Course Overview
This course will explore the point called Kun Lun (UB60). The goal of this webinar is to study this point in-depth and understand what symptoms are specific to it. Elisabeth Rochat de la Vallee will examine the Chinese name of this point using the Chinese characters to reach a deeper understanding of the point's function within the framework of the body, and provide a detailed study from both classical and medical literature.
The meaning of Kun Lun, its description in the medical classics, presentation, explanation of its therapeutic indications, relationship with other points, and common combinations are explored.
Objectives
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The student will study and understand the characters composing the name of the point.
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The student will learn the meaning of the expression that forms these characters and its classical use, and application in medical texts.
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The student will be able to describe the profile of the point and its functions.
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The student will learn the possible functions and clinical patterns for the point.
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The student will understand how associations with other points may be used in different clinical patterns
Outline
0 hrs - 15 min
Introduction; meaning of the name, 'Kun Lun (UB60)' and study of the characters composing the name of the point.
15 min - 30 min
Study of the meaning of the expression that forms these characters and of its classical use, and in medical texts. Associated pathologies as referred to in Chinese medical text.
30 min - 45 min
Description of which movement of Qi the point will correct in relation to the meridians, and possibly to other meridians. Description of the point's profile, and its functions.
45 min - 1 hrs
Possible functions for the point. Clinical patterns for the point.
1 hrs - 1.5 hrs
Description of the main associations with other points for a number of different clinical patterns. Common questions that come up in regards to this point and use.
Reviews
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Lisa A. (United States)
I love the historical information and the translation of the chinese characters, as well as the variety of functions of point and various relationships the point has in conjunction with other points.
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Jane O. (Canada)
Elisabeth is such an inspiration with her considerable knowledge and clarity. It is a privilege to hear her.
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Karen G. (United States of America)
Elisabeth de la Rochat is the grand master of Chinese theory and history. It is amazing to learn from her.
Reviews
I love the historical information and the translation of the chinese characters, as well as the variety of functions of point and various relationships the point has in conjunction with other points.
Lisa A. (United States)
Elisabeth is such an inspiration with her considerable knowledge and clarity. It is a privilege to hear her.
Jane O. (Canada)
Elisabeth de la Rochat is the grand master of Chinese theory and history. It is amazing to learn from her.
Karen G. (United States of America)
Teacher
Elisabeth Rochat de la Vallée
TCM academic and historian, Elisabeth Rochat has specialized in both medical and philosophical Classics in her 40+ years career. She co-authored 'A Survey of Chinese Medicine' and continues to teach about the Classics of TCM internationally.
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