{"title":"Ilaira Bouratinos","description":"\u003cp\u003eIlaira Bouratinos offers insightful works that delve into traditional and holistic health practices. Her writing often explores the fundamentals of acupuncture and its applications, providing clear and detailed guidance for both beginners and practitioners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect thoughtful, well-researched texts that bridge ancient wisdom and modern wellness. Her books serve as valuable resources for those interested in alternative therapies and enhancing personal health through time-honoured techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-definitive-guide-to-acupuncture-points-by-chris-jarmey-9781644116234","title":"The Definitive Guide to Acupuncture Points","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA comprehensive reference guide to locating and treating nearly 400 acupoints throughout the body\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplores in precise detail the acupuncture points of the 12 main channels\/meridians, plus the conception and governor vessels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplains the theory of acupuncture from both traditional Chinese and Western medical perspectives with maps of the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFull-colour throughout and abundantly illustrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA complete reference atlas of acupuncture and acupressure points, this newly updated guide by renowned shiatsu, qigong, and bodywork teacher Chris Jarmey and acupuncturists Ilaria Bouratinos and Lynn Pearce illustrates how to best locate and treat nearly 400 acupoints throughout the body. Lavishly illustrated with full-colour examples, this updated fourth edition of \u003cem\u003eThe Definitive Guide to Acupuncture Points\u003c\/em\u003e offers comparisons of Eastern and Western teaching models as well as new theoretical material to help instil intuitive understanding for students and early practitioners of acupuncture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe first part of the book, “Theory,” describes the essence of acupuncture from both traditional Chinese and Western medical perspectives with chapters on needling considerations, the principles of locating acupoints, and myotome, dermatome, viscerotome, and sclerotome maps of the body. The second part, “Practice,” then guides the reader methodically through acupuncture points of the 12 main channels\/meridians, plus the conception and governor vessels and additional non-channel points. The locations of nearly 400 points are described in precise detail and clearly illustrated through colour diagrams, along with explanations of each point’s actions, indications, and contraindications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHonouring the traditional Eastern roots of acupuncture in parallel with modern approaches of Western medicine, this book is an essential resource for practitioners of all levels seeking to deepen their understanding of working with acupoints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47428241686764,"sku":"9781644116234","price":52.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781644116234.jpg?v=1774766816"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/ilaira-bouratinos.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}