fever, high 31. 32, 105, 125, 147, 149, 209 81, 89, 92, 93, 105, 116, 130, 132, 133, 135, 142,
fever, postpartum 75 147. 149, 156, 158, 159, 167, 168
fidgeting 92, 195 lu:adache, frontal 168
finger joint pain 182 headache, kidney vacuity 34
finger numbness 181, 182 headache, one-sided 32, 81, 89, 142, 167
finger pain 64, 86, 181 headache, posterior 168
finger spasm 182 heart attack 12, 18, 59, 194
fingers have no strength 61 heart blockage 46
fish bone caught in throat 14, 98, 179 heart disease 7, 9, 21, 24, 84, 92, 120, 194
flank pain 14, 17,112,113,160, 189 heart disease, rheumatic 21, 24
flu 105 heart heavy 85
food poisoning 145 heart numbness 68, 85, 195
foot numbne~~ 62, 63 heart organ decline 20, 120, 124, 155
foot pain 29, 55, 150, 152, 188 heart organ disease 7, 24, 45, 53, 68, 81, 83, 85,
foot soreness 186 89, 101
foot spasm 186 heart pain, acute 59
forearm pain 38, 39 heart palpitations 9, 11, 18, 24, 30, 38, 43, 45, 46,
furunculosis 155 50,66, 73, 74,83,89, 101,143,160
heart paralysis 87
G heart rate, accelerated 39
heart, swelling below 194
gallbladder disease 52, 70,n. 110, 139 heel pain 29,111,189
gallbladder inflammation 110, 111 hematuria 94, 95, 203
gallbladder wind 119 hemiplegia 16, 32, 50, 56, 112, 117, 120, 127, 130,
gallstones Ill, 197 142,149,206
gastric hemorrhage 103, 160 hemorrhage, gastric 103, 160
gastritis 199 hemorrhoid 37
gastroenteritis 43, 81, 83, 89 hepatitis 25, 27, 42, 43, 57, 108-110, 196
glaucoma 173 hepatomegaly 25
goiter l8:l hernia 7-12,202
growth and maturation 22 hernia, intestinal 202
hip pain ll8
215
hives 208 K
hordeolum 170
hydrocephalus 169
kidney organ inflammation 34, 48, 75, 94, 106,
hyperactivity 127
136, 156
hypertension 49
kidney pain 17, 161
hyperthyroidism 81,97
kidney stones 57, 136, 200
kidney vacuity 7, 20, 34, 45, 14-76, 93-95, 106,
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126,139,141,142,156,185,187,193,203
knee pain 7, 9, 11, 15, 21, 30, 44, 50, 102, 124,
impotence 94, 95, 106, 156, 204
142, 152, 153, 187
inability to grasp 183
knee pain, heart or kidney 7
inability to raise the arm 182
knee pain, inner 44
inability to walk 186
knee pain without swelling 7
incontinence 94, 13 7
knee swelling 185
index finger pain 64, 86, 181
knees painful and cold 187
indigestion 108, 160
knife wounds 72
infantile paralysis 50, 53-51, 70, 71
infertility 13, 27
inflammation, kidney organ 34, 48, 75, 94, 106, L
136, 156
injury 15, 52-54, 112, 117, 119, 168, 192 laryngitis 47, 51, 121
insertion, painless 8 leg atony 186
insomnia 106, 209 leg numbness 41, 78, 186
intestinal bleeding 201 legs are bloated 17
intestinal cholera 46, 52 leukemia 70, 108
intestinal pain 32, 43, 103 lin bing 94, 124
intestines, inflammation of 14, 88 lip pain 90
intoxication 209 lipoma 210
ischial bone pain 185 liver cancer 25
ischial nerve pain 32 liver cholera 43, 46, 52, 149, 159, 160
itching 53, 54, 91, 145 liver, cirrhosis of 25, 57, 108, 109, 124, 196
itching, vaginal 54 liver disease 59, 68, 70, 71, 81, 124
itching with intercourse 53 liver, enlargement of 124
liver f~re effulgence 22
J liver imbalances 8
liver pain 25, 43, 108
jaundice 27, 110,111,208 longevity 20, 40
jaw pain 66, 67, 176 low back soreness 33, 40, 55, 56, 74, 81, 108, 156
jaws, clenched 67 low back sprain 194
joints, subluxation of 56 low back, wrenched 18, 136,156, 157
lower abdominal pain 190
216
lower leg numbness 41 navel pain 161
lower leg pain 16, 52, 53, SS, 68, 74, 153, 192 nearsightedness 172
lower leg rheumatic pain 188 neck aching 16, so
lower limb numbness 144 neck movement, restriction of 74
lower limb pain 32 neck nerve pain 72
lump glomus 82 neck sinew pain 77
lung cancer 31, 32 needle shoclc 36, 119, 209
lung disease 72, 112 neoplastic surgery 29
lymphadenopathy 180 nephritis 199, 200
nerve paralysis 112, 117, 130
M nerves wealc 68
nervous system dysfunction 127
nervous twitch of tht> face 178
malignancies 29
mastitis 82 night blindness 172
maxillary pain 142 night-crying 18, 19, 139
memory, poor 136 nightmares 18, 117
Meniere's disease 110 nocturnal emissions 95
meningitis 75, 82, 108, 169 nosebonepain 17, 18,174
menstrual irregularity lZ, 27, 32, 37, 65, 94, 156 nose, dry 17 3
menstrual pain 27, 32, 65 nose, inflammation of 14
menstruation, excessive or scanty 27 nose, redness of the tip 174
mental disorders 132 nosebleed 35, SO, 81, 174
mental overstimulation 119 numbness 35, 41, 59, 62, 63, 68, 70, 74, 78, 85, 87,
migraine 32, 69, 167 93, 95, 115, 117, 144, 155, 179, 181, 182, 186,
miscarriage 12, 108 195, 210
mouth dry 20, 178
mouth pain 195 0
mouth, sores in 90
mouth, tumor growing inside 83, 178 urdl candidiasis 90
mouth, wry 82, 114 orchitis 202
mumps 181 osteoarthritis 26
muscle pain 62 otitis media 175
muscles, atony of 19 outer ankle pain 33
muscular cramping 40 overdose on Angel Dust 64
myocarditis 196 overwork 15,86, 110,143,195
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nasal blockage 69 pain, abdominal 14, 41, 42, 62, 190

nasal inflammation 40, 45, 112, 136 pain, bladder channel 41
217
pain, brain nerve 63 pain, stomach 36, 62, 85, 87, 88, 101, 149, 160,
pain, breast bone 98 199
pain, cerebellar 158 pain, throat 107, 159, 179
pain,cheekbone 179 pain, twisting vertebral 77
pain, chest 31, 39, 40, 59, 60 pain, uterine 12, 13, 106, 204
pain, clavicular 98, 99, 181 pain, vaginal 53, 54
pain, ear 175 pain, wrist joint 182
pain, elbow 32, 93, 184 pallor 119
pain, eye 7,9,85, 108,118 panting 40
pain, finger 64, 86, 181 paralysis of the arms 206
pain, finger joint 182 Parkinson's disease 96, 12B, 207
pain,flank 14,17,112,113,160,189 parotitis 97, 99, 181
pain,~t 29,55, 150,152,188 penis, inflammation of the glans 204
pain, forearm 38, 39 pharyngitis 99, 126, 142
pain, hand 29,44,45,52, 150,183 phlegm, yellow 9
pain, hand bone 36 photophobia 61
pain, heel 29, 111, 189 pineapple cure 69
pain, hip 118 pleurisy 189
pain, index finger 64, 86, 181 pneumonia 30, 32, 197
pain, intestinal 32, 43, 103 poisoning, food or drug 145
pain, ischial bone 185 poisoning, gas 145
pain, ischial nerve 32 polio 50, 70
pain, jaw 66, 67, 176 polycythemia 125
pain, kidney 17, 161 postpartum invasion of external cold 113
pain, knee 7,9, 11, 15, 21,30,44, 50,102,124, premature ejaculation 94, 106, 156, 204
142, 152, 153, 187 prolapse, rectal 69
pain, large intestine 190 promoting conception 28
pain,lip 90 psoriasis 113, 114
pain, liver 25, 43, 108 psychosis 135
pain, lower leg 16, 52, 53, 55, 68, 74, 153, 192 pulse, slow 66, 85
pain, lower limb 32
pain, maxillary 142
pain, muscle 62 R
pain, mouth 195
pain, neck nerve 72 rabies 145
pain, nose bone 17, 18 rectal prolapse 69
pain, outer ankle 33 red blood cell count, low 211
pain, palm of the hand 29, 44, 45, 181 retching 52
pain, ren mai 191 rheumatism 21, 24, 101, 106, 195
pain, shoulder 15, 44, 45, 50, 51, 92, 108, 183 rhinitis 47, 89,125,135,174
pain, spinal 16, 17, 32,63,193 rib pain 113
218
s stomach disease, chronic 36, 84
stomach, hyperacidity of 92-94
stomach pain 36, 62, 85, 87, 88, 101, 149, 160,
sciatica 31-34,40,41,56, 57, 62, 63, 80, 81,
199
89, 112, 113, 125, 127, 142, 144, 153, 185,
stomachache 10, 142, 168
193
stones stuck in the urethra 13 7, 138
sclera, yellowing of 27
stops bleeding 62, 72
scorpion bite 145
strabismus 114
scrofula 180
strangury diseases 94, 203
sex change 17
stroke 16, 127, 206
shaking 119, 183, 207
stuffed nose 173
shaking of the hands 183
sty 170
shan qi 7, 9-11, 64, 137
sugar urine disease 53
shoulder, frozen 183, 184
sunstroke 152
shoulder immobility 99
swallowing, difficulty 190
shoulder pain 15, 44, 45, 50, 51, 92, 108, 183
sweats, cold 119
shoulder, wrenched 183
swelling of the yin gate 12
sinews, spasm of 81, 83, 89
sinusitis 174
skin diseases 13, 22, 50, 180 T
skin dry 113, 114
skin sensitiviry, allergic 116 tachycarJia 195
skin tinea 112 tastelessness 178
skin, yellow 27 teeth, soreness of 34
sleep, loss of 132, 156 tenesmus 190
spasm 39, 46, 81, 83, 89, 127, 141, 142, 176, tetany 83, 89
182,184-186, 210 thigh pain, inner 185
spasm due to wind 127 thighs sore 132
spasm of the right forearm 39 throat, inflammation of the 121, 126
speech, loss of 120, 127, 130, 206, 207 throat pain 107, 159, 179
spinal deformity 192 throat tumor 126
spinal pain 16, 17, 32, 63, 193 thrush 90
spleen, enlargement of 23, 52, 70, 82 thyroiditis 97, 98, 159
spleen, inflammation of 23 tic douloureux 179
spleen qi agitation 22 tinnitus 14, 32, 61, 112, 175
splenomegaly 198 toe numbness 186
sprain 78, 8::J, 119, 184, 194 tonsillitis 81, 99
sprain of both hands 184 tooth extraction 6 7, 177
sprained ankle 187 toothache 10,61,83,89,96, 178
stiff tongue 177, 207 toxic heat 155, 160
stomach acid, excessive 199 trachoma 61, 171
219
tremors of the four limbs 127, 132 V
trigeminal neuralgia 11 7
ruberculosis, bone 130
vaginal itching 54
tuberculosis, pulmonary 86, 197
vaginal pain 53, 54
tumor, brain 63, 64, 75, 82
varicose veins 17, 188
tumor, uterine 27, 66, 68, 75, 103, 205
vascular system disease 119
typhoid fever 159
vertebra prolapse 48
vertebral hypertrophy 192
u vertigo 11, 73, 74, 108, 133
vinegar egg treatment 50
ulcer 198 vision, blurred 141, 170, 171
ulcers, duodenal 202 vision, double 173
upper arm pain 45, 57, 89, 99, 118, 142, 158, vision, flowery 34, 40, 42, 74, 101, 110, 130,
183 139, 142. 156
upper back pain 20, 30, 32-34, 44, 45, 48, 57, vision problems 33
58, 74. 76, 80, 81, 93, 98, 110, 112, 113, voice, loss of 121, 122, 210
117, 118, 127, 156, 158, 191, 192 vomiting 43, 52, 70, 84, 92, 93, 119, 123, 132,
upperleg pain 117, 118, 185 140, 141, 147. 149, 198
urethralgia 203
urethritis 10 w
urinary bladder stones 200
urination, frequent 12, 32, 136, 202
wall eyes 171
urination, painful 32, 145
weakness, general physical 127
urine, yellow 27
white blood cell count, high 211
urticaria 208
white blood cell count, low 211
uterine cancer 12
windsttoke 120,130,155,177,207
uterine pain 12, 13, 106, 204
wrist joint pain 182
uterine tumor 27, 66, 68, 75, 103, 205
uterus, inflammation of the 27
uterus, retroversion of the 12
220
Point Name Index
Bei Mian (44.07) 51, 186 Gan Mao San (DT.12} 155
Bi Yi (1010.22) 142, 185, 211. Gan Mao Yi (88.07} 104-106
Bo Qiu (77.04) 81, 191, 210 GanMen(33.11} 42,43,196,211
CeSanU(77.22) 96,97,167,173-175, GuangMing(77.28} 99,170,171,173,
177-180, 182, 183, 190, 210 175,181,207
Ce Xia San U (77.23) 96, 97, 167, 173, Hai Bao (66.01) 64, 202, 205
175, 177-180, 182, 183, 190 Hou Eliu (VT.Ol} 159
Chang Men (33.10) 42, 43, 190, 196, 201 Hou Hui (1010.06} 127, 130, 131, 206
Chong Xiao (DT.l7) 158 Hou Xin (DT.ll} 154, 188
Da Bai (22.04) 31, 32, 185, 197, 198, Hou Zhi (44.05} 49, 50, 56
203,206,209 Hua Gu Er (55.03} 61
Da}ian (11.01) 7, 9, 11, 187, 194,202 Hua Gu San (55.04} 62, 78, 144, 186
Dan (11.13) 18 Hua Gu Yi (55.02} 61, 172, 176
Di Huang (77.19) 94, 95, 169-173, 186, Huan Chao (11.06} 12, 28, 54, 104, 204,
193,203,204,208,209 205
Di Shi (33.14) 45,46 Huo Bao (55.01} 59, 194, 206
Di Zong (44.09) 53, 54 Huo Chuan (33.04} 38, 39
DingZhu (DT.10) 154 Huo Er (99.03} 124
Er Bei (99.07) 126 Huo Fu Hai (33.07} 40
Er Huan (99.01) 123, 209 Huolu (66.11} 74, 75, 168, 171, 178
Er}iao Ming (11.12) 17, 174, 193, 194 Huo Uan (66.10} 73-75
Er San (99.08) 126 Huo Ling (33.05) 39, 182, 190
Er Zhong (77.06} 82, 83, 169, 172, Huo San (66.12} 74, 75
175-177,179,180,190,198 Huo Shan (33.06} 39, 184, 190
Fei Xin (11.11} 16 Huo Xi (11.16} 21
Fenlin (44.01) 47 Huo Ying (66.03} 66, 68, 87, 168, 176,
Fen Zhi Shang (DT.Ol} 145, 146 195, 209
Fen Zhi Xia (DT.02) 145 Huo Zhi (88.15} 110, 111
Fu Chang (77.12} 88, 193 Huo Zhu (66.04} 87, 179, 185, 195, 203,
Fu Chao Er Shi San (VT.05} 161 206
Fu Ding (44.04} 49, 50, 56 lian Zhong (44.06} 50, 54, 57, 174, 177,
Fu lian (1 L::J3} 10, 11 180, 184, 186-IR8, 203
Fu Ke (11.24) 27, 54, 104, 204-206 lie (88.28} 77, 119
Fu Kuai (1010.15} 137 lie Mei Er (88.05) 103-105, 201, 205
Fu Yuan (11.22} 26 lie Mei San (88.06} 104, 105, 201, 205
Gan Mao Er (88.08} 105, 106 lie Mei Yi (88.04} 103, 104, 201, 205
221
]in Er(99.05) 115 Qi Xing (DT.OJ) 147
]in Un (DT.09) 153, 185 Qi Zheng (33.03) 37, lOI
]in Qian Shang (88.14) 116 Qian Hui (1010.05) 117, 130, 131, 106,
]in Qian Xia (88.13) 116 107,209
]in Wu (VT.03) 160 Qu Ling (33.16) 46, 175, 184, 190, 191,
ling Zhi (DT.08) 153 195
]iu Hou (DT.06) 151 Ren Huang (77.11) 56, 66, 75, 94, 96, 169-173,
Li Bai (44.12) 55, 203 175, 18~ 193,203,204,20~209
Ling Gu (22.05) 32, 167, 170, 178, 184, Ren Zong (44.08) 52, 53
185,187,206 San]iang (DT.15) 157
Liu Kuai (1010.16) 137, 138 San]in (DT.07) 151, 187
Liu Wan (66.08) 71, 72, 176, 180 San Yan (ll.ll) 15
Luo Tong (44.14) 56 San Zhong (77.07) 81, 83, 167, 169, 172,
Ma]in Shui (1010.13) 136, 139, 194,200 175-177,179,180,190,198
Ma Kuai Shui (1010.14) 136, 138, 191, Shang Bai (21.03) 31, 33, 170
194,lOO,lOl ShangChun (77.15) 89,90
Men]in (66.05) 68,167,174,191, Shang ]iu Li (88.26) 117, 179, 188, 191, 106
199-101 Shang Li ( 1010.09) 133, 135
MingHuang(88.12) 108-llO, 170,171, Shang Uu (55.06) 63, 67, 169, 176
175,192,196, 197,l07,l08,l10,l11 ShangQuan (88.ll) 115
Mu Dou (66.07) 70, 71, 181, 198 ShiEr Hou (VT.Ol) 159
Mu Er (99.01) 113 Shi Yin (88.31) 121, 210
Mu Fu (66.01) 65, 202-105 Shou]ie (21.10) 35, 109
Mu Huo (11.10) 16 Shou Qian]in (33.09) 41, 81
Mu Liu (66.06) 70, 177, 181, 198 Shou Wu]in (33.08) 41,81
Mu Xue (11.17) ll Shou Ying (44.03) 48, 49, 55
Mu Yan (11.20) 15 Shuang Feng (DT.05) 150, 187, 188
Mu Zhi (1010.18) 139, 186, 197, 107 Shuang He (DT.16) 158
Nei Tong Guan (88.19) 110, Ill Shui Er (99.06) 125, 116
Nei Tong Shan (88.30) 120, 121 Shui Fu (DT.14) 156
Nei Tong Tian (88.31) Ill Shui]in (1010.20) 78, 140, 141, 193, 194,
Pi Zhong (11.18) 23 197-199
Qi Hu (77.16) 98, 181 Shui]ing (66.13) 75
QiHuang(88.14) 109-111,191,196, Shui Qu (66.09) 72, 106
197,107,111 Shui Tong (1010.19) 78, 139-141, 193,
Qi]iao (33.01) 37, 38, lOI 194, 197-199, 104
Qi Kuai (1010.17) 138 Shui Xian (66.15) 76
Qi Men (33.01) 37, 38, 101 ShuiYu (44.17) 57,199
222
Shui Zhong (DT.13) 156 Tong Wei (88.10) 107, 187, 189, 192, 199,
Si Fu Er (1010.10) 133, 135 200,203
Si Fu Yi (1010.11) 135 Tu Er (99.04) 124
Si Hua Fu (77.10) 87, 88, 193, 196 TuShui(22.11) 36,181,199
Si Hua U (77.13) 88 Wai]ian (11.04) 10, 11, 202
Si Hua Shang (77.08) 84, 85, 96, 178 Wai San Guan (77.27) 99, 184
Si Hua Wai (77.14) 89, 167, 169, 175, Wan Shu Er (22.09) 35
177, 178, 191, 193, 195, 197, 198, 202, Wan Shun Yi (22.08) 34, 35, 192
Z08, 210, 211 Wei Mao Qi (Vf.04) 160
Si Hua Xia (77.11) 87, 88, 193, 211 Wu Hu (11.27) 29, 187
Si Hua Zhong (77.09) 69, 85, 87, 89, 93, 168, Wu Ling (DT.04) 149, 167, 168, 170, 207,
178, 181-183, 189-192, 195, 196, 197, 209, 211
199-202,208,210,211 Xin Bai (22.07) 34, 172, 208, 209
SiMaShang(88.18) 112,113,172-177, Xia Chun (77.16) 90
186, 189, 191, 192, 197, 208 Xia ]iu U (88.27) 118, 179, 188, 192, 206
Si Ma Xia (88.19) 113, 172-177, 186, 189, Xia Qu (44.15) 56, 203
191, 192, 19i, 208 Xia Quan (88.20) 114, 115
S1 Ma Zhong (88.17) 111-113, 172-177, Xiao]ian (11.02) 9, 11, 187, 194, 202
186,189,191, 19l, 197,208 Xin Chang (11.19) 24
Si Zhi (77.20) 94 Xin Men (33.12) 43, 185, 194-196
Tran Huang (77.17) 56, 66, 75,92-94, Xin Xi (11.09) 15
188,196,199,208 Yan Huang (11.23) 27
T~an Huang (88.13) 108, 109, 196, 197, YiZhong(77.01) 81-83,169,172, 175-177,
211 179, 180, 190, 198
Tum Huang Fu (77.18) 92-94, 169-173, Yu Huo (1010.21) 142, 143
186,193,203,204,208,209 Yun Bai (44.11) 54, 55, 58
Tian Zong (44.10) 53, 54 Zhen]ing (1010.08) 132, 209,212
Tong Bei (88.11) 107, 191, 192, 199, Zheng Ben (1010.12) 135
200,203 Zheng Hui (1010.01) 127, 128, 130, 133,
Tong Guan (88.01) 101, 102, 120, 168, 169,183,206,207,209,212
174,182, 195,198 Zheng]in (77.01) 48, 64, 77, 80, 95, 158,
TongShan (88.02) 101, 102, 121,168, 168, 169, 180, 186, 193
182, 187, 195, 198 Zheng Shi (77.03) 80, 81, 191
Tor.g Shen (88.09) 106, 107, 178-180, 187, Zheng Zong (77.02) 77, 80, 168, 180
188,192,199,200,203,205,208 Zhi San Zhong (11.14) 19
Tong Tum (88.03) 102, 103, 121, 168, Zhi Shen (11.15) 20
174. 186, 187, 189, 191, 192, 195, 199, Zhi Si Ma (11.07) 13
200,208 Zhi Wu (11.26) 28
223
Zhi Wu ]in (11.08) 14 Zhou Huo (1010.23) 143, 144
Zhi Xian (11.25) 28 Zhou]in (1010.24) 143
Zhong Bai (22.06) 33, 34, 171, 172, 175, Zhou Kun (1010.03) 129, 130, 169
193,208 Zhou T.un (1010.04) 129, 131, 169
Zhong]ic.n (11.05) 11, 187, 194, 202 Zhou Shui (1010.25) 144
Zhong]iuLi (88.25) 117,118,167, Zhou Yuan (1010.02) 127, 129, 130
176-179,184,188, 192,206,2C8 Zong Shu (1010.07) 132, 198
Zhong Quan (88.21) 114, 115 ZuQian]in (77.24) 97, 98,179, 180,
ZhongXian (22.02) 30-32, 191, 192, 197, 182-184, 188, 201
198, 205-207 Zu Wu]in (77.25) 98, 180, 182-184
Zhong Zi (22.01) 30, 191, 192, 197, 198,
205-207
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MASTE R TONG' S I

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by Richard Tan, O.M.D., L.Ac.

Tong Jing,chang belonged to such a family practicing an alternative style of acupuncture

Point Selection & Needle Technique 1

Point Locations, Indications,

Points on the Upper Extremities 7

Points on the Lower Extremities 59

Points on the Head 123

Points on the Neck & Trunk 145

Head, Face, & Neck 167

Symptom Index 213

Point Locations, Indications,

Da Jian (11.01) :k_ fl:r,

Method of manipulation: Use a 5 fen nee-

[Needling on the hands can be painful. In

Caution: Needle insertion bilaterally is for-

[Translation: Xiao, small; ]ian, space]

Caution: Needle insertion to both hands simultaneously is forbidden.

Fu Jian (11.03) ~ ra,

Method of manipulation: Needle 1·2 fen deep.

Caution: Needle insertion to both hands simultaneously is forbidden.

Wai Jian ( 11.04) t~ ra,

Indications: Mounting qi, urethritis, small intestine qi, toothache, stomachache

Method of manipulation: Using a 5 fen needle, insert 1~2 fen.

Caution: Simultaneous insertion to both hands is forbidden.

lhong Jian (11.05) tF ra,

Method of manipulation: Using a 5 fen needle, insert 1~2 fen in depth.

Caution: Needling both hands simultaneously is forbidden.

Huan Choo (11.06) l{ :(

Indications: Uterine pain, uterine cancer, uterine inflammation, menstrual irregularity,

Method of manipulation: Using a 5 fen needle, insert 1~3 fen in depth.

Caution: Needling on both hands simultaneously is forbidden.

[Translation: Zhi, finger; Si, four; Ma, horse]

spots on the face [due to emotional upset],

Locating the point: On a line 2 fen to the

Method of manipulation: Needle one-half

[This point treats flank pain due to any cause.]

Zhi Wu }in (11.08) 4~ A ~

Method of manipulation: Needle one-half fen in depth.

Method of manipulation: Needle one-half fen in depth.

Mu Huo (11.10) ""- :}(

[Translation: Mu, wood; Huo, fire]

Indications: Hemiplegia, [paralysis of the arms]

Fei Xin (11.11) JJ;fi ~~

Method of manipulation: Needle trans~

[Case history: A 30 year~old man under~

Er ]iao Ming (11.12) ;:_ ~ a}] Figure 3.

[Translation: Er, two; ]iao, corner; Ming, bright]

Dan (11.13) Jlt

Indications: Heart palpitations, children's night~crying, [fear, nightmares], fainting due

These palpitations are due to fright or being startled.]

Method of manipulation: Use a three-edged needle to prick and exit blood.

Zhi San Zhong ( 11.14) ~~ _=. -_t

[This breast enlargement or distention is not due to infection.]

Method of manipulation: Needle one half fen in depth.

Zhi Shen (11.15) 4Wi lf.t

Method of manipulation: Needle one half fen in depth.

[I often use the Two Emperors (Tzan Huang