The choice of Acupuncture points for AP therapy

CHOOSING POINTS FROM THE INDEX

These prescriptions are usually in the format of a Primary + Secondary + Tertiary list. The Primary (P) list is the most important. They are regarded as the Main Points. Points in the Secondary (S) and Tertiary (T) lists are added only if the symptoms dictate. For example, in chronic debilitating diseases, Primary (P) points are: BL43; ST36; X 18. Secondary (S) points are: BL17,20,23; CV06; PC06. If abdominal pain or uterine pathology is present: add CV06; if kidney disease is present: add BL20 (or BL21) etc.

In short prescriptions, the Secondary (S) list could be added as a routine. For example in skin diseases involving malignant pustules, the Primary (P) point is GV12 and the Secondary (S) points (LI04; BL40) could be added routinely.

The Laws governing the choice of Points (see the preceding paper) should be kept in mind and at least two of them should be fulfilled by the points used. Also consider alternating the choice of points between sessions.

AP PRESCRIPTIONS IN ANIMALS
(Transposition Method)

The convention x to y means a needle penetrating from point x to point y (for example GB39 to SP06); the convention x-y means any or all points between point x and point y (for example SI10-14).

GENERAL CONDITIONS

To stimulate immune reaction (antibody production (immunostimulant effect), leucocytosis, phagocytosis in infections or leucopenia) P: LI04,11; GV14; ST36; GB39 to SP06; S: In localised infections add points for the region or organ affected.

Chronic disease (slow convalescence; to improve constitution after debilitating diseases) P: BL43; ST36; X 18; S: BL17,20,23; CV06; PC06.

Weak constitution (fatigue, poor general health, general weakness (as a tonic) P: CV03,04; ST36; SP06; LI11; BL20,43; S: PC06; SP21; CV12; LI04; HT09; BL10,11; LV03; GV14; GB34,38; X 18.

Fever, hyperthermia P: LI04,11; GV14; S: ST36,44; LU10; Bleed Earpoint "Apex"; Dehydration, thirst: add KI07.

Allergies, hypersensitivities (immunosuppressant effect) P: LI04,11; ST36; GV14; LV03; GB39 to SP06; S: Local allergies: add local and distant points for the region or affected organ; Urticaria: add SP10.

Anaemia P: GV14; ST36; BL17; CV04,06; LI11; S: GV04; CV12; BL18,20,22,23; T: PC06; SP06,10; LI04; KI01; GV20

Anaesthetic emergencies (apnoea, respiratory and cardiac arrest), neonatal asphyxia P: GV26; S: KI01; T: strong stimulation of ear canal.

Recumbency, downer-cow syndrome: Injection of 2% procaine solution into BL22,23,24,28 (bilateral), GV03; 5 ml per point, at a depth of 35-40 mm. Alternative is 250 ml 1% methylene blue solution (i/v) into jugular vein. (Take great care not to allow perivascular leakage !)

Muscle cramp, poor finish in racing animals P: AhShi points in muscles; Forelimb: search forelimb, neck, thoracic muscles. Hindlimb: search hindlimb, lumbosacral and abdominal muscles). Add main points for cramping region; (Hindlimb, esp. BL23,40,57; GB30,34; Lowback especially BL23,25,27,31; GV02,03,04; X 35 (L1-S4); S: BL40,60; GB30,34; Forelimb especially GB21; LI11,15; TH05,14; BL11,12,41; X 35 (C1-T6 area)).

Paralysis of peripheral motor nerves, spinal paralysis P: Stimulate nerves (bilaterally), with strong stimulation on affected side. Use local points for the region or affected limb, especially a chain of points over affected nerves. Use AhShi points, if present (but they are seldom present). Use the Scalp points (on the opposite side) for the Motor Areas; S: Massage and physiotherapy, if possible. If cerebral anaemia is suspected, add GV26. Consult textbooks for further details.

DISORDERS OF THE SKIN

Neurodermatitis, dermatitis, eczema, urticaria, pruritus P: LI04,11; SP06,10; KI09; ST36; S: LI04,15; GV14; BL13,17,23,25,40; PC07; GB20; ST25; SI03.

Malignant-pustules, carbuncles, furuncles, boils, folliculitis (anywhere on the body) P: GV12; S: LI04; BL40.

Abscess, felon, whitlow (nailbed) P: GV10; S: BL40.