This book provides a comprehensive introduction to acupuncture, including basic principles, acupoint selection methods, and acupuncture techniques, precautions, and specific methods for treating various common diseases. It is illustrated with pictures and texts, and all steps are described in detail. With this inspiring and practical reference book designed for beginners and professionals alike, you can: * Master all aspects of acupuncture knowledge, including its origins and principles, effective techniques, and things to avoid. * Learn how to select acupuncture points quickly and accurately. Detailed location descriptions and pictures allow readers with zero knowledge to find acupuncture points easily. * Learn about the 33 common ailments for which acupuncture has the best clinical efficacy, including colds, toothache, stomachache, insomnia, cervical spondylosis. * Understand the different symptoms and/or stages of a range of common ailments, and how to combine different acupuncture programs to provide targeted relief. * Own a catalog of detailed acupuncture treatment methods, including essential acupoints, acupoint locating methods, and acupuncture techniques.

Xu Mingshu holds a PhD in acupuncture and massage, and is an associate researcher and Deputy Director of the Acupuncture Department at Yueyang Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine in Shanghai.