CupCure Complete Acupuncture Diploma — Course Overview

28 Chapters | 6 Months | Online + In-Person Practical

Chapter 1 — History, Philosophy & Foundations of TCM
Discover the origins of Chinese medicine, the four classical texts that form the foundation of TCM, Taoist philosophy and its clinical logic, how TCM sits alongside modern allopathic medicine, and your legal standing as an acupuncturist.

Chapter 2 — Yin-Yang Theory
Master the foundational concept that runs through all of TCM. Learn the four relationships of Yin and Yang, how imbalance leads to disease, and how to apply Yin-Yang thinking directly to patient diagnosis and treatment planning.

Chapter 3 — Five Element Theory
Explore the Five Elements — Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water — and how they map to organs, emotions, seasons, and clinical presentations. Learn to use the Sheng and Ke cycles to understand complex patient patterns.

Chapter 4 — Qi, Blood, Body Fluids & Essence
Understand the four fundamental substances of TCM — what they are, how they are produced, how they relate to each other, and what happens when they become deficient, stagnant, or excessive.

Chapter 5 — The Organ Systems (Zang-Fu Theory)
A deep study of all twelve organs in TCM — their physiological functions, emotional correspondences, relationships with each other, and the clinical signs that arise when each organ is out of balance.

Chapter 6 — The Meridian System
Learn the complete pathway of all 12 primary meridians, the 8 extraordinary vessels, Luo connecting vessels, and sinew channels. Understand how channel theory guides point selection and treatment direction.

Chapter 7 — Acupuncture Point Location (Part 1)
Precise location of the first 180 priority acupuncture points covering the Lung, Large Intestine, Stomach, Spleen, Heart, and Small Intestine channels — with anatomical landmarks, needling depth, and primary clinical actions for each point.

Chapter 8 — Acupuncture Point Location (Part 2)
Precise location of the remaining 181 priority points covering the Bladder, Kidney, Pericardium, Triple Burner, Gallbladder, and Liver channels, plus the Du Mai, Ren Mai, and key extra points. Completes your 361-point clinical reference.

Chapter 9 — Tongue Diagnosis
Learn to read the tongue as a diagnostic map of the body. Covers tongue body colour, shape, moisture, coating, and zone correspondences — with 30+ clinical presentations and their interpretation.

Chapter 10 — Pulse Diagnosis
Master the three positions and three depths of pulse diagnosis. Study all 28 pulse qualities, their feel, their clinical meaning, and how to combine pulse and tongue findings into an accurate TCM diagnosis.

Chapter 11 — TCM Diagnosis & Case Taking
The complete clinical intake process — how to structure a patient consultation, ask the right questions, observe the right signs, and synthesise all findings into a clear TCM diagnosis. Includes case-taking forms and documentation standards.

Chapter 12 — The Eight Principles (Ba Gang)
Learn the master diagnostic framework of TCM — Yin/Yang, Interior/Exterior, Cold/Heat, Deficiency/Excess. This is the compass that organises all clinical findings into a clear treatment direction.

Chapter 13 — Pattern Differentiation — Zang-Fu
A complete clinical library of every organ pattern across Heart, Liver, Spleen-Stomach, Lung, and Kidney. Each pattern includes signs, tongue, pulse, Ba Gang analysis, treatment principle, and full point prescription.

Chapter 14 — Treatment Principles & Needling Technique
Translate your TCM diagnosis into a treatment strategy. Covers tonifying and dispersing technique, De Qi, lifting-thrusting and rotation manipulations, and how to build an effective point prescription.

Chapter 15 — Clinical Protocol Design
Move from diagnosis to a complete, effective treatment plan. Covers point selection, treatment sequencing, session frequency, expected outcomes, and how to monitor and adapt as the patient progresses.

Chapter 16 — Modern Pathophysiology of Acupuncture
The science behind why acupuncture works — gate control theory, nerve fibre activation, endorphin and serotonin release, HPA axis regulation, anti-inflammatory mechanisms, and fascial network theory. Learn to explain acupuncture to patients, GPs, and sceptics confidently.

Chapter 17 — Pain & Musculoskeletal Disorders
Complete protocols for the most common pain presentations in Indian practice — low back pain, cervical spondylosis, knee osteoarthritis, frozen shoulder, sciatica, headache, migraine, tennis elbow, carpal tunnel, plantar fasciitis, and fibromyalgia.

Chapter 18 — Internal Medicine — Common Indian Diseases
Acupuncture protocols for India's most prevalent chronic conditions — Type 2 diabetes, hypertension, IBS, acid reflux, thyroid disorders, asthma, allergic rhinitis, insomnia, and chronic fatigue.

Chapter 19 — Women's Health, PCOD & Fertility
Cycle-phased protocols for dysmenorrhea, PCOS, fertility support, IVF (Paulus protocol), male factor infertility, amenorrhea, endometriosis, menopause, postpartum conditions, and a complete pregnancy safety reference including all forbidden acupuncture points.

Chapter 20 — Neurological & Mental-Emotional Disorders
Clinical protocols for anxiety, depression, PTSD, and trauma — with scope-of-practice guidance and Indian crisis helplines. Neurological applications include Bell's palsy, post-stroke rehabilitation, peripheral neuropathy, vertigo, tinnitus, and paediatric ADHD.

Chapter 21 — Adjunct Therapies — Moxibustion, Cupping, Gua Sha & Electroacupuncture
Master all five major adjunct modalities — moxibustion types and protocols, fire and sliding cupping technique, cupping mark interpretation, Gua Sha application, electroacupuncture waveforms and frequency effects, and auriculotherapy including the NADA ear protocol.

Chapter 22 — Shang Han Lun — Six Stage Diagnosis
An in-depth study of Zhang Zhongjing's classical fever framework — the six stages from Tai Yang to Jue Yin and how this system applies to acute and rapidly changing presentations in modern clinical practice.

Chapter 23 — Dermatology & Skin Conditions
TCM diagnosis and acupuncture protocols for common skin presentations — acne, eczema, psoriasis, urticaria, and rosacea — covering the role of Heat, Wind, Damp, and Blood in skin pathology.

Chapter 24 — Oncology Support
Acupuncture as adjunctive care in oncology — managing chemotherapy side effects including nausea, fatigue, neuropathy, and immune suppression, with full scope-of-practice guidance and evidence base.

Chapter 25 — Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation
Acupuncture for athletic performance and injury recovery — sports-specific protocols, return-to-function planning, electroacupuncture for muscle rehabilitation, and the preventive maintenance model for athletes.

Chapter 26 — Cupping, Moxa & Adjunct Therapy Integration (CupCure Signature)
The CupCure signature chapter — advanced cupping including Hijama wet cupping integration, the complete moxa box system, and combined cupping-moxa-acupuncture protocols for your clinic.

Chapter 27 — Clinical Practice Management
Everything you need to open and run a successful acupuncture practice in India — Shops and Establishments registration, Health Trade License, biomedical waste compliance, GST, patient consent, clinical record keeping, and professional ethics.

Chapter 28 — Professional Development & Ethics
Your identity and responsibilities as a registered acupuncturist — professional ethics, scope of practice, referral pathways, continuing professional development, and how to build a practice with integrity.