LIVE EVENT - Get to the Point: The Rhomboids Minor

May 20, 2026 - 8am AWST, 10am AEST, 12pm NZST

There are a number of essential points in orthopedic and sports acupuncture. Treating the rhomboid minor at the region of Bladder 41 is certainly one of these points. Whether for scapular pain or correcting posture, this is a must-know point.

Whitfield Reaves
Whitfield Reaves

Course Overview

This is a Live Webinar event that will be held on May 20, 2026 - 8am AWST, 10am AEST, 12pm NZST.

 

There are a number of essential points in orthopedic and sports acupuncture. Treating the rhomboid minor at the region of Bladder 41 is certainly one of these points. Whether for scapular pain or correcting posture, this is a must-know point.

 

The rhomboid minor is a primary protractor of the scapula – it pulls those shoulders back! When the muscle is weak, and is overpowered by the pectoralis muscles, poor posture results. This is seen as the anterior/forward head and shoulder posture. It is widespread in our culture partially due to the use of computers, iPad, and phones. These devices all put our head forward and lead to these poor shoulder postures. It needs to be treated!

 

The rhomboid minor is reached in the zone of its distal attachment to the medial border of the scapula. This is the region of Bladder 41, and it is usually felt as a taut band. And there is pain – it is a marked ahshi point.

 

Shoulder dysfunction and injury of all types often has a component of rhomboid minor tendinopathy. So in addition to getting the shoulders back into proper postural position, treatment at Bladder 41 may go a long way in relieving shoulder pain. Indeed, muscle strain, tendinitis, and trigger points are common at this point.

 

Located in the belly of the rhomboid minor, this point will become a favorite for many patients in the clinic.

 

The recordings will be made available for you to review after the event!

Objectives

  • Describe the anatomical tissue where the point Bladder 41 modified is located.

  • Learn how to locate the point Bladder 41 modified.

  • Understand five signs and symptoms that the point Bladder 41 is used for.

Outline

  • May 20, 2026 - 8am AWST, 10am AEST, 12pm NZST (1 hr)

    The origin, insertion, and action of the rhomboid minor.

    The location of Bladder 41 modified, as seen visually both live and in video.

    Understanding why the signs and symptoms are produced by the rhomboid minor when it is dysfunctional.

Reviews

  • Heather B. (Canada)

    Another great course from Mr Reaves. I am looking forward to continuing my on line training with him. He is an interesting teacher with a very concise approach.

Reviews

Another great course from Mr Reaves. I am looking forward to continuing my on line training with him. He is an interesting teacher with a very concise approach.

Heather B. (Canada)

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Full Biography

Whitfield Reaves

In practice for over 40 years, Whitfield Reaves, OMD, L.Ac., specializes in the field of sports medicine. Being in the forefront of the acupuncture sports medicine field, Whitfield's experience includes working with athletes at the 1984 LA Olympic Games at the 1984 LA Olympic Games and countless other sport competitions since. He is an author, he teaches internationally as well.

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More Details

  • CPDs:

    Approved By: AACMA (1), ANTA (1), ATMS (1), Acupuncture NZ (1), Standard Certificate (1)

    Pending: NCCAOM

  • Language: English

  • Course Type: Live Webinar

  • Course Length: 1 h

  • Course Notes: Notes may or may not be provided with this event.

  • Access Period: Lifetime Access to Recordings

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