Everything about the basic techniques of acupuncture as well as the fundamentals of physiology, functional anatomy, neurology, and biochemistry. The reader gains in-depth knowledge about the essentials of muscular diagnostics and therapy, as well as the most important treatment strategies for systemic disorders. Topics discussed include acupuncture, trigger point therapy, and muscle energy techniques. The focus is on manual techniques in acupuncture, the basics of muscle function and dysfunction, and therapy. The affordable study edition is based on the 2nd edition from 2011.