Guest guest Posted May 15, 2007 Report Share Posted May 15, 2007 Hi Andrea, I would look for Ah Shi points in the mirror of the affected area, these may be on the yin side of the hand, ie the thenar eminence. In the absence of Ah Shi, try needling the mirror alternating with the yin side. Also, there are 2 points Dr Tan talks about, Mu Guan and Gu Guan. Mu Guan is distal to the wrist on the line of the web margin of the 4th and 5th finger to the midpoint of the wrist, ie P7. Gu Guan is on the line of the web margin of the 2nd and 3rd fingers to the center of the wrist, distal to the wrist crease. These points are good for any bony growth, and I find that Gu Guan in particular is often very tender. I would use ear needles in a tender area such as this, quick insertion, easily manipulated. As for orthotics, I refer locally to a great physical therapist who makes orthotics. I must say, I was quite skeptical of the efficacy of the Tan points until I started using them. Now I am amazed. Beata Booth ______________________ AOL now offers free email to everyone. Find out more about what's free from AOL at AOL.com. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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