Three-Day Workshop: Bloodletting and Clinical Applications for Common Disorders in Master Tung’s Acupuncture.

This comprehensive, three-day workshop focuses on two main topics:

Day 1: A comprehensive examination of bloodletting techniques, discussing their mechanisms, tools, and particular applications within Master Tung’s acupuncture system.

Days 2-3: Diagnostic principles and treatment strategies for common clinical conditions utilizing Master Tung’s acupuncture.

This program is designed for practitioners who have completed an introductory course in Master Tung’s acupuncture and wish to enhance their clinical skills. Participants may register for the entire three-day program or choose Day 1 only (Bloodletting Techniques) or Days 2-3 (Diagnostic Principles and Clinical Applications).

Acupuncture encompasses three fundamental therapeutic tools: needling, moxibustion, and bloodletting. To achieve superior clinical outcomes, skilled practitioners must master and integrate all three techniques. Within Master Tung’s acupuncture system, bloodletting holds particular significance as a powerful therapeutic intervention. This first day of our workshop will explore this essential technique’s theoretical foundations and practical applications, providing participants with the knowledge and skills to effectively incorporate bloodletting into their clinical practice.

Bloodletting in the Ancient Texts

• Historical Context and Development
• Key References in Classical Texts
• Evolution of Bloodletting Techniques

Effects and Mechanisms of Bloodletting

• Physiological effects
• Energetic perspective
• Clinical indications and contraindications

Bloodletting Instruments and Techniques

• Traditional and modern tools
• Sterilization and safety protocols
• Demonstration of techniques

Bloodletting in Master Tung’s Acupuncture System

• Theoretical foundations
• Integration with Master Tung’s point system
• Holographic Correlation Utilizing Bloodletting

Approaches Using Bloodletting

• Classic Approach – Collateral Channels
• Bloodletting of Specific Acupuncture Points in Master Tung’s System
• Local Bloodletting Techniques
• Holographic Correlation Utilizing Bloodletting in Master Tung’s Acupuncture

Emotional Disorders and Bloodletting

• Theoretical framework
• Point selection strategies

Applied Learning

• Case Discussions
• Technical Demonstration and Practice.

During these two days, we will explore common clinical disorders encountered in daily practice. By carefully examining these conditions, participants will learn to apply the diagnostic and treatment principles of Master Tung’s acupuncture system more effectively. This hands-on approach connects theory with practical application, enhancing practitioners’ ability to identify effective treatment strategies and improve clinical outcomes.

• Understanding Biao Ben (root and branch) in Master Tung’s approach
• Disease Mechanisms (Bing Ji [病機]) in Master Tung’s Acupuncture
• The external manifestation of disease (Su Wen Chapter 5)
• The connection between diagnostic findings and Dao Ma groups
• Key points for treating the root in zones 77 and 88
• Case studies demonstrating diagnostic principles

Lower Back Pain and Disc Herniation

• Differential diagnosis:
• Strategies for selecting points
• Protocols for treatment
• Clinical cases and demonstrations

Cervical Disc Herniation

• Treatment protocols
• Practical applications

Shoulder Disorders

• Differential diagnosis of common shoulder conditions:
• Trigger points and dry needling for rotator cuff muscles
• Key points and combinations
• Integration of bloodletting techniques when appropriate
• Treatment demonstrations

Joint Disorders

• Tennis and golfer’s elbow
• Hip joint disorders
• Strategies combining needling and bloodletting

Respiratory System Disorders

• Upper respiratory conditions (common cold, rhinitis, hay fever, sinusitis) 
• Lung disorders (pneumonia, asthma, chronic cough) 
• Key points and combinations
• Case discussions and demonstrations

Menstrual Disorders

• Amenorrhea (absence of menstruation)
• Irregular menstruation
• Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
• Dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation)
• Menorrhagia (heavy menstrual bleeding)
• Key point combinations and treatment strategies

Dermatological Conditions

• Master Tung’s approach to skin disorders
• Integrated treatment protocols

Emotional and Mental Disorders

• Application of Master Tung’s system for emotional conditions
• Key points and combinations
• Integrating of bloodletting when appropriate

By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the theoretical foundations of bloodletting in Chinese medicine and Master Tung’s system
2. Safely and effectively apply bloodletting techniques in clinical practice
3. Integrate diagnostic findings with appropriate point selection strategies
4. Apply Master Tung’s acupuncture approaches to a range of common clinical conditions
5. Develop comprehensive treatment plans incorporating needling and bloodletting when appropriate

• Dates: 3-5 September 2025
• Location: International College of Oriental Medicine (ICOM), Green Hedges Avenue, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 1DZ (UK)
• Registration Options: Full three-day program, Day 1 only, or Days 2-3
• Prerequisites: Completion of an introductory course in Master Tung’s acupuncture
• Materials: Comprehensive course notes will be provided
• Registration Link: International College of Oriental Medicine

Shaun Goodman, L.Ac., brings over 30 years of expertise in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Trained directly under Master Lee Kuo Cheng in Taiwan, he maintains a busy clinic. He is recognized internationally for integrating Master Tung’s methods with modern diagnostic techniques. He authorized a comprehensive book on Master Tung’s acupuncture (2024). Shaun has developed a comprehensive and user-friendly app for Master Tung’s points. It is designed for practitioners and students of Tung’s acupuncture. It provides detailed information on the locations of Master Tung’s points, their associated needling techniques, and the various conditions they can address.
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