Hello, jas8844-ga!
I have located a few online sites that show diagrams for acupuncture
meridians and point locations for various physical and mental
conditions. The sites require a bit of study and there are several
ways to navigate them. I will leave it up to you to play around with
them, but I have selected the various locations that correspond most
suitably with the conditions you mention in your question. They are
not precise. In other words, there is no such acupuncture location for
"hypnosis", "meditation", or "stuttering", per se. But there are
locations that correspond with those desired states and conditions,
such as "calm spirit" - "calms fear" - "pacifies fright" -"benefits
the throat" - "benefits the voice." There is also one location that
does mention stuttering, specifically, as a condition which can be
helped by that particular acupuncture point.
Keep in mind that conditions like "Calm Spirit" are associated with
numerous acupuncture points on various meridians, based upon the
physical state with which it is associated. These location points
correspond with numerous physical conditions, which are outlined as
you click on each link. Calmness of Spirit may be just one of several
qualities promoted by a specific acupuncture point. Make sure you look
at each link and the conditions that are helped by acupuncture at that
location.
* As with all acupuncture points, the locations are precise, and
application of needles should only be performed by a trained
acupuncturist!
* Acupuncture is a complicated therapy, which is not to be taken
lightly or performed on oneself. In fact, an individual can actually
do more harm than good by playing with such an intensive therapy. Some
acupuncture points are in dangerous places - like just above the
jugular notch, for instance. Contraindications are also listed under
many of the location points.
Having had acupuncture myself, I would suggest trying to find someone
who has been well-trained in the field, with an extensive history in
the practice. Simply knowing several points that help specific
conditions in no way creates an understanding of the systematic
knowledge required to combine acupuncture points for the desired
effect in alleviating various health conditions. Only a trained
professional will truly know the best combinations of acupuncture
points tailored to a specific individual's needs.
You might also try looking into acupressure, which is less invasive
and a therapy that you can actually perform yourself, without risk or
potential harm.
Finally:
* Please use this information for reference, only, and keep in mind
the disclaimer we often see on those home video shows....."PLEASE
DON'T TRY THIS AT HOME!"
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INSERTION POINTS FOR SPECIFIC CONDITIONS
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From the Acuxo Acupuncture Research and Resource website:
http://www.acuxo.com/index.asp
"Acuxo's Acupuncture Points window gives you access to hundreds of
detailed award winning images showing the exact point locations along
with their associated meridians. Every window includes a close up
point location as well as a full sized reference image. Each window
has detailed descriptions of locations, chinese names, indications and
much more in in an easy to navigate environment. The Points Selection
window includes literally thousands of acupucture point combitions
based on conditions, questions, and indications."
+Note the contraindications under some of the points, and please make
sure you click on each link to the variety of physical and mental
conditions which correspond to the location.
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I have taken all the following locations points from the Acuxo
Website, but the Yin Yang House website also does a fine job. You
might want to refer to that site after you have looked through my
answer.
http://www.yinyanghouse.com/acupoints.html
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CALMS THE SPIRIT / PACIFIES FRIGHT/ CALMS FEAR
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** Again - note that there are other associated reasons for using
these specific points besides "just" calming the spirit. Be sure to
review each link carefully.
Governing Vessel Meridian
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GV1 - Calms the Spirit - Location: Midway between the anus and the tip
of the coccyx.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=GV1&meridian=Governing%20Vessel
GV8 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the middle back, below the
spinous process of the ninth thoracic vertebra (T9)
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=GV8&meridian=Governing%20Vessel
GV11 - Calms the Spirit - Location: Below the spinous process of the
fifth thoracic vertebra (T5).
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=GV11&meridian=Governing%20Vessel
GV12 - Calms the Spirit - Location: Below the spinous process of the
third thoracic vertebra (T3).
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=GV12&meridian=Governing%20Vessel
GV16 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the posterior head, 0.5 cun
directly below the external occipital protuberance.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=GV16&meridian=Governing%20Vessel
GV17 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the posterior head, 1.5 cun
directly above the external occipital protuberance.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=GV17&meridian=Governing%20Vessel
GV18 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the posterior head, 2.5 cun
directly above the external occipital protuberance.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=GV18&meridian=Governing%20Vessel
GV19 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the posterior head, 4 cun
directly above the external occiptal protuberance.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=GV19&meridian=Governing%20Vessel
GV20 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the midsagittal line, at the
intersection of a line connecting the right and left ear apices.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=GV20&meridian=Governing%20Vessel
GV23 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the midline, 1 cun posterior to
the anterior hairline.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=GV23&meridian=Governing%20Vessel
GV24 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the midline, 0.5 cun posterior
to the anterior hairline.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=GV24&meridian=Governing%20Vessel
GV26 - Calms the Spirit - Location: In the philtrum, 1/3 the distance
from the nose and the top of the lip.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=GV26&meridian=Governing%20Vessel
GV27 - Calms the Spirit - Location: At the junction of the philtrum
with the upper lip. http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=GV27&meridian=Governing%20Vessel
Pericardium Meridian
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PC4 - Calms The Spirit - Location: On the anterior forearm, 5 cun
superior to the transverse wrist crease, between the tendons of
palmaris longus and flexor carpi radialis muscles.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=PC4&meridian=Pericardium
PC5 - Calms The Spirit - Location: On the anterior forearm, 3 cun
superior to the transverse wrist crease, between the tendons of
palmaris longus and flexor carpi radialis muscles.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=PC5&meridian=Pericardium
PC6 - Calms The Spirit - Location: On the anterior forearm, 2 cun
superior to the transverse wrist crease, between the tendons of
palmaris longus and flexor carpi radialis muscles.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=PC6&meridian=Pericardium
PC7 - Calms the Spirit - Location: At the transverse wrist crease,
between the tendons of palmaris longus and flexor carpi radialis
muscles. http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=PC7&meridian=Pericardium
Bladder Meridian
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BL8 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the head, 5.5 cun posterior to
anterior hairline, 1.5 cun lateral to the midline.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=BL8&meridian=Bladder
BL15 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the upper back, 1.5 cun lateral
to the lower border of the spinous process of the fifth thoracic
vertebra
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=BL15&meridian=Bladder
BL43 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the upper back, 3 cun lateral
to the lower border of the spinous process of the fourth thoracic
vertebra (T4), at the level of BL 14.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=BL43&meridian=Bladder
BL62 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the lateral foot, in the
depression directly inferior to the lateral malleolus, at the
dorsal-plantar skin junction.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=BL62&meridian=Bladder
BL67 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the lateral foot, at the
lateral fifth digit, 0.1 cun from the corner of the nailbed
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=BL67&meridian=Bladder
Conception Vessel Meridian
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CV1 - Calms the Spirit - Location: In the perineal region, at the
mdipoint between the anus and the posterior border of the scrotum in
males and the posterior labial commissure in females.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=CV1&meridian=Conception%20Vessel
CV14 - Calms the Spirit - Location: In the epigastric region, on the
anterior midline, 2 cun inferior to the xiphoid process and 6 cun
superior to the umbilicus.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=CV14&meridian=Conception%20Vessel
CV15 - Calms the Spirit - Location: In the epigastric region, on the
anterior midline, 1 cun inferior to the xiphoid process and 7 cun
superior to the umbilicus.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=CV15&meridian=Conception%20Vessel
CV24 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the chin, in the depression in
the center of the mentolabial groove, below the middle of the lower
lip. http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=CV24&meridian=Conception%20Vessel
Gall Bladder Meridian
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GB9 - Calms the Spirit - Pacifies Fright - Location: Posterior and
superior to the auricular border and 0.5 cun posterior to GB 8.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=GB9&meridian=Gall%20Bladder
GB12 - Calms the Spirit - Location: In the temporal region, in the
depression posterior and inferior to the mastoid process, at the level
of the inferior ridge of the auricle.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=GB12&meridian=Gall%20Bladder
GB13 - Calms the Spirit - Location: In the frontal region, 0.5 cun
within the anterior hairline, on a sagittal line ascending from the
lateral canthus of the eye.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=GB13&meridian=Gall%20Bladder
GB15 - Calms the Spirit - Location: In the frontal region, 0.5 cun
within the hairline, aligned with the pupil when the eyes are focused
forward.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=GB15&meridian=Gall%20Bladder
GB35 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the lateral side of the leg, on
the posterior border of the fibula, 7 cun superior to the prominence
of the lateral malleolus.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=GB35&meridian=Gall%20Bladder
GB44 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the lateral side of the fourth
toe, 0.1 cun from the nail bed.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=GB44&meridian=Gall%20Bladder
Kidney Meridian
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KI1 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the sole of the foot, between
the second and third metatarsal bones, one-third the the distance from
the webs of the toes to the heel.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=KI1&meridian=Kidney
KI4 - Calms Fear - Location: On the medial ankle, posterior and
inferior to the medial malleolus, in the depression anterior to the
medial side of the attachment of Achille's tendon.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=KI4&meridian=Kidney
KI6 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the medial ankle, in the
depression 1 cun inferior to the medial malleolus.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=KI6&meridian=Kidney
Liver Meridian
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LI5 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the radial side of the wrist,
distal to the tip of the radial styloid process, in the depression
between the tendons of extensor pollicis longus and brevis, in the
"anatomical snuff box".
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=LI5&meridian=Large%20Intestine
LI7 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the radial side of the posterior
antebrachial region, 5 cun proximal to the dorsal wrist crease, on the
line connecting LI 5 at the wrist and LI 11 at the lateral cubital
crease. http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=LI7&meridian=Large%20Intestine
LI8 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the radial side of the posterior
antebrachial region, 4 cun distal cubital crease, on the line
connecting LI 5 at the wrist and LI 11 at the lateral cubital crease.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=LI8&meridian=Large%20Intestine
Heart Meridian
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HE3 - Calms the Spirit - Location: With the elbow flexed, at the
medial end of the transverse cubital crease.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=HE3&meridian=Heart
HE4 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the palmar surface of the
forearm, 1.5 cun proximal to the transverse wrist crease, on the
radial side of flexor carpi ulnaris tendon.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=HE4&meridian=Heart
HE5 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the palmar surface of the
forearm, 1 cun proximal to the transverse wrist crease, on the radial
side of flexor carpi ulnaris tendon.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=HE5&meridian=Heart
HE6 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the palmar surface of the
forearm, 0.5 cun proximal to the transverse wrist crease, on the
radial side of flexor carpi ulnaris tendon.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=HE6&meridian=Heart
HE7 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the transverse wrist crease, in
the small depression between the pisiform and ulna bones.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=HE7&meridian=Heart
HE8 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the palmar surface of the hand,
between the fourth and fifth metacarpal bones. When a tight fist is
made, HE 8 is where the fifth digit rests.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=HE8&meridian=Heart
Small Intestine Meridian
=========================
SI3 - Calms the Spirit - Location: In the depression proximal to the
head of the fifth metacarpal bone, at the junction of the dorsal and
palmar surfaces. http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=SI3&meridian=Small%20Intestine
SI5 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the ulna side of the wrist, in a
depression between the styloid process of the ulna and the triquetral
and pisiform bones. http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=SI5&meridian=Small%20Intestine
SI7 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the ulnar side of the forearme,
between the anterior border of the ulna and flexor carpi ulnaris
muscle, 5 cun superior to the wrist crease, on the line connecting SI
5 at the wrist and SI 8 at the medial epicondyle of the humerus at the
elbow. http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=SI7&meridian=Small%20Intestine
SI8 - Calms the Spirit - Location: With the elbow in flexion, in the
depression between the olecranon and the medial epicondyle of the
humerus. http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=SI8&meridian=Small%20Intestine
SI16 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the neck, on the posterior
margin of the sternocleidomastoid muscle, at the level of the
laryngeal prominence and the transverse process of the fourth cervical
transverse process (C4).
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=SI16&meridian=Small%20Intestine
SI19 - Calms the Spirit - Location: Anterior to the tragus of the ear,
in the depression between the tragus and the mandibular joint when the
mouth is open slightly.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=SI19&meridian=Small%20Intestine
Spleen Meridian
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SP1 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the medial great toe, .01 cun
from the corner of the nail bed.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=SP1&meridian=Spleen
SP4 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the medial foot, in the
depression distal to the base of the first metatarsal bone.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=SP4&meridian=Spleen
SP5- Calms the Spirit - Location: On the medial foot, in the
depression midway between the navicular bone and the vertex of the
medial malleolus. http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=SP5&meridian=Spleen
SP6 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the medial leg, 3 cun superior
to the medial malleolus, on the posterior border of the tibia.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=SP6&meridian=Spleen
Stomach Meridian
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ST23 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the abdomen, 2 cun lateral to
the anterior midline, 2 cun superior to the umbilicus, at the level of
CV 10. http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=ST23&meridian=Stomach
ST24 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the abdomen, 2 cun lateral to
the anterior midline, 1 cun superior to the umbilicus, at the level of
CV 9. http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=ST24&meridian=Stomach
ST36 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the leg, one finger breadth
lateral to the tibia's anterior crest, 3 cun inferior to ST 35 in the
depression to the lateral side of the patella.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=ST36&meridian=Stomach
ST39 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the leg, one cun lateral to ST
38 at the midpoint of a line between ST 35 at the lateral patella and
the lateral malleolus.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=ST40&meridian=Stomach
ST40 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the leg, one cun lateral to ST
38 at the midpoint of a line between ST 35 at the lateral patella and
the lateral malleolus.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=ST40&meridian=Stomach
ST41 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the dorsum of the foot, between
tendons of muscles extensor digitorum longus and extersor hallucis
longus, level with the tip of the lateral malleolus.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=ST41&meridian=Stomach
ST42 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the dorsum of the foot, 1.5 cun
inferior to ST 41, in the depression between the second and third
metatarsals and cuneiform bones. CautionAvoid the Dorsal Artery.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=ST42&meridian=Stomach
ST44 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the dorsum of the foot, at the
proximal end of the web between the second and third toes.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=ST44&meridian=Stomach
ST45 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the lateral side of the second
toe, 0.1 cun from the corner of the nail bed.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=ST45&meridian=Stomach
Triple Burner Meridian
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TB2 - Calms the Spirit - Location: On the dorsum of the hand, 0.5 cun
from the web margin between the fourth and fifth digits.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=TB2&meridian=Triple%20Burner
TB10 - Calms the Spirit - Location: In the posterior cubital region,
in the depression 1 cun superior to the olecranon when the elbow is
flexed. http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=TB10&meridian=Triple%20Burner
TB19 - Pacifies Fright - Location: On the mastoid bone, posterior to
the ear, at the junction of the middle and upper third of the curve
that connects TE 17 at the earlobe and TE 20 at the apex of the ear.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=TB19&meridian=Triple%20Burner
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CONFIDENCE/SELF-ESTEEM
=======================
I equated the points involved with the "regulation of Qi" (the Chinese
term for vital energy or life force), and "strengthening the will" as
applicable to achieving these qualties.
Bladder Meridian
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BL43 - Strengthens Original Qi - Location: On the upper back, 3 cun
lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the fourth
thoracic vertebra (T4), at the level of BL 14.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=BL43&meridian=Bladder
BL45 - Regulates Qi and Blood - Location: On the upper back, 3 cun
lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the sixth
thoracic vertebra (T6), at the level of BL 16.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=BL45&meridian=Bladder
Gallbladder Meridian
=====================
GB13 - Strengthens the Will - Location: In the frontal region, 0.5 cun
within the anterior hairline, on a sagittal line ascending from the
lateral canthus of the eye.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=GB13&meridian=Gall%20Bladder
GB15 - Strengthens the Will - Location: In the frontal region, 0.5 cun
within the hairline, aligned with the pupil when the eyes are focused
forward.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=GB15&meridian=Gall%20Bladder
Kidney Meridian
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KI4 - Strengthens the Will - Location: On the medial ankle, posterior
and inferior to the medial malleolus, in the depression anterior to
the medial side of the attachment of Achille's tendon.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=KI4&meridian=Kidney
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MEDITATION - HYPNOSIS
======================
I equated the qualities of "Calms the Brain" and "Clears the Head"
with points conducive to facilitating meditation and hynosis (along
with all those above the "Calm the Spirit")
Bladder Meridian
=================
BL63 - Calms the Brain - Location: On the lateral foot, in the
depression posterior to the fifth metatarsal bone and lateral to the
cuboid bone.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=BL63&meridian=Bladder
BL64 - Calms the Brain - Location: On the lateral foot, in the
depression anterior and inferior to the tuberosity of the fifth
metatarsal bone.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=BL64&meridian=Bladder
BL66 - Clears the Head - Location: On the lateral foot, in the
depression anterior and inferior to the fifth metatarsophalangeal
joint.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=BL66&meridian=Bladder
Governing Vessel Meridian
=========================
GV20 - Calms the Brain - Location: On the midsagittal line, at the
intersection of a line connecting the right and left ear apices.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=GV20&meridian=Governing%20Vessel
GV24 - Calms the Brain - Location: On the midline, 0.5 cun posterior
to the anterior hairline.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=GV24&meridian=Governing%20Vessel
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VOICE AND THROAT (not specific to STUTTERING)
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While the qualities of "Benefits the Throat" and "Benefits the Voice"
are not specific to stuttering, they seem to be beneficial points to
consider. All the other "Calming" and "Fear-Erasing" qualities
outlined above should also be considered along with these points.
Conception Vessel Meridian
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CV22 - Benefits The Throat/Benefits The Voice - Location: In the
suprasternal fossa, on the anterior midline, just above the jugular
notch. http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=CV22&meridian=Conception%20Vessel
Liver Meridian
===============
LI17 - Benefits The Throat And Voice - Location: At the anterior
margin of the posterior triangle of the neck, on the posterior border
of the sternocleidomastoid muscle, 1 cun inferior to LI 18 at the
level of the laryngeal prominence.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=LI17&meridian=Large%20Intestine
LI18 - Benefits the Throat and Voice - Location: On the neck, on the
sternocleidomastoid muscle, 3 cun lateral to the laryngeal prominence.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=LI18&meridian=Large%20Intestine
Heart Meridian
================
HE4 - Benefits the Voice - Location: On the palmar surface of the
forearm, 1.5 cun proximal to the transverse wrist crease, on the
radial side of flexor carpi ulnaris tendon.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=HE4&meridian=Heart
Stomach Meridian
===================
ST9 - Benefits The Throat And Neck (including Speech Impaired) -
Location: On the neck, on the anterior border of sternocleidomastoid
muscle, at the level of the laryngeal prominence.
http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=ST9&meridian=Stomach
Triple Burner Meridian
========================
TB6 - Benefits The Voice - Location: On the dorsal forearm, between
the radius and ulna, 3 cun superior to TE 4 at the dorsal transverse
wrist crease. http://www.acuxo.com/meridianPictures.asp?point=TB6&meridian=Triple%20Burner
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POINTS SPECIFIC TO STUTTERING
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HeartMeridian 5 (HT5) is specific to stuttering, among other conditions:
From the YinYangHouse website
http://www.yinyanghouse.com/acupoints/ht5.html
Heart Meridian - HT 5 Acupuncture Point Information:
* Actions & Effects: Speech a/or vocal disorders - aphasia
(post-stroke), stiff tongue, stuttering.
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From "Valuable Points for Acupuncturists to Know and Use," by Subhuti
Dharmananda, Ph.D., Director, Institute for Traditional Medicine,
Portland, Oregon." http://www.itmonline.org/arts/madanyang.htm
Tongli - HT5 - stammering and stuttering, distress, irritation,
palpitations, limbs go heavy, head, face, and cheeks turn red, lack of
appetite and expression
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From "What is Acupuncture." http://www.factsoft.nl/zhangmen/us_acupunctuur.htm
"In variance to the Western way of thinking the acupuncturistic point
of view is that every organ has many more functions.... Another
example: the Heart provides energy for circulation of blood but also
for sleeping, dreaming, ones radiance, perspiration, tongue and
speech.
* Stuttering from this point of view can be seen as a disturbance of
the Heart energy."
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A specific location on the ear is also reputed to help with
stuttering. From "Ear Acupuncture Prescriptions and Techniques, Part
Two: Point Energetics," by Skya Abbate, DOM. Acupuncture Today
December, 2004, Volume 05, Issue 12
http://www.acupuncturetoday.com/archives2004/dec/12abbate.html
"Mouth can be used as a local point for mouth diseases including
stuttering, aphasia, dysphasia, oral ulcerations, etc. The Mouth point
is also called the anti-fatigue point. One reason is that it is
located close to the external auditory meatus, which is a very tender
and delicate area, and elicits a strong stimulus upon treatment."
Unfortunately, the article does not contain a diagram of the
acupuncture points of the ear, so I had to search elsewhere. The
following article and chart recommends "massaging" the corresponding
point
Read "Ear Points." http://www.drgrotte.com/EarAcupuncture.shtml
See Ear Chart: http://www.drgrotte.com/foxear.pdf
Also refer to the article below on Auricular Therapy.
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Auricular Therapy for Stuttering: (This is a less invasive technique
than acupuncture, involving AcuBead acupressure strips
From "A Critical Assessment Through Advanced Auricular Therapy," by
Bryan Frank, MD and Nader Soliman, MD. Medical Acupuncture. Spring /
Summer 1999 - Volume 11 / Number 1
http://www.integratedmedicineseminars.com/articles/zeropoint.html
"Zero Point is situated at the junction of the conchal ridge and the
root of the ascending helix. It is one of the most recognized
auricular points and is used in the treatment of many
ailments....While Zero Point is universally recognized in the
auricular acupuncture world, it is not associated with any specific
organ. It was derived from observations of functional effects, not
necessarily with respect to the body's anatomy."
"The Zero Point location is also shared by the phase 3 corpus callosum
(Figure 9). The role of the corpus callosum as neural relay is
imperative for proper neurophysiological function. Abundant fibers
connect to the cortex from the lower brainstern and spinal cord; inte
gration of information between the hemispheres is vital to carry
information that is essential to proper brain function. Disturbances
of this neural integration may manifest as attention deficit
disorder/attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder,
** stuttering,
dyslexia, confusion with directions, and visual and auditory
processing disturbances."
"AcuBead acupressure strips combine ancient Eastern medicine with
modern Western medical knowledge and technology for users' benefit,"
says Kramer. "They make ear acupressure easy for anyone, anywhere,
anytime."
Each strip has titanium acupressure beads arranged in patterns
designed to affect acupressure points traditionally used in
auriculotherapy for specific pain problems. AcuBead offers four
products: HeadacheBeads, for migraine and tension headaches;
NeckBeads, for neck and shoulder pain; LowbackBeads, for low back pain
and sciatica; and SlenderBeads, for appetite suppression and weight
loss).
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REFERENCES FOR NEEDLE INSERTION INFORMATION
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The type and size of needle, depth of insertion and length of time is
very technical information.
The following CD's from the Buy-A-Mag Company should provide the
information you require:
1. "Fast Location Of Acupoints And Treatment By Single Acupoint." $129.00
http://www.buyamag.com/acupuncture_education_cds.php
"A comprehensive CD and a great knowledge resourceful tool for the
study fast of needle insertion, the selection of needles, the way of
holding needles, manipulation, getting QI, etc. It also introduces the
types of cupping, their different usage's, and the types of needles,
e.g. tri-edged needle, dermal needle, electro-needle, acupoint
injection, ear needle.... Helpful practical knowledge, a mast for any
acupuncture practice office, acupuncture practitioner and Chinese
Medicine Educational Programs. Computer requirements: PC, WIN 3.1 or
later."
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2. "Therapeutic Studies of Needle Insertion." $124.90
http://www.buyamag.com/acupuncture_education_cds.php
"A great knowledge resourceful tool to fast locate Acupoints. It also
introduces the treatment of the common diseases by working on
individual Acupoint. Fast, accurate and effective. Helpful knowledge
for any acupuncture practice office, acupuncture practitioner and
Chinese Medicine Educational Programs. Computer requirements: PC, WIN
3.1 or later."
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Also read this basic overview of concerning the use of Acupuncture Needles:
http://www.hungkuen.net/tcm-acupuncture.htm
"The needles used in acupuncture are flexible and very thin (about
three times the thickness of a human hair). Although there are many
types of needles, today there are only six types of needles commonly
used by the modern acupuncturist. The needles vary in length, width of
shaft, and shape of head. The length of a needle may vary from l cm to
l5 cm and the diameter from 0.27 mm to O.46 mm. The lengths of most
commonly used needles are 1 inch and 1.5 inch. The needles used today
are disposable and packaged sterile. These needles are only used once
and then discarded in accordance with medical biohazard regulations
and guidelines. The needles are made from stainless steel with a very
flexible shaft that makes it very hard to bend or break. Although most
of the needles used today are made of stainless steel, the copper,
gold and silver needles are still been used. Gold is thought by some
to notify and silver to disperse qi."
"During a typical treatment session, the needles are inserted by
placing them in a tube-like holder first to keep them from bending
upon insertion on to the body. Then the acupuncturist will tap the top
of the holder to insert the thin needle perpendicularly or obliquely
at the specific points to the desired depth, usually to a depth of
about a quarter of an inch into the skin. The holder is then removed,
leaving the actual needle in place. The size of the needles used
depends on the area of the body where they are to be inserted. For
example, longer, thicker needles are used in areas where there is more
"cushioning" such as the buttocks, while small, thin needles are used
where the flesh is thinner and closer to the bone. In either case,
insertion of the needles is quick and virtually painless. The number
of needles inserted depends on the treatment and can vary from one to
15. Once the needle is inserted and the point is correctly located
with the required depth reached, the patient should feel what is
called a 'needling sensation' or de qi. De qi is the sensation, which
the acupuncturist will try to achieve at the site of needle insertion
and indicates successful application. This sensation usually
experienced by the patient may be a feeling of numbness, heaviness,
swelling, pressure, or tingling. Once the needles are inserted at the
correct points and de qi is achieved, the acupuncturist may twist or
move the needles manually using a rotating or pumping action or send a
weak electrical current through them to increase the energy flow. The
needles may be left in place for 15 to 40 minutes, before removal.
BOOKS ON VARIOUS ASPECTS OF ACUPUNCTURE
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Please see the list on the following site:
http://changbioscience.com/virtualab/book/acupuncturebook.htm
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ADDITIONAL REFERENCES
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Can acupuncture help stuttering?
"Results of a traditional acupuncture intervention for stuttering."
Craig AR, Kearns M. J Speech Hear Res. 1995 Jun;38(3):572-8.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&list_uids=7674649&dopt=Abstract
"This study investigated traditional acupuncture-based treatments for
two adult males who had stuttered since childhood. A single-case
experimental ABAB multiple baseline design was employed to test for
treatment effectiveness. Subjects were followed up for a further 12
weeks to evaluate maintenance (C phase) of possible improvements. No
significant ABAB reversal effects were observed, and stuttering
frequency through the treatment phases remained at baseline levels for
the two subjects. Speech rate also remained at baseline levels
throughout the treatment phases, as did naturalness of speech and
anxiety levels. This research is important as claims that acupuncture
may successfully reduce stuttering need to be tested, and the scope
and usefulness of treatments like acupuncture for a wide variety of
problems needs to be determined. However, the low subject numbers
involved suggest caution in concluding acupuncture is not a successful
intervention for stuttering. Perhaps alternative acupuncture points
need to be evaluated and a wider variety of persons who stutter need
to be involved in any future research."
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Acupuncture, Hynosis and Pain:
Read "The Affect of Acupuncture on the Nervous System," by Claire Walker.
http://serendip.brynmawr.edu/bb/neuro/neuro01/web1/Walker.html
"One study was done at Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center in NYC and
worked with cardiothoracic surgery patients. A holistic healer worked
with patients pre-operative, during the operation and post-operative.
By focusing on the patients energy flow, the healer would calm the
patient before going under anesthesia and then would keep the flow of
Qi, during the operation, circulating through the body (2). After the
surgery the healer used hypnosis and stimulated the movement of energy
flow to the heart to help heal the body. The patients involved in the
study had lower blood pressure and heart rates, then control group,
after heart transplants (2). Most said that they felt relaxed and they
claimed that they suffered much less than traditional surgery
patients. Since this experiment was so successful many of the patients
receiving heart surgery now have the additional care of an acupuncture
specialist.
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"Acupuncture helps kids handle pain," by Kathleen Doheny, HealthDay.
http://www.usatoday.com/news/health/2003-06-15-acupuncture-for-kids_x.htm
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I hope these references are helpful. Good luck in your endeavors at
achieving the best of health!
Sincerly,
umiat
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