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The Neijing Classical Acupuncture Series is designed to give the practicing acupuncturist a solid introduction to the basic principles and practices of Neijing-style Classical Acupuncture. This course is taught entirely through direct original translations of classical source material that are provided by the instructor. The curriculum is built around the examination of targeted classical ‘seed’ concepts, upon which a successful understanding of classical medicine may be established. At the conclusion of this course, the participant should be familiar with the core concepts of classical thinking as outlined within the Huangdi Neijing. This course is appropriate for licensed acupuncturists, physician acupuncturists, teachers and acupuncture students. This course is a pre-requisite to the Neijing Classical Text Translation Seminar and the Advanced Seminar in Neijing Classical Acupuncture.

Note: Each unit consists of the following material, however the entire series may be taught according to the needs of the group (usually 4 or 6 weekends).

Unit One
Unit One introduces the core concepts of Classical Acupuncture and describes the historical context in which this clinical art form developed. The fundamental principles of Classical Acupuncture and Classical Jing Luo (channel theory) will be introduced and explored.

Unit Two
Unit Two introduces the concept of cyclical time patterns within Classical Acupuncture. These theories lie at the heart of the practice of Classical Acupuncture. Topics include historical and philosophical evolutions in the science of cyclical time, basic principles of cyclical time patterns and an examination of the manifestations of cyclical time within nature, health and illness. The study of Classical Jing Luo (channel theory) is continued.

Unit Three
Unit Three begins a more in-depth study of the ‘core’ concepts of Classical Acupuncture, including the principles of Shun (Flow), Ni (Counterflow), Zheng (Correct), Xie (Pernicious), Bi (obstruction), Kuang (Chaotic Disruption), and Tiao (Harmonization).  In addition, various Neijing concepts of excess and deficiency will be explored.  The study of Classical Jing Luo (channel theory) is continued.

Unit Four
Unit Four introduces the study of Neijing acupuncture point theory and continues the examination of Neijing core principles by introducing the concept of Shen (Spirit). The study of Classical Jing Luo (channel theory) is continued.

Unit Five
Unit Five begins the study of Neijing diagnostic techniques.  Topics include Neijing pulse diagnostic theory, channel palpation and diagnosis by facial complexion and body structure.  The structure and use of the Nine Needles is introduced.  The study of Classical Jing Luo (channel theory) is continued.

Unit Six
Unit Six introduces Neijing clinical techniques.  Topics include the Nine methods, the Twelve methods, the Five methods, Jiu Ci Technique and Miu Ci Technique.  The study of Classical Jing Luo (channel theory) is continued.

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Course Tuition Information
For those who would like to take these classes but are financially constrained, please contact Dr. Neal directly to discuss different options for payment.

Students who have previously taken the introduction class, they may repeat the class for half price at anytime.

Students of the introductory class who must miss a class, may repeat the class that they missed at another time the class is given, provided there is space. There is no cost for this. The only requirement is that the student must contact the instructor prior to the class to inform them of their intent and insure that there is adequate space.

Dr. Neal is an accredited CME provider for the NCCAOM. This seminar has been approved for 75 hours of CME credit by the NCCAOM.