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What is it about?
This notebook is the "ultimate bible" for structuring the logic of the Balance Method. Created by Laurence Meyfroodt, an acupuncturist practicing since 2018 and a student/teacher under Delphine Armand (direct lineage of Dr. Tan) for over 7 years. It transforms years of intensive study and teaching into a structured, understandable format. It is not just a book of notes; it is a system to organize your thoughts and master the method faster.
Why buy this book?
This is the missing link between attending a seminar and treating a patient. Specifically developed to help practitioners apply the logic in a structured way, it serves as an indispensable tool to keep right beside your treatment table. Whether you are a beginner struggling with the basics or an expert looking for teaching insights, this notebook provides the structure you need.
Title: The Balance Method Notebook Author: Laurence Meyfroodt
What is it about?
This book is globally recognized as the cornerstone of the Balance Method. Dr. Tan distills complex theory into a clear 3-step strategy: (1) Diagnose the sick meridian, (2) Determine the balancing meridian, and (3) Select the points. It introduces core concepts such as 'imaging' and 'mirroring' to treat pain effectively and immediately using distal points.
Why read this book?
If you want to put the "magic" of instant pain relief into practice, this is your manual. It focuses less on why it works (theory) and primarily on how to apply it tomorrow.
Title: Acupuncture 1, 2, 3 Author: Dr. Richard Teh-Fu Tan
Level: Essential / Foundation (Must-read for every starting Balance Method practitioner)
What is it about?
This book elevates the practice from "Local Balance" (treating specific pain) to "Global Balance" (treating the whole body). It focuses on treating complex internal disorders and systemic conditions using a strategy involving all 12 meridians. The text explains how to construct detailed point prescriptions to harmonize the Zang-Fu organs and balance the entire body’s energy flow.
Why read this book?
It is essential for practitioners who want to move beyond pain management and treat chronic internal illnesses such as insomnia, digestive issues, fatigue, and hormonal imbalances. Ideally suited for complex cases where basic methods fall short.
Title: Dr. Tan's Strategy of Twelve Magical Points Author: Dr. Richard Teh-Fu Tan
Level: Advanced / Specialized (Recommended after mastering Acupuncture 1, 2, 3)
What is it about?
This book serves as a practical clinical manual. While Dr. Tan's other books focus heavily on the "why" and the "how" of the systems, Twelve and Twelve focuses on specific applications. It details effective treatments for the twelve meridians and provides ready-to-use protocols. It is famous for its collection of case studies that bridge the gap between abstract theory and real-world clinic scenarios.
Why read this book?
This is the book you grab when you have a patient on the table and need a proven protocol. It offers specific point combinations for common clinical situations, acting almost like a "recipe book" for the Balance Method practitioner who wants to see how Dr. Tan treated specific meridian pathologies.
Title: Twelve and Twelve in Acupuncture Author: Dr. Richard Teh-Fu Tan
Level: Intermediate / Clinical Reference (Best used as a practical handbook alongside the theoretical books)
What is it about?
This book is the direct follow-up to Twelve and Twelve in Acupuncture. It focuses specifically on treating the most common injuries seen in the clinic, such as back, ankle, and shoulder pain. Distinctively, this volume relies almost exclusively on standard TCM point locations, making it accessible for practitioners who may not yet be familiar with the extra Master Tung points often used in Dr. Tan’s other works.
Why read this book?
It is a pragmatic "handbook for the daily clinic." If you see many orthopedic and musculoskeletal patients, this book gives you straightforward solutions using the points you already know from your basic training. It is highly recommended to use this as a companion volume to Twelve and Twelve to have a complete set of treatment protocols.
Title: Twenty-Four More in Acupuncture Author: Dr. Richard Teh-Fu Tan
Level: Intermediate / Clinical Reference (Best used alongside Twelve and Twelve)
What is it about?
This book is a practical and entertaining guide to Feng Shui (Geomancy), the ancient Chinese art of placement. Unlike Dr. Tan’s medical texts, this book combines his engineering background with ancient wisdom to explain "Geoenergy Manipulation." It teaches readers how to improve their lives by properly arranging spaces and placing objects.
Why read this book?
It is praised for being "really fun and thought-provoking." Whether you are an interior designer, a business owner, or a student in a dorm room, this book offers accessible tools to optimize your living environment. It strips away the mysticism and offers a logical, engineering-based approach to energy flow that anyone can apply.
Title: Shower of Jewels Author: Dr. Richard Teh-Fu Tan & Cheryl Warnke
Level: Accessible / General Interest (Suitable for everyone: from students to architects)
What is it about?
This book is specifically designed for acupuncturists who have mastered Dr. Tan’s Balance Method for pain relief but struggle with patients suffering from internal or emotional disorders. It focuses on "functional" problems where there is no physical pain, but rather multi-symptom patterns.
Why read this book?
It bridges the gap between orthopedics and internal medicine. If you have patients with complex conditions like fatigue, insomnia, depression, digestive issues, or asthma, this book provides the strategy to treat them. It teaches how to manage cases with multiple, seemingly unrelated symptoms using the Global Balance strategy.
Title: Dr. Tan's Internal Showcase Author: Dr. Richard Teh-Fu Tan
Level: Advanced / Internal Medicine (For practitioners already familiar with the Balance Method)
Level: Comprehensive / All Levels (From student to expert)
Dr. Tan’s legacy continues to evolve through the work of dedicated practitioners and teachers. This section features a curated selection of books that strictly follow the Balance Method principles. These works offer valuable clarifications, unique clinical insights, and structured protocols, serving as essential companions to Dr. Tan’s original bibliography.
What is it about?
This notebook is the "ultimate bible" for structuring the logic of the Balance Method. Created by Laurence Meyfroodt, an acupuncturist practicing since 2018 and a student/teacher under Delphine Armand (direct lineage of Dr. Tan) for over 7 years. It transforms years of intensive study and teaching into a structured, understandable format. It is not just a book of notes; it is a system to organize your thoughts and master the method faster.
Why buy this book?
This is the missing link between attending a seminar and treating a patient. Specifically developed to help practitioners apply the logic in a structured way, it serves as an indispensable tool to keep right beside your treatment table. Whether you are a beginner struggling with the basics or an expert looking for teaching insights, this notebook provides the structure you need.
Title: The Balance Method Notebook Author: Laurence Meyfroodt
Level: Comprehensive / All Levels (From student to expert)
What is it about?
This best-selling series by Dr. Eileen Yue-Ling Han (a direct student of Dr. Tan) establishes the gold standard for point selection in the Balance Method.
Why read this book?
Ideally suited for practitioners who want to bridge the gap between "knowing the theory" and "knowing the points." It seamlessly meshes centuries-old art with contemporary case studies. If you want to understand exactly why Dr. Tan chose specific points for specific conditions (beyond just the image), this series provides the deep definitions and clinical applications you need.
Title: The Power of the Points (Series: Part 1 & 2) Author: Dr. Eileen Yue-Ling Han
Level: Comprehensive / From Foundation to Advanced (A complete curriculum)
What is it about?
This user-friendly manual covers the full spectrum of Balance Acupuncture, from its history to practical theory. Packed with detailed illustrations and case studies, it enables practitioners to apply the logic immediately in the clinic.
Why read this book?
It is widely regarded as one of the most user-friendly manuals available. If you are looking for a single resource that explains the "what," "why," and "how" in an easy-to-understand format, this is it. It serves as both a launchpad for beginners and a valuable desk reference for established practitioners.
Title: The Foundations of Balance Acupuncture - A Clinical Reference Manual Author: Dr. Sonia F. Tan
Level: Fundamental to Intermediate
What is it about?
This extensive handbook presents a complete systematization of the Balance Method. Kris Oosting introduces unique structural tools to navigate the meridian network with precision, including the Balance Wheel (a complete map), the OBS Balance Matrix (for side selection), and the Extended Balance Matrix (nine systems). It also covers "Hidden Global Balance Structures" for deeper treatment levels.
Why read this book?
It offers a structured, logical roadmap to treat chronic pain and discomfort efficiently. Designed for both beginners and experts, this guide provides the essential frameworks needed to achieve superior clinical results and restore patient quality of life.
Title: Pain Relief: Balance Method Acupuncture - Edition 2024 Author: Kris Oosting
Level: Comprehensive Reference (Suitable for both beginners and experts)
What is it about?
This text explores the classical theoretical foundations underlying the Balance Method. David Twicken provides a clear explanation of how the 12 meridians relate to the I Ching hexagrams, the Ba Gua, and the He Tu and Luo Shu diagrams. It deconstructs the mechanics behind the systems, showing that the Balance Method is not a modern invention but a revival of ancient Taoist acupuncture strategies.
Why read this book?
Ideally suited for practitioners who aren't satisfied with just following protocols but want to understand the ancient logic behind them. If you want to master the conversion of meridians into hexagrams and understand the deep energetic architecture of the system, this is your guide.
Title: I Ching Acupuncture - The Balance Method Author: Dr. David Twicken
Level: Advanced / Theoretical Foundations
What is it about?
This book is celebrated for its didactic clarity. As the title suggests, it breaks down the complexity of Dr. Tan’s system into a logical, linear process. It focuses heavily on simplifying the relationships between the meridians (the 6 Systems) using clear tables, flowcharts, and diagrams, making the decision-making process almost automatic.
Why read this book?
Ideally suited for visual learners who get lost in dense text. If you struggle with memorizing the connections between meridians, this book provides the visual cues and "cheat sheets" to navigate the system with confidence during treatments.
Title: Balance Method Step by Step Author: Fernando & Elisa Alice Machado Da Silveira
Level: Beginner to Intermediate / Highly Visual
