Theory and Practice of Pulse-regulating Technique from Ling Shu (Abstract)

Acupuncture Spirit is a pulse-regulating technique from Ling Shu theory of “acupuncture is all about regulating Qi”. Before needling, doctors have to feel the pulse first, then do the treatment according to the Qi’s condition.” The purpose of this technique is to change the patients pulse according to practitioner’s needs. Therefore it achieves the result of “The importance of needling is to gain Qi feelings to get the result. The result comes as quick as wind blows clouds”. This technique is characterized by treatment based on Qi; being simple as Great Dao; smaller and fewer needles are used to gain the strongest result from mildest stimulation; balancing the pulses and skip symptoms.