Pain is rarely just where it hurts. In clinical practice, the source of a patient’s discomfort often lies further along the chain of movement. The Jing-Jin (Sinew Meridians) of Chinese medicine provide a sophisticated map that guides practitioners from the local site of pain through the longitudinal tracts of muscles, tendons, joints, and ligaments that require treatment.
This course bridges the gap between classical TCM theory and modern anatomical science. You will learn to integrate traditional examination methods with contemporary myofascial referred pain patterns and kinesiological functions. We will cover the assessment and treatment of over 15 Taiyang and 20 Shaoyang Jing-Jin tissues, giving you a practical, hands-on toolkit for treating complex musculoskeletal issues.
The Taiyang Jing-Jin Posterior Tract
On the first day, we focus on the posterior chain, exploring how tension travels from the sole of the foot to the base of the skull.
Foot Taiyang
We will examine and treat the plantar fascia, the Achilles tendon and gastroc-soleus complex, the hamstrings, and the sacrotuberous ligament. The session also covers the gluteus maximus, the thoraco-lumbar fascia and erector spinae, the latissimus dorsi, the trapezii, and the posterior cervicals and suboccipitals.
Arm Taiyang
We focus on the upper posterior chain, including the levator scapulae, infraspinatus, triceps brachii, and extensor carpi ulnaris.
California Acupuncture Board Category 1 CEUs
