This comprehensive three-day seminar focuses on advanced applications of Master Tung’s acupuncture, integrating traditional techniques with the Vascular Autonomic Signal (VAS) method. The program combines theoretical foundations with practical applications for common clinical conditions.

Date: May 2, 3, and 4, 2025.

• Friday: from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm and from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
• Saturday: from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm and from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
• Sunday: from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm and from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
Duration: 20.5 hours spread over 3 days.

On the premises of the Zhōng Lì school, 1330 Rue Jean René Guillibert Gauthier de la Lauzière, Building A2, entrance B, 13290 Aix-en-Provence.

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 €450 to be paid in one go by bank transfer.
The transfer is to be made according to the registration procedures.
The tuition fee does not cover transportation to the internship location, accommodation, and meals taken during the weekends.

This seminar is designed for practitioners who already know Master Tung’s acupuncture and seek to deepen their clinical expertise.

Number of participants per session:
Minimum: 20 Maximum: 45.

Registration deadlines: Click here.

• 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 the disease (Su Wen Chapter 5)
• Palm diagnosis and its relationship to point selection
• 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.

• Historical background and Dr. Paul Nogier’s discovery
• Scientific principles and physiological responses
• Detection techniques and interpretation
• Clinical applications in point selection
• Integration with palm diagnosis
• VAS application in zones 77 and 88
• Signal intensity interpretation
• Needling depth determination
• Combining VAS with traditional diagnostic methods
• Practical exercises and demonstrations

• Lower back pain and sciatica
• Cervical and lumbar disc herniation
• Shoulder pain
• Hip joint pain
• Tennis elbow
• Sinusitis
• Facial paralysis
• TMJ disorders
• Fissures and hemorrhoids
• Hot flashes
• Urticaria
• Urinary tract infections
• Painful bladder syndrome
• Kidney insufficiency
• Anxiety disorders
• Insomnia

• Theoretical lectures
• Practical demonstrations
• Hands-on practice sessions
• Case study analysis
• Interactive Q&A sessions

Upon completing this seminar, practitioners will: 

• Learn the theoretical foundations and practical applications of the VAS method. 
• Master techniques for VAS detection.
• Master integrating VAS diagnostic methods with Master Tung’s acupuncture system.
• Master the Biao Ben concept for effectively treating root and branch issues.
• Develop advanced point selection strategies informed by palm diagnosis and VAS findings.
• Acquire practical treatment protocols for a wide range of common clinical conditions. 
• Gain confidence in addressing complex cases using Master Tung’s methods. 
• Learn to determine the optimal needling depth and point combinations through VAS. 
• Enhance clinical effectiveness by improving diagnostic accuracy. – Learn to utilize Dao Ma groups based on diagnostic insights. 
• Master strategic point selection in zones 77 and 88 for root treatment.

• Note-taking materials
• Appropriate clothing for practice (shorts/pants that can be rolled up)
• Personal VAS detection tools (if available)

• Note-taking materials
• Appropriate clothing for practice (shorts/pants that can be rolled up)
• Personal VAS detection tools (if available)

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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