1) In the following illustrations therapeutic points specially allotted to each disease or symptom were integrated by the author in reference to various ancient and recent literatures.
Points being used by various therapists differ according to their choices. Main and secondary points are represented, so that even laymen can readily practice as authorities.
2) The points are indicated first by the Homma's system, then by the romanization of the Japanese name, and finally by the RyOdOraku system e. g., GV 20 Hyaku-e (VM30).
3) All points shown for each disease are not meant to be therapeutic points for one session. The most important meridian points are underlined. In the initial treatment, one should try only those; adding or changing to other therapeutic points after evaluating the results.
4) Various stimulation techniques can be applied on meridian points such as acupuncture, moxibustion, electrical acupuncture, S. S. P., Finger pressure therapy (Shiatsu), miniature ball pressure patch, etc.
5) For many diseases we recommend the use of Reactive Electropermeable Point therapy (REPP) introduced by the Ryodoraku System. The REPP, many times coincide with meridian points. Their stimulation mostly gives satisfactory results. Direct current electro therapy applied to REPP is recommended, especially for painful disorders.
D. C. electrical acupuncture uses 12volts, 200mA and 7 seconds of stimulation according to the patients tolerance, one should vary the strength and duration of stimulation. The depth of needle penetration should also be adjusted in accordance with the patients individual susceptibility.
6) Special stimulation therapies can be extended without limit, but generally, diseases or disosders listed here are primary indications for acupuncture therapy.
7) The stimulation of these points can be used not only for treating specifie disorders but also for health maintenace and preventive medical care.

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