Acupuncture for Liver Disorders in Traditional Chinese Medicine
18 & 19 April 2026 Qikan Yin
This seminar aims to provide participants with a practical understanding of diagnosing and treating Liver disorders using TCM acupuncture. Participants will explore classical TCM concepts, learn modern clinical applications, and develop skills to integrate acupuncture with other therapeutic approaches.
By the end of the seminar, participants will be able to:
• Understand the TCM theoretical framework for Liver disorders, including pathogenesis and syndrome differentiation.
• Identify key acupuncture points and techniques for common Liver conditions.
• Develop structured clinical pathways for assessment, treatment planning, and patient management.
• Integrate acupuncture with Chinese herbal Medicine and lifestyle interventions.
• Apply evidence-informed strategies to monitor and adapt treatment outcomes.
Outline of Teaching Content:
Day 1 – Theoretical Foundations and Diagnosis
• Introduction to Liver physiology and pathology in TCM
• Key TCM syndrome differentiation: Liver Qi stagnation, fire/heat, blood stasis, Yin deficiency, etc.
• Diagnostic methods: pulse, tongue, and symptom assessment
• Case discussions linking theory to clinical presentation
Day 2 – Treatment Strategies and Clinical Pathways
• Acupuncture points and techniques for Liver disorders
• Combining acupuncture with moxibustion and other TCM modalities
• Structuring treatment plans and clinical pathways
• Integrating Chinese Herbal medicine and lifestyle interventions
• Case studies, practical demonstrations, and group discussion
• Summary, Q&A, and clinical tips for implementation
Qikan YinMr. Qikan Yin is a registered Acupuncturist and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practitioner with extensive clinical and teaching experience in both China and the UK. He earned his Bachelor’s (1997) and Master’s (1999) degrees in TCM from Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, one of China’s leading institutions. Since moving to the UK in 2003, he has practiced acupuncture and TCM in private clinics as well as NHS hospitals, including the Royal Free and Whittington Hospitals. Since 2009, Mr. Yin has taught, supervised, and conducted research at Middlesex University, the Institute of Chinese Medicine, and the University of Westminster, serving as Lecturer, Clinical Tutor, and Researcher. He also runs his own TCM clinic, supporting practical education and training. As a Member of the Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine (MATCM) and Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), he brings over two decades of professional experience to the integration of traditional TCM with contemporary evidence-based practice.
Price
Student discount
Shenzhou student: 15%
External TCM student 5%
(Limited places available for students)
Please see the payment and registration conditions for seminars in the registration form.
Accreditation
- NVA AT, Zhong requested
Dates & Time
10 am – 17 pm (1 hour break)
Location
Geldersekade 67, 1011 EK Amsterdam
Language
Levels of experience
- Acupuncturist, or final year student
Number of participants
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