Acupuncturists will learn much from the orthopaedic examination and testing techniques. Also many of the massage techniques to muscles and tendons will prove to be of great value. I was intrigued by some of the cross-fibre techniques used to aid shoulder tendons, which often take a long time to heal unless treated well. Before dealing with the treatment of specific problems Marcus has devoted the first part of the book to describing the basic theory behind his three main disciplines of Oriental Medicine, Orthopaedic Medicine and Osteopathy. Oriental Medicine is dealt with thoroughly over 70 pages.
Sections range from explanations of qi, yin and yang, blood fluids to organs and channels.
An osteopath would not be able to learn acupuncture from this book but he would gain an insight into the way the acupuncturist thinks and the way we move and tonify energy. The acupuncturist will find the text most helpful for quick reference. Orthopaedic examination techniques will be helpful to all practitioners. Radiography, screening for physical imbalance and imaging are covered in depth. Those who haven't trained in X-ray diagnosis will find this section most helpful, and there are ample illustrations of degenerative problems.