DESCRIPTION
August, 10-12, 2019
Taught by Dr. Toby Daly, PhD
In Collaboration with Michael Max, Podcast host of Qiological
Workshop held at The Aligned Center & Clinical Observation Studies held at Dody Chang Acupuncture, PLLC
Learning the basics of promoting or controlling the flow of qi through the Five Phases is an elemental part of every acupuncturist's training . We learn how the antique points can be used to nudge a response or invite a different kind of resonance into a patient's life.
The Korean Saam acupuncture tradition has been passed down through a lineage of monk/practitioners. It not only uses “wu xing” elemental qi transfer, but additionally blends it together with the the six conformations, yin/yang organ resonance, the yi jing, and constitutional body types.
Wandering monks aren’t doctors; their job is to help alleviate suffering with whatever means they have. And some of them learned a stream of acupuncture that came from the meditative attainment of a Buddhist monk 400 years ago in Korea.
Sa’am acupuncture relies on the dynamics of the Five Phases, but it goes beyond our modern view, which gives special attention to the yin organs and incorporates the yang organs as well. Furthermore, it brings in the influences of the Six Conformations in a way that integrates the “liu jing” with the “wu xing.”
Because Sa’am acupuncture uses the elemental transport points it can easily be practiced in any kind of clinical setting. The basic principles are not difficult to grasp if you already have a basic foundation in Chinese medicine. And you can quickly begin to integrate this method into your clinical work. At the same time, there is a depth to this method as it brings together the six confirmations and five phases in a way that can help to deepen your understand of complex illnesses.
In this class you will learn
The classical foundations of Sa’am acupuncture
Connections with the Yi Jing
Diagnosis and treatment
Evaluating physical, mental, and emotional signs and symptoms
Point selection and methods
How Sa’am is similar and different from other acupuncture methods
The importance of correct diagnosis and reversing faulty treatment
Case studies
Hands on practice applying the methods
Integrating into your current practice