Dialogues on Applied Channel Theory
Applied Channel Theory (經絡醫學 jīng luò yī xué) is an approach to acupuncture rooted in the dual research threads of classical texts and modern clinical application. Developed by Dr. Wang Ju–yi over 50 years in Beijing clinics, hospitals and research institutes, it involves the rigorous combination of theory and diagnostic technique. In addition to channel examination, Applied Channel Theory is a comprehensive system that includes channel theory, methods of channel diagnosis, the nature of acupuncture points, and various treatment methods. Dialogues on Applied Channel Theory is a series of discussions on Dr. Wang Ju-yi's medical system hosted by his official apprentices -- Yefim Gamgoneishvili, Jason Robertson, Nyssa Tang, Mei Li and Jonathan Chang. Conversations will cover a wide range of topics related to Applied Channel Theory, from clinical cases, to methods channel examination and deeper discussions on channel theory. This group is intended for licensed TCM practitioners and students at accredited TCM institutes. This podcast is not meant to be a substitute for professional medical care. Treatments described herein are not intended for self-medication or treatment by those who lack training in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Dialogues on Applied Channel Theory, its hosts and guests are not responsible for any injury or damage that may result from the improper application of information from the podcast. www.channelpalpation.org
Episodes
57 episodes
Episode 57: Insights into the Early History of Acupuncture
In this episode, Jonathan talks to Dr. Shelley Ochs about recent texts and artifacts excavated from the Han Dynasty tomb in Lao Guan Shan (老官山汉墓), Sichuan Province. She discusses how these findings are related to her PhD research on Bian Que, i...
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Episode 56: Regulating the pivots
In this episode, Jonathan Chang and Nyssa Tang discuss some recent Shao Yin/Shao Yang cases where the channel changes made them rethink the pathophysiology and location of the disease. They discuss their evolving understanding of the inter-rela...
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Episode 55: Treatment of Post-Stroke Shoulder and Hand Syndrome
Jonathan talks to Dr. Meng Xiao-nan from the Huguosi TCM Hospital about his recent clinical research on the treatment of post-stroke shoulder and hand syndrome. His research studied the use of Applied Channel Theory, such as channel palpation t...
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Episode 54- A Tale of Two Xi/郄
In this episode Nyssa Tang and Jason Robertson discuss two less-often remembered xi-cleft points. KI-8/交信 /jiāo xìn is the xi cleft of yin qiao vessel. KI-9 筑宾 /zhù bīn is the xi cleft of yin wei vessel. Dr. Wang's...
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Episode 53 Cardiology and Constraint in Rothenburg
In this episode, Jason Robertson and Jonathan Chang discuss his recent trip to teach at the yearly international congress in Rothenburg Germany. Jason asks Jonathan about his presentations on cardiology and the concept of 'constraint'&nbs...
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Episode 52: The Importance of the Primary Symptom (主癥 zhǔ zhèng)
In this episode, Yefim Gamgoneishvili and Jason Robertson discuss the centrality of placing a 'primary symptom' (主 症 zhǔ zhèng) at the heart of the diagnostic process. Dr. Wang Juyi would often emphasize that the careful ch...
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Episode 51: Treatment of Acute Knee Pain
In this episode, Yefim and Jonathan discuss the treatment of acute knee pain. Yefim shares his general approach to the treatment of this type of disorder, from treatment methods to diagnosis with the use of channel palpation.
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Episode 50: A Case of Mysterious Belching
In this episode Jonathan shares a surprising belching case where channel palpation changed the course of his diagnosis and understanding of the patient’s physiology. He and Nyssa also discuss how Dr. Wang differentiated burps, the P6/SP4 point ...
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Episode 49: Palpation and Wen Jing Tang
In this episode, Jonathan Chang and Jason Robertson discuss a case which shines a light on the interesting role channel palpation might play in Chinese herbal medicine. What seemed like a fairly straightforward gynecological case using We...
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Episode 48: Qi in the Channels
In this episode Jonathan Chang and Jason Robertson have a dialogue on the concept of qi in the channels. Conclusions are difficult but the idea that there is a physiological process (or connectivity/通/tōng) taking place within the anatomi...
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Episode 47: The Importance of Patterns- A Case of Labor Induction
In this episode, Jonathan Chang describes to Jason Robertson interesting cases from his recent teaching in Spain, Poland and Canada. In the process, a discussion arises regarding the importance of focusing on a 'chief complaint' or 'prima...
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Episode 46: A Discussion of the Yin Qiao Vessel
In this episode, Yefim and Jonathan discuss the extraordinary vessels, with a focus on Dr. Wang’s understanding of the Yin Qiao. Clinical application of KI-6 to regulate this vessel is also described.
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Episode 45: Recent Gynecological Cases and the Power of Acupuncture
In this episode Jonathan and Nyssa share some recent gynecology cases from their clinics using only acupuncture and moxibustion, and discuss the importance of nutrition in building healthy blood. They also discuss how Dr. Wang resp...
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Episode 44: Palpation at the TCM Kongress Rothenburg
In this episode Jonathan and Jason discuss the fascinating synergy of the annual TCM Kongress held in Rothenburg Germany. This event was the last place Dr. Wang taught internationally in 2014 and one he enjoyed immensely. This year,...
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Episode 43: A Doctor's Experiences at a TCM Hospital
In this episode, Jonathan Chang talks to Dr. Meng Xiaonan about his experiences becoming a doctor at a TCM hospital in Beijing. Later in the episode, Dr. Meng answers some listeners' questions about the treatment of post-stroke patients. <...
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Episode 42: Remembering Dr. Wang Ju-Yi on the Tomb Sweeping Day
In this episode, Jonathan Chang and Jason Robertson remember Dr. Wang on the annual holiday known as "Tomb Sweeping Day" (清明節- Qing Ming Jie). In the spirit of remembrance, Jon and Jason reflect on one of Dr. Wang's favorite quotes ...
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Episode 41: Tonifying with Acupuncture
In this episode, Yefim Gamgoneishvili and Jason Robertson discuss the much-debated question regarding 'tonification/補 bǔ' in acupuncture. Specifically, the question often arises regarding whether or not we can actually tonify using acupuncture ...
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Episode 40: Jue Yin/Shao Yang Eye Twitch Case
In this episode of Dialogues on Applied Channel Theory, Jonathan Chang and Nyssa Tang chat about an eye twitching case that illustrates an aspect of the yin-yang relationship between the Jue Yin and Shao Yang. The conversation also...
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Episode 39: Treatment Strategies for Common Post-Covid Symptoms
In this episode, Jonathan talks with Dr. Rodrigo Aranda about his experiences treating post-Covid patients in Chile. Four common categories of patients that are typically seen are discussed (chronic fatigue, IBS, peripheral neuropathy and cough...
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Episode 38: Strategies for Combining Source (原/yuan) and Sea (合/he) Points
In this episode, Jonathan Chang and Jason Robertson describe a common point pairing strategy used by Dr. Wang. Namely, what might be done when a presenting pattern fails to fit perfectly into categories of 'excess' or 'deficiency'. ...
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Episode 37: Venting the Shao Yang
One of Dr. Wang’s most useful analogies for describing the physiology of the channels is the classic bamboo steamer that is a common sight at dumpling and bao shops in China. It’s a useful image for understanding how the channels support and in...
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Episode 36: Treating the Middle Burner
In Lingshu Chapter 18, the Neijing describes each of the three 'burners' (焦 jiao) in the trunk of the body as having what Dr. Wang described as 'environments'. In that text, the middle burner is described as a 'pickling pot' (漚 ou). In th...
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Episode 35: Post-Stroke Rehabilitation
In this episode, Jonathan talks to Dr. Meng Xiao Nan from the Huguosi TCM Hospital about his use of Applied Channel Theory in the treatment of post-stroke patients.Music by The Strayun. If you're interested in listening to the ent...
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Episode 34: Answering Listeners’ Questions
In this episode, Mei and Jonathan answer some listeners’ questions. A few topics are covered, such as Dr. Wang Ju-yi’s approach to tonifying and draining points, point selection and changes observed to the channels over the course of treatme...
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Episode 33: Revisiting Old Friends -- Chat about Points (PC-6, LR-5 and more)
Dr. Wang Ju-Yi always reminded his students to see acupuncture points like friends. It takes time to learn their character and personality, tendencies in activity, needle sensation, and how each point should feel when palpating for their locati...
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