The points used were similar to the ones used for the previous patient:
- T.B.-6 Zhigou on the right and G.B.-31 Fengshi on the left to expel Wind and clear Heat.
- L.I.-11 Quchi on the left and SP-10 Xuehai on the right to cool Blood in the skin.
- SP-9 Yinlingquan, bilaterally, to resolve Damp-Heat.
Woman, 32
This patient sought treatment mostly for mental-emotional problems. She was at a time of life
marked by confusion about issues, relationships and goals, and suffered from a lack of
determination in acting on her decisions. Thus, the problem was twofold: on the one hand, she
could not distinguish clearly between issues leading to indecision, and on the other hand, even if
she did come to any decision, she did not have the courage to act on it. This situation caused her
great anxiety. In terms of patterns, there was a Spleen and Kidney deficiency.
The points used in one session were:
- S.I.-5 Yanggu on the right and G.B.-40 Qiuxu on the left: the first point helps to
distinguish issues clearly and the latter to summon the courage to act on decisions. This
combination balances Left and Right, and Top and Bottom. The unilateral use of the
points enhances their moving effect which is particularly important in this case on a
mental level to unblock the situation. - ST-36 Zusanli on the right and KI-3 Taixi on the left to tonify the Kidneys and the
Spleen. These points were used unilaterally, even though they are tonifying, to enhance
the moving effect on a mental level. - Du-24 Shenting and Ren-15 Jiuwei were used to calm the Mind. This combination
harmonizes Yin and Yang, Back and Front, and Directing and Governing Vessels.
She had three sessions (using the same points) and after the treatment she took some important
decisions regarding her relationships and career, something which she had been trying to do for
years.
Man, 47
This patient suffered from chronic lower backache on the midline. At the time of consultation he
had sprained his right knee. The main pattern was Kidney deficiency.