Course Overview

An in-depth study based on the Chinese Classics, on the deep insight of great masters of the past, and on the knowledge of their cultural environment. This presentation sets up a firm foundation for the correct use of the point, Liver 3, which becomes familiar so as to be easily and naturally used. In this course, the Liver 3 - Tai Chong is covered. A comprehensive explanation of the point name that helps explain the point's functions, position, and roles is explored; as well, the clinical use of Liv. 3 in the great classical texts of medicine and examples of associations with other points to treat specific symptoms and disorders are also covered.

Course Objectives

• The student will study and understand the characters composing the name of the point.
• The student will learn the meaning of the expression that forms these characters and its classical use, and application in medical texts.
• The student will be able to describe the profile of the point and its functions.
• The student will learn the possible functions and clinical patterns for the point.
• The student will understand how associations with other points may be used in different clinical patterns.

Course Outline

0 hrs - 30 minStudy and explanation of Liv.3 name Tai Chong: Chinese characters and meaning in classical Chinese texts. Other names for the point are covered.

30 min - 1 hrsClinical use of Liv.3 in the great classical texts of medicine such as Huangdi Neijing, Zhenji Jiayijing.

1 hrs - 1.5 hrsOverview and synthesis of the main functions of the Liv.3 point.

1.5 hrs - 1.75 hrsSome examples of associations with other points to treat specific symptoms and disorders.