ELK GROVE, Calif., Feb. 24, 2005 (PRIMEZONE) -- Recent evidence linking the drug Vioxx(R) to heart attacks and strokes has made people more wary of prescription medicine. In his new book, The Identification of AcuPoint (now available through AuthorHouse), Yih Min (Steve) Tsui offers valuable knowledge on the ancient practice of acutherapy that readers can use to treat a variety of maladies.
Divided into four topics, The Identification of AcuPoint, the first volume in the "The Practical Acutherapy Series," illustrates how to find the key healing points on one's body. The first deals with how to measure the length between points. By using Tsui's specialized "Acu ruler," readers can determine their unique "body inch" and accurately locate where to administer pressure or puncture. Next, he discusses base lines and base points, which are essential tools for finding correct acu points. From there, readers learn where each of the 698 acu points can be found. Illustrations clearly identify the locations and drive home the lessons in the accompanying text. The final topic is ear acu point identification which, according to Tsui, can be used to treat such things as drug addiction and weight problems.
Tsui's ability to translate ancient Chinese text on acutherapy allows him to provide authentic information to readers. Perfect for parents, health care professionals, therapists and medical students, The Identification of AcuPoint is an essential guide to holistic health.
"Many Americans (have considered) acupuncture equal to voodoo medicine," writes Tsui. "It is time to have a movement (in which) everyone gains common sense (in) locating acu-points. They will know the power of their own body...and can be free from the fears of drugs' severe side effects."
Tsui earned a Bachelor of Science in biology. His acupuncture studies during graduate school included conducting a pioneer program to develop these techniques through animal research. He has taught high school classes and courses at the Hwa Hsia Institute of Technology in Taiwan.
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