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Acupunture & Traditional East Asian Medicine

Sa Am Five Element Acupuncture & Moxibustion

This is an in-depth and practical event, where Dr Baik shares his exceptional clinical knowledge of Sa Am Five Element Acupuncture, an ancient Korean acupuncture method with deep roots in Taoist philosophy and the Five Elements. This event also includes a practical introduction to Moxibustion and its integration with Sa Am techniques.

What You’ll Learn

Sa Am Five Element Acupuncture

  • What is Sa Am Style Acupuncture?
    Understand its origins, principles, and clinical applications.

  • Five Element Point Theory
    Explore the Well, Spring, Stream, River, and Sea points across all 12 meridians, including key point selections and combinations.

  • Cold & Heat Dispelling Methods
    Learn to assess and address pathogenic factors using traditional techniques.

  • Tonification & Sedation Strategies
    Detailed instruction on how to apply these methods based on the condition and constitutional needs of the patient.

  • Treatment Prescriptions from the Original Sa Am Manuscript
    Review and discuss an extensive range of traditional prescriptions for various symptoms and conditions.

Introduction to Moxibustion

  • Understanding Moxibustion
    Learn the theory and therapeutic effects of mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris).

  • Types of Moxibustion
    Explore various techniques and when to apply each method in practice.

  • Safety Considerations
    Review key precautions, contraindications, and best practices.

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Abdominal Acupuncture & Diagnosis

A Practical Event for Therapists

This highly popular event offers a focused and practical introduction to Abdominal Acupuncture and Abdominal Palpation & Diagnosis—powerful approaches grounded in Traditional East Asian Medicine (TEAM) that can be easily and safely integrated into clinical practice.

Rather than overwhelming you with theory, the aim of this training is simple: to ensure you leave with practical tools and techniques you can begin using immediately in your clinic.

What You’ll Learn

🌀 Abdominal Acupuncture

  • Overview & Core Principles

  • TCM Abdominal Meridians & Body Acupuncture Points

  • Introduction to New Abdominal Points

  • Abdominal Ba Gua Therapy

  • Principles of Point Selection

  • Cautions, Indications & Safe Techniques

  • Practical Treatment Protocols for various conditions

✋ Abdominal Palpation & Diagnosis

  • Theoretical Foundations & Key Concepts

  • Introduction to Front Mu Points

  • Palpation Techniques

  • Clinical Protocols for Diagnosis & Treatment Planning

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Pulse Diagnosis in Traditional East Asian Medicine

A Practical Event with Dr Jong Baik

An in-depth, hands-on exploration of Pulse Diagnosis (Mai Zhen 脈診)—a foundational diagnostic tool in East Asian Medicine. This highly practical event blends traditional theory with extensive clinical insights and supervised practice, allowing participants to apply pulse-based diagnosis confidently and effectively in real-world settings.

🔍 What You’ll Learn

Foundations of Pulse Diagnosis

  • Introduction to Pulse Diagnosis (Mai Zhen 脈診)

  • Overview of the Four Main Diagnostic Methods

  • Introduction to Death Pulse (Si Mai 死脈)

  • The Seven Death Pulses (七死脈) and Ten Strange Pulses (十怪脈)

  • How to identify and palpate the Death Pulse in clinical settings

Disease Patterns & Differentiation

  • Pulse Diagnosis of External (Wai Jing Bing) and Internal (Nei Zang Bing) diseases of the Zang Fu organs

  • Bian Zheng 辨症施治 – Pattern differentiation and treatment selection

  • The Six Ancestral Pulses (Liu Zu Mai 六祖脈) and their historical significance

Palpation Techniques

  • Introduction to Palpation (Qie Zhen 切診)

  • Palpating points on channels, collaterals, Extra (EX) points, and special diagnostic points

  • Combining Front Mu, Back Shu, and Xi Cleft Points for diagnostic accuracy

Clinical Application by System

  • Diagnostic point selection for:

    • Digestive disorders

    • Respiratory conditions

    • Cardiovascular, Liver/Gall Bladder, and Urogenital issues

    • Neurological and Orthopedic conditions

    • Sensory Organ disorders

    • Endocrine imbalances

  • Assessing Deficiency/Excess of Zang Fu Organs

  • Commonly used Extra and Special Points in palpation-based diagnosis

🧭 Pulse Typology & Interpretation

  • Classification of the 28 Kinds of Pulses

  • Detailed descriptions:

    • Indications

    • Etiology

    • Similar & Opposite Pulse Types

    • Irregular Pulses

  • How to connect pulse findings to treatment strategies

🎓 Training Format

  • Clear theoretical explanations

  • Live demonstrations by Dr Baik

  • Extensive supervised practice sessions

  • Ample time for Q&A and clinical discussion

This course ensures participants leave with practical diagnostic tools they can implement immediately in their clinic.

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An Introduction to Scalp Acupuncture & Reflexology

Scalp Acupuncture & Reflexology is a modern and powerful therapeutic system that draws on the principles of Traditional East Asian Medicine and Microsystem Therapy. By stimulating specific reflex areas on the scalp, practitioners can treat a wide range of conditions—particularly those related to the central nervous system.

This technique is especially effective for:

  • Paralysis following stroke

  • Neurological disorders

  • Internal medicine conditions

  • Gynaecological issues

  • Paediatric concerns

🧠 What You’ll Learn

  • Introduction to Scalp Reflexology & Acupuncture

    • Origins and theoretical foundation

    • Integration with microsystem and meridian theory

  • Physiology of the Brain & Body Connections

    • Understanding how different regions of the brain correspond to bodily functions and systems

    • Symptom mapping and functional correlations

  • Reflex Zones of the Scalp

    • How to accurately locate:

      • Motor Area

      • Sensory Area

      • Balance & Coordination Areas

      • Digestive Reflex Zone

      • Reproductive & Hormonal Zones

  • Stimulation & Treatment Methods

    • Acupuncture, manual techniques, and other forms of non-invasive stimulation

    • Safety, precautions, and contraindications

    • Clinical strategies and best practices

  • Case Studies & Clinical Applications

    • Real-world examples and condition-specific protocols

    • Open discussions and Q&A sessions

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Tongue Diagnosis in Traditional East Asian Medicine

A Practical Event for Practitioners

Due to overwhelming practitioner demand, we are pleased to offer this special event dedicated to the practice of Tongue Diagnosis from a Traditional East Asian Medicine (TEAM) perspective.

This in-depth event will explore how accurate tongue observation can significantly expand treatment options, improve clinical outcomes, and help create highly individualised treatment plans.

👅 What You’ll Learn

  • The Role of the Tongue in TEAM Diagnosis
    Understand how tongue signs reflect internal organ function, Qi dynamics, and systemic imbalances.

  • Detailed Tongue Inspection Techniques
    Learn to assess:

    • Shape

    • Size

    • Colour

    • Texture

    • Coating

  • Pattern Recognition
    Identify common and complex patterns associated with various tongue presentations.

  • Treatment Strategies Based on Tongue Diagnosis

    • Suggested body acupuncture points

    • Tailored treatment prescriptions

    • Complementary dietary recommendations

🎯 Why Attend?

  • Deepen your understanding of one of TEAM’s core diagnostic pillars

  • Gain confidence in interpreting tongue signs with clinical relevance

  • Learn how to integrate tongue diagnosis into every client assessment for more targeted care

  • Leave with practical techniques you can apply immediately in your practice

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Emotions in Traditional East Asian Medicine

A Practical Event with Dr Jong Baik

Explore the deep and dynamic relationship between emotions and physical health through the lens of Traditional East Asian Medicine (TEAM) in this unique event.

Drawing from his extensive clinical experience, Dr Jong Baik shares profound insights into how emotional states affect the body and how practitioners can apply this understanding in diagnosis and treatment.

💠 What You’ll Learn

  • The Three Treasures: Jing, Qi & Shen
    Understand their roles in emotional and physical well-being.

  • In-Depth Study of Shen (神)

    • Classification

    • Functions

    • Aspects of Shen in clinical context

  • Meridians and Emotional Health

    • The Heart Meridian: Emotional regulation and consciousness

    • The Pericardium Meridian: Emotional expression and protection

    • The Kidney Meridian: Fear, willpower, and emotional resilience

  • Microsystem Approaches to Emotions

    • Auricular Therapy: Key points for emotional balance

    • Korean Hand Therapy: Emotional support through micro-reflex zones

🎯 Why Attend?

  • Gain clinical tools to identify and treat emotion-related imbalances

  • Learn how to interpret emotional disharmony within TEAM frameworks

  • Expand your understanding of how emotional health impacts physical symptoms

  • Integrate emotional awareness into your existing diagnostic and treatment protocols

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👥 Who Should Attend?

These events are ideal for:

  • Acupuncturists

  • Traditional East Asian Medicine practitioners

  • Holistic therapists trained in meridian-based therapies

✅ Please ensure these event topics are within your professional scope of practice and covered by your insurance before booking

Taught by Dr Jong Baik

All our events are led by Dr Jong Baik, an internationally respected teacher and practitioner of Korean Hand Therapy and Traditional East Asian Medicine.
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