Pictorial Atlas of Acupuncture: An Illustrated Manual of Acupuncture Points

This book is an atlas of acupuncture points. As such it gives information about its subject matter sufficient to reach a basic understanding of the meridians and their points. But it is more than that. It is beautifully illustrated, a veritable work of art. Illustrations include photographs and drawings, making it an anatomical atlas of the body surface. It is obvious that the illustrator and photographer were dedicated to their work and I'd predict that it will in time become a classic.

This book is really helpful! I’m a massage therapist who loves TCM modalities like fire cupping and acupressure/shiatsu. I wanted to brush up on some of the acupressure/acupuncture points. Some of the information I found online was conflicting and to add to the confusion some points on certain meridians can appear in close proximity to other points on other meridians. This book does a great job depicting the specific locations of each point and differentiating them from others. Thank you, I would recommend this book.

I bought this 8 - 10 years ago while taking an acupressure class The instructor was very impressed by the quality of the book. What I have found most helpful is the four ways given for locating each point. Points are described first verbally. There are two photographs. One shows the needle in place. The other has an overlaid diagram of the point in its energy channel with related points. A third shows the point in relation to underlying bone and muscle. It is not organized well for diagnosis, though conditions which may be treated by stimulation of each point are listed. I successfully used this book to self treat long term serious medial collateral ligament knee pain and instability. I was wearing a large, heavy knee brace. My femur was actually slipping off my tibia while climbing stairs. To treat the pain, I searched for any energy channel going through the medial knee. Spleen 9 seemed like it might help from its description. This book made it easy to find. After one acupressure treatment, my pain was greatly improved. Even better than that, my knee was SO much more stable. That was 3-4 years ago. I have never had to wear the brace again.

Some of the information is great, but the pictures are really challenging to see. I expected pictures with closer images and better quality for something like this. I’ve also seen other books with better information on the actual needling.

I am a seasoned acupuncturist (43 years). I got this book to reference for a potential associate. It is clear and concise, and with 2 views for each point, point location accuracy is simple. It includes extra points as well, which I use often. I have now purchased 3 of these books - 1 for me at the office, 1 for home and one for a potential associate. It wasn't as expensive as most acupuncture books and is perfect for my needs. Very happy.

Although the index could have been made into a useful tool (which it isn't) still giving this book 5 stars! You will see 3 different ways to identify and find each acupuncture point along its meridian. The authors and editors even give you their "principal acupuncture points"; Acupuncture Measurements; Needle Techniques (which I don't use, instead using the Pointer Excel II which I also bought on Amazon!). This really is a very thorough manual that lists ever point, and makes it easy to locate them for the user. As for the weak index, the authors could have easily done a search for all points that "clear heat" for example and made that an index entry. Instead, you have to gather that data on your own - which I am doing. It will take me hours to compile that in an Excel doc, but it will be searchable. The authors could have done that very easily and made their book that much more useful. But, it is so useful and so well done, I couldn't bring myself to give it 4 stars in spite of the useless index.

I have been to a number acupuncturists over the years in various communities, some were chiropractors and some were OMDs. The Pictorial Atlas is a must-own book for the serious acu-student or the dedicated client who's performing their own self-acupuncture under the guidance and tutelage of their health professional. The meridians are very well-documented. Each point has a thorough description including location, insertion technique, properties, application and peculiarities along with typically 3 images- the first being a diagram showing where to locate based upon anatomy, the 2nd being where to locate based upon related points, the 3rd being a photo of an actual person being treated with that point. The visuals are superb!

I absolutely love the illustrations. The introduction teaches you how to make measurements on yourself or some one you might be working on. I have only had informal training and only use acupuncture on myself for release of sinus pressure and neck pain. I have had a professional teach me how to perform the very specific acupuncture points I require. This book is not a substitute for professional training or atlas education by a professional to address specific needs. I do feel fairly comfortable in making the measurements to locate specific points, but not comfortable enough to use the knowledge in the book without professional guidance. My acupuncturist also feels this is a really great book.

El libro es muy útil, la única recomendación es que si lo van a vender en inglés, así sea la reseña, porque el título aparece en español, como si el libro a vender estuviese en español, y resultó que está en inglés...eso evitaría que hubiera gastos innecesarios si decidiera devolverse el producto.

Muy buena relación calidad/precio.

ok book

So clear!

This wisdom and knowledge in these pages is so helpful and beyond my expectations.