About this Event
2-Day Course: In-person at Yo San University
Sat November 21st, 2026 and Sun November 22nd, 2026
9am-6pm
This hands-on immersive weekend course offers practical training in the clinical use of fire cupping, Gua Sha, and topical herbal preparations. Rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine with a modern integrative lens, students will learn safety protocols, anatomical considerations, and effective protocols for musculoskeletal pain, immune support, trauma, and internal dysfunction. Emphasis is on hands-on practice, patient communication, and safe, ethical use of tools and medicinals.
- Apply fire cupping, sliding cupping, and flash cupping techniques safely and effectively
- Perform Gua Sha using region-specific protocols
- Select and apply topical trauma liniments, pastes, plasters, and herbal compresses
- Understand the mechanisms and indications of these therapies within TCM and biomedical frameworks
- Design integrated protocols for pain, trauma, and inflammation using external methods
This class is for 16 CEUs/PDA's by the California Acupuncture Board [Pending] and NCBAHM [Approved].
Refund Policy: Cancellation received in writing by one week prior to the first day of the course will be refunded less $30.00 administrative fee. No refunds will be made on cancellations made after that date.
California Acupuncture Board CEU provider number: 0128
Event venue & nearby stays
Yo San University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 13315 W. Washington Boulevard, Los Angeles, United States
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