This book represents the most defiitive statement to date on the theory and application of this fascinating and obscure aspect of the channel system, the jing bie or channel divergences. This text features: A review of the major source literature on the channel divergences; Treatment strategies of three major Japanese channel divergence specialists; Miki Shima's comprehensive treatment strategies and case histories; A treatment formulary discussing more than 16 major disorders; Extensive appendices with adjunctive treatment suggestions; Over 250 illustrations. Channel Divergences: Deeper Pathways of the Web may be the most exciting addition to the English language literature on acupuncture published in many years.