This work brings together the theoretical and practical knowledge on how Chinese medicine understands and treats rheumatic disorders (Bi syndromes) — the complaints most commonly encountered in daily clinical practice. The authors examine separately the two therapeutic pillars of acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine, making the book equally accessible to practitioners of either discipline.

The indications for acupuncture points are considered notably in relation to the location of the affected areas; needle stimulation and manipulation techniques are described, along with the best point combinations for each syndrome's aetiology.

Each herbal formula is analysed in terms of its composition, main functions, indications and contraindications, corresponding pulse and tongue signs, its adaptability to the clinical picture, and the acupuncture points that best complement it… Simple herbs are illustrated and acupuncture points located schematically. Pathophysiological tables detail the specific imbalances of each Bi syndrome.

Several indexes — of points, of formulas, of simple herbs (in Latin and in pinyin), and a general index — allow the information to be located quickly.