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<br />Introduction to the etymology and technical language used in Western <br />biomedicine to describe the physiology and pathology of the human organism. <br />Latin and Greek roots and constructions of the most commonly used medical <br />terms. <br /> <br />1106 <br /> <br />Surface Anatomy <br /> <br />I credits/15 hours <br /> <br />Provides students with a solid basis for the study of acupoints. This course <br />introduces the structural and biological features of the superficial parts of the <br />human body, especially the anatomical landmarks in the areas where the most <br />important points are located. Also includes landmark anatomy of the muscles, <br />nerves, bones, ligaments, nodes, glands and vessels from topographical view. <br /> <br />1107 <br /> <br />Tai Chi <br /> <br />2 credits/30 hours <br /> <br />Through the practice ofTai Chi, students will gain understanding and perception <br />of the flow of Chi through the body. A set of individual physical poses are <br />performed together as a single, fluid, meditative form. The modified Yang-style <br />Tai Chi form is presented in the class. Techniques to increase strength and <br />flexibility and relieve physical and emotional stress are taught. <br /> <br />1108 <br /> <br />Clinic Observation I <br /> <br />2 credits/60 hours <br /> <br />Clinic observation allows the student to witness first-hand the diagnosis of <br />patients and the formulation and implementation of treatment strategies in an <br />actual clinic setting. It provides a vital link between theoretical studies and <br />practical application, and establishes the foundation for clinical work in the <br />future. The student begins to learn the role of an acupuncturist in an actual <br />clinical setting, along with basic principles of diagnosis and treatment. Students <br />observe treatments performed by clinical instructors, supervisors and upper level <br />students in the faculty/student clinic. Students keep a clinical notebook of <br />treatments observed. <br /> <br />1201 <br /> <br />TCM Diagnostics I <br /> <br />2 credits/30 hours <br /> <br />The first of a three-trimester series. This course combines didactic material on <br />diagnostic theory with practical experience. Classical TCM diagnostic methods <br />such as diagnosis by looking, hearing and smelling, asking and feeling. Includes <br /> <br />25 <br />