Anatomy For Acupuncturists - Free Taster

I am developing a series of informative videos called 'Anatomy for Acupuncturists'. The purpose of these videos is to educate people about the anatomy of a muscle, and how it relates to acupuncture channel theory. They can be used by acupuncture students learning anatomy, and channel theory; but also established practitioners who want to refresh their knowledge of musculo-skeletal acupuncture theory. Even someone with no acupuncture training at all may find them interesting and useful.

Each video will discuss:

• Muscle location

• Muscle attachment points

• Muscle actions ie, what movements we create using the muscle or group of muscles.

• Which acupuncture channels run across each muscle

• Discussion on significant acupuncture points in the area, and when they might be useful.

• Which distal acupuncture points can be used to treat issues within the area.

• Discussion around aetiological factors and common issues with each area/muscle

• How each muscle is related to surrounding acupuncture channels and supporting muscles adjacent or deep/superior to the muscle discussed.

  
  

In my practice this is a really valuable approach to analysing and treating musculo-skeletal issues and painful conditions, and the basis of my treatments.

The series of videos will cover all the major muscles of the body, discussing a wide range of issues and approaches. If you are interested in seeing how it all works, I have uploaded a taster video discussing the Trapezius muscle, probably one of the most diverse muscle in terms of actions, attachments and channel pathways. To view this video in full for free, visit benelliot.co.uk/courses.

Any feedback from anyone with any level of experience of acupuncture or anatomy theory is very welcome as I continue to develop the full bank of videos.