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Si Yuan Balance Method Learning track

The Balance Method, developed by the late Grand Master Dr. Richard Tehfu Tan, builds on principles already found in classical acupuncture. Only two concepts are entirely original to Dr. Tan, and both carry his name.

The Balance Method is intended for all therapists familiar with the pathways of acupuncture meridians and their points located distal to the elbow and knee.

It is a logical approach that helps identify the most effective points on the body for treatment. These points can be stimulated using needles or other methods (massage, heat, electricity etc.).

Si Yuan offers progressive training courses that enable each practitioner to advance at their own pace.

We offer in-person and online training courses (live, VOD, or guided replay).

Introductory training in the Balance Method

There is one AcuEssential and one AcuIntro Starter Guide in VOD.
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AcuEssential

Discover key concepts and experiment with your first immediate results.

AcuEssential

Designed for practitioners who have not had any training in the Balance Method but may have heard about it through their studies. Discover the fundamentals of the Balance Method with Si Yuan Teachers in this one-day seminar. Learn the basics of treating local disorders and witness your first instant results! Find out how you can treat all musculoskeletal disorders commonly encountered in your clinic with fast, easy and effective results. Hands-on demonstrations and supervised needling practice will allow you to practice the logic and apply the Balance Method immediately in your clinic.

AcuIntro Balance Method Starter Guide

An optional, complementary resource for the AcuIntro seminar, intended for those with no experience in the Balance Method.

AcuIntro Balance Method Starter Guide

Discover key concepts and experience your first instant results! Designed for practitioners who have no or little training in the Balance Method but may have heard of it. Acquire Balance Method treatments on musculoskeletal disorders involving several meridians and simple internal disorders.
This comprehensive introduction to the Balance Method explains:
  • The beautiful logic of the Balance Method
  • Dr. Tan's 6 Systems of Balance
  • The indispensable projections of Mirror and Image
  • The Matrix Analysis to limit the number of needled meridians
  • An Introduction to Global Balance and treatment of internal disorders
Familiarize yourself with the Balance Method. End the day confident in applying the Balance Method in your clinic with fast, consistent and effective results.

Comprehensive training in the fundamentals of the Balance Method: AcuCore

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AcuCore: Local Balance

The essential foundation to get instant results on all musculoskeletal pathologies. It provides a deep understanding of Dr. Tan’s Balance Method spirit and concepts.
  • Discover a logical Three-Step Strategy to immediately and effectively treat all localized symptoms such as pain, numbness, stiffness, tingling or burning sensations, etc.
  • Understand the classical origin of Dr. Tan’s famous 6 Systems which tie up 2,000 years of Chinese Medicine into a simple balancing pattern. You will be amazed how scattered concepts suddenly make sense!
  • Learn the “Matrix Analysis Technique” to balance complications using a minimal number of meridians in your treatment.
  • Countless real-life case studies and demonstrations ensure you will have analyzed the most common pain patterns seen in clinical practice.
  • Practice the palpation of Ashi points and insert needles under the teacher’s supervision.
  • Learn the Golden Rules to make acupuncture work consistently.

AcuCore: Global Balance

The essential foundation to get instant results on all internal and external diseases. It provides a deep understanding of Dr. Tan’s Balance Method spirit and concepts.
  • Discover an effective, logical approach to patients with multiple pain locations.
  • Apply the Taiji Dynamic Structure to treat functional diseases
  • Practice different Four-Meridian Treatment Strategies for internal issues such as allergic, digestive, cardiac, respiratory or uro-gynecological diseases.
  • Learn a method to treat patients suffering simultaneously from internal disorders and local disorders.
  • Discover Dr. Tan’s famous and most effective point combinations.
  • End the AcuCore trainings with the feeling that no questions have been left unanswered!

Balance Method Advanced Training: AcuAdvance

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AcuAdvance:
Meridian Conversion

AcuAdvance: Meridian Conversion

  • Discover one of the most famous and effective Yi Jing hexagram methods, known for balancing an entire meridian pathway, function and Shen property, with just two needles.
  • Translate Zang-Fu and emotional diagnosis into a “Meridian Diagnosis” to devise the most effective 8 needle
  • Recognize the different constitutional and Shen types and their associated disorders.
  • Resolve more complicated internal disorders such as insomnia, allergies, hormonal and mental conditions.

AcuAdvance:
Dr. Tan’s Magical Strategy of 12 Points

AcuAdvance: Dr. Tan’s Magical Strategy of 12 Points

  • Discover a logical and simple technique to balance and harmonize all 12 meridians on the whole body using only 12 needles.
  • Learn how Dr. Tan’s amazing invention treats difficult cases involving multiple internal and external disorders.
  • Enjoy the fun of playing with advanced Mirrors and Images to balance the whole body while focusing on specific parts.
  • Devise quick and effective treatments for chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, diabetes, and other frequently seen pathologies.

AcuAdvance:
Dr. Tan’s 5 Elements Balance

AcuAdvance: Dr. Tan’s 5 Elements Balance

  • Discover Dr. Tan’s invention and most advanced science, applying the Five Elements concept to Yi Jing hexagrams.
  • Understand the true meaning of the “Five Interactions”, as a dynamic active force.
  • Combine the power of the Balance Method and the essence of the Five Elements theory to sedate, tonify, or resolve conflicting elements with a simple combination of points.
  • Treat stubborn cases of both stagnation and deficiency. You will be guided through the most common Five Element imbalances seen in daily practice.

AcuAdvance:
Seasonal Balance

AcuAdvance: Seasonal Balance

  • Discover an advanced system designed to address cyclical and seasonal disorders or any pathology triggered by sudden events in the patient’s life.
  • Balance meridians using the current season’s hexagram.
  • Learn to identify the most balanced and meaningful hexagram of a season.
  • Expand your treatment options for seasonal disorders such as allergies, depression, joint, and muscle pain.

Advanced Skills Workshop:
AcuWorkshop

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AcuWorkshop:
Online and onsite common program

  • Practice your Acupuncture 1, 2, 3 logic on numerous clinical cases from Si Yuan teachers and other participants. You are welcome to submit your own case !
  • Master the logic in choosing the most appropriate treatment strategies in real-life scenarios from basic to advance Balance Method concepts.
  • Understand why and how to mix several strategies and to apply different aspects of the Balance Method in one treatment.
  • Discuss and resolve any blockages your may have encountered in your clinic!

AcuWorkshop:
Onsite Program only

  • Observe real treatment demonstrations or bring patients for treatments and find alternative strategies!
  • Learn to customize your needling technique to each patient’s condition.
  • Practice the needling of special points or points commonly known as difficult to needle
  • Improve your skills with hands-on practice in small groups under guidance.
  • Interact and discuss with colleagues and teachers and expand your repertoire of treatment strategies.
  • Gain confidence in your Balance Method logic and needling technique. You will witness the change in your patients !

Advanced Skills Workshop:
AcuSpecial

This training environment places emphasis on sharing, brainstorming and creativity.
Each training is unique ! The program and flow of each class is customized to attendees and therefore contents may vary.


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AcuSpecial:
Balancing the 8 Extra + Scalp Acupuncture

AcuSpecial: Balancing the 8 Extra + Scalp Acupuncture

This training aims at sharing a practical understanding of the Eight Extras to wisely integrate them and into Balance Method treatments and take full benefit of their potential.
  • Understand the mainspring, the practical functions and the pairing of the Eight Extras.
  • Learn how and when to balance their pathway or their function.
  • Expand your options to balance Du Mai and Ren Mai.
  • Increase the effectiveness of your treatments by incorporating the Eight Extras into your Global Balance Method treatments.
  • Gain a new understanding of the uses of Scalp Acupuncture.

AcuSpecial: Let's Focus on Obstetric and Gynecological (OBGYN) disorders

AcuSpecial: Let's Focus on Obstetric and Gynecological (OBGYN) disorders

This training aims at discussing different Balance Method strategies to approach obstetric and gynecological disorders. Participants are encouraged to bring cases from their clinic, the instructor and teacher assistant will also present cases of interest.
  • Discuss & resolve real case studies from your clinic.
  • Apply several of aspects of the Balance Method in one treatment.
  • Clarify how to choose the best strategies in real-life scenarios.
  • Refine your application of Balance Method concepts.

AcuSpecial:
Let's Focus on Multiple Pain Disorders

AcuSpecial: Let's Focus on Multiple Pain Disorders

  • Unblock any difficulties in approaching patients with several locations of pain.
  • Bring your case studies and develop simple treatments for disorders that have multiple internal and external symptoms.
  • Learn when to diagnose based on a meridian pathway or a different meridian property.
  • Distinguish between whether it is a local or global disorder.
  • Understand which Balance Method concept to apply and when and how to mix several concepts in one treatment through various case studies.

AcuSpecial:
Going Further with Dr. Tan's Magical Strategy of 12 Points

AcuSpecial: Going Further with Dr. Tan's Magical Strategy of 12 Points

  • Expand your application of Dr. Tan’s amazing invention!
  • Bring your complex clinical cases and build treatment strategies using Dr. Tan’s 12 Points.
  • Find out the wide-ranging application of what you can do with 12 meridians and 12 needles.
  • Compare different 12-Point strategies and customize your treatments to your patients.
  • Numerous case studies will provide the comprehensive strategy to treat fibromyalgia, insomnia, irritable bowel syndrome, etc.