Neuro-Vascular Reflex (NV)

Also referred to as Bennett’s reflexes, they refer to a specific set of points that enhance the blood flow in various glands and organs when stimulated. The Neurovascular reflexes are a connection between the nervous system and the circulatory system....

7 Elements Theory

Richard Utt, the ideator of Applied Physiology developed an expansion of the 5 Elements Theory that encompasses also the energy of Extraordinary Meridians after a discussion with a Tibetan Monk. The elements added to the classical 5 Elements Theory are: Ministerial...

Reflex

A Reflex is an automatic and often inborn response to a stimulus that typically involves a nerve impulse from a receptor to an effector (such as a muscle or gland) without reaching the level of consciousness and often without passing to the brain. While people usually...

Ancient Shu Points

The 5 transporting points (Shu points) are sometimes called Command points or Ancient or Antique points. In the 5 Elements Theory, one of the supporting columns of Traditional Chinese Medicine, every Element is in direct relation with the other 4. To reflect this...

Alarm Point

A set of 14 special points that give a read-out of stress involved in the 14 acupuncture meridians. Tradition Chinese Medicine (TCM) describes only 12 alarm points (called Anterior Mu Points) and uses them to assess and balance the energy of the organs (Zang-Fu). In...