A Manual of Acupuncture 4.0.1

A Manual of Acupuncture

The Definitive App for Students & Practitioners

This mobile application is the most recent version of the prominent points textbook in the Western world - A Manual of Acupuncture authored by Peter Deadman, Mazin Al-Khafaji, Kevin Baker, and Tom Kennedy.

Below are the key aspects of the app, available on both the app and our website upon registration. Please note, the following is an overview of the complete 'Pro' membership features (available for purchase within the app). The 'Standard' level is also accessible - detailed feature comparisons within the application.

• Full reconstruction of our previous app from scratch (note: existing users are granted 'Standard' level entry in the updated version. For further information, contact support@amanualofacupuncture.com).
• Inclusion of every channel point and extraordinary point from A Manual of Acupuncture, accompanied by expansive point commentary sections.
• English and Chinese point names, point category, location details, notation, elaborate illustrations, needling instructions with cautions, actions, clinical relevance, and combinations.
• Chinese tones, printed Chinese characters, calligraphy, and audio pronunciation for each point.
• Videos and commentary for every point demonstrating location specifics and needling techniques.
• Demonstrative videos of Primary Channel pathways along with crucial surface anatomy information.
• Illustrations for primary channels, luo-connecting channels, divergent channels, sinew channels, eight extraordinary vessels, and body area depictions.
• Incorporation of main point categories like five shu points, xi-cleft points, back-shu points for simplified review.
• Personalized point groups creation allowing customized study and referencing options.
• Self-testing module to facilitate learning of points and categories along with self-curated point groups.
• All points referenced throughout the App have clickable links for easy navigation and referencing.
• Capability to add personal notes to any point fields or channel pathways.
• Advanced search function enabling result filtration based on specific channels or fields within points (e.g., actions, indications).
• Inclusion of indexes such as Point Names, Combinations, Indications, General Index), Glossary section, and information on Chinese Dynasties.
• Information on 12 Cutaneous Regions and Areas Reached by the Channels.
• Reference pages covering channel functions, information about point categories, cun measurements, location specifics along with needling guidelines among other relevant details.
• Flexibility to choose between downloading video/audio files for offline use or streaming content to save phone storage space.
• Option to access content through our Online Edition website at no extra charge using the same login credentials (available at Pro level only).