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The Points
These photographs illustrate some of the more common dim mak points. For
more information on the location of these points or their medical effects go to dim
mak online. For a complete list of resources on dim mak and the dim mak points
click here.
These points are shown for educational purposes only and one should refrain from
attacking them.
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Dr Michael Kelly
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Dr Michael Kelly
Michael Kelly, D.O., attended Rutgers University where he
received a degree in biology, graduated magna cum laude,
and was inducted into the Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society. Dr.
Kelly received his medical degree from the New York College
of Osteopathic Medicine.
Dr. Kelly completed an internal medicine residency at North Shore University

Hospital in Manhasset, New York. He completed a sports medicine fellowship
at the University of Pennsylvania Health System's prestigious Pennsylvania
Hospital in Philadelphia, PA.
Dr. Kelly's sports medicine practice involves the medical care of professional,
collegiate, and high school athletes. Dr. Kelly is a professional ringside
physician appointed by the New Jersey State Athletic Control Board. He is a
ringside physician for professional boxing and professional mixed martial arts.
Dr. Kelly is the Team Physician for a number of New Jersey high schools and
colleges.
Dr. Kelly is board certified in Sports Medicine, Internal Medicine, and Ringside
Medicine.
Dr. Kelly has been published in numerous medical journals. He has authored
two books: Death Touch: The Science Behind the Legend of Dim Mak and
The Dim Mak Medical Guide. He is currently completing his third book on
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Dr Michael Kelly
combat sports medicine.
Dr. Kelly has been involved with the martial arts since a child. During high
school, he was involved in competitive wrestling and achieved over 100 career
victories. He currently holds a high ranking black belt and has been inducted
into the Universal Martial Arts Hall of Fame as the Outstanding Man of The
Year.
Dr. Kelly has been training in Okinawan Shorin Ryu karate for over 23 years and
has had multiple victories in both forms and sparring competitions. He currently
holds a black belt and was recently inducted into the Universal Martial Arts Hall of
Fame as the Outstanding Man of The Year in the Martial Arts, and was awarded
an eighth degree black belt. Dr. Kelly has studied Aikido, Tang Soo Do, and
shiatsu.
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Osteopathic Medicine
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Osteopathic medicine was developed over 100 years ago by Dr. Andrew Taylor
Still, MD. During that time, medicine was still quite barbaric and Dr. Still
become despondent over his medical training when he lost three of his children
to meningitis. Consequently, he spent a great deal of time researching and
developed a new approach to medicine that included exercise, nutrition, and
spinal manipulation. He called his new system of healing osteopathic medicine.
Today, osteopathic medicine has evolved into a unique form of medical care.
One can tell if their doctor practices osteopathic medicine by their medical
degree. An osteopathic physician has a DO degree, which stands for doctor of
osteopathic medicine. An allopathic physician will have an MD degree, which
stands for doctor of medicine. Many people have seen the DO degree at their
doctor's office or in the hospital but still do not know the difference between
the DO and the MD. Although they both have similar medical training, there are
distinct differences between the two types of physicians. Like an MD, a DO has
to complete four years of college, take the medical college admission test,
attend four years of medical school and then complete a residency program in a
particular medical specialty. A DO is a medical doctor just like an MD, but with
extra training in osteopathic medicine. Included within this extra training is
osteopathic manipulative medicine. This is a form of manual medicine that
attempts to balance the body through the musculoskeletal system. In addition,
the osteopathic physician is taught a different philosophy of medicine.
Osteopathic medicine considers the human body to be an integrated unit and
the prevention of illness is as important as the treatment of illness.
Like an MD, a DO is a licensed medial doctor and can perform surgery, prescribe
medications, and specialize in any field. The difference between the two is the
extra training that the DO receives in osteopathic medicine and their approach
to the patient. There is nothing an MD can do that a DO can not. However, the
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DO can treat the patient with osteopathic medicine in addition to standard

medical treatments. The MD can only use standard medical treatments.
Because many osteopathic physicians use spinal manipulation when treating

their patients, many have assumed that they were similar to chiropractors. This
is certainly not the case. A chiropractor is not a licensed medical doctor. A
chiropractor is only licensed to perform spinal manipulation. An osteopathic
physician is a licensed medical doctor who is trained in all forms of modern
medical treatments including medications and surgery. Their training in
manipulations is in addition to their standard medical training. In other words,
an osteopathic physician is a medical doctor who can also manipulate the
musculoskeletal system.
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Ancient Dim Mak Theories
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According to the ancient theories of acupuncture, the body has a circulating life
force (chi or ki) that travels through invisible channels called meridians. According
to this theory, all diseases are the result of disruptions in the flow of one's life
force or chi. Acupuncture points are located on the meridians and represent areas
where the flow of energy can be altered. There are multiple methods of
manipulating the acupuncture points including finger pressure, burning herbs, and
inserting needles. The acupuncturist inserts needles into different points
depending on the illness or complaint. Dim mak evolved from this theory and
different points are attacked to cause different effects. According to the ancient
theory behind dim mak, attacking the points disrupts the flow of energy, which
results in illness or death.
There is no questioning the effectiveness of dim mak. Anyone who has ever been
struck hard on a dim mak point or witnessed a pressure point knockout can attest
to dim mak's effectiveness. However, there are many who question the ancient
explanation of dim mak's effects. Although the previously mentioned theory has
been in existence for centuries, modern medical science can provide a new
scientific explanation for dim mak's effects. Almost all of the points are located in
areas where the one can attack a vulnerable portion of a nerve. In fact, many of
the points can be linked neurologically to the internal organs that they are
believed to affect. Consequently, attacking the nervous system can disrupt many
of the body's functions resulting in illness or death. This new medical explanation
of dim mak can be found in Dr. Kelly's new book.
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The Science Behind Dim Mak death touch Includes dim mak history, theories,... medical science behind dim mak, kyusho, pressure points, and vital points
The Science Behind Dim Mak

By Dr Michael Kelly
Dim mak (death touch) is an ancient martial art that consists of striking certain
points on the body to cause illness or death. The points are usually called dim
mak points, but they are also referred to as vital points and pressure points. The
majority of these points correspond to the same locations as acupuncture points.
Dim mak is an extremely dangerous martial art, which can cause a great deal of
damage to the human body. The effects of attacking the dim mak points include
knockout, death, and a delayed death. Many have seen videotapes and seminars
where a subject looses consciousness after being struck on certain points.
Although this is a very dramatic demonstration method, it could have dangerous
consequences.
Many believe that dim mak was created centuries ago by the same man who is
believed to have developed the original tai chi form. Some have postulated that
this form contained the founder's methods of attacking the most dangerous dim
mak points. According to legend, this knowledge spread rapidly and influenced
the development of many Chinese martial arts. These martial arts then influenced
the ancient Okinawan martial art called karate. It is believed by many that the
traditional katas of the Okinawan martial arts also contain the secrets of striking
the dim mak points. This is interesting because Okinawan karate has had a major
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impact on the martial arts of Korea and Japan. Thus, it is conceivable that the
traditional katas of these other martial arts could also contain the secrets of dim
mak.
In the past, this knowledge was only taught to the most advanced and trusted
students. As the martial arts spread around the world, the knowledge of dim mak
(pressure point fighting) remained in seclusion. Thus, the true nature of many
martial arts remained shrouded in secrecy. Recently this tradition of secrecy has
been broken and there are martial arts masters who teach the methods of
attacking the points to the public. This information is now available at seminars, in
books, and on videotapes. Although this has had a positive effect on the martial
arts, it does raise the issue of safety.
In most instances, dim mak is explained and taught using ancient theories based
on acupuncture. Although this has been the tradition for many years, it has led to
a great deal of skepticism and confusion. Because of this, many have disregarded
the warnings about dim mak and started to experiment with the points. This
practice could have tragic consequences. If the dangerous effects of dim mak
could be explained scientifically, the warnings about the points might have more
credibility. There is a definite need for a reference on dim mak that is based on
modern medical science.
Dr. Michael Kelly has spent years studying the medical effects of dim mak and
has found a great deal of medical research that provides evidence of dim mak's
lethal effects. He has compiled all of his research into a new book, which explains
the effects of dim mak on the nervous and cardiovascular systems. Topics such
as the delayed death touch, knockouts, and attacking the internal organs are
explained in detail using modern medical science. The book has been written in a
format that will assist one in finding the dim mak applications contained within the
traditional forms of many styles.
The initial chapter starts off with a brief introduction to the history of dim mak, and
then goes on to explain the essential elements of neuroscience needed to
understand the remaining chapters. Dr. Kelly then takes his reader through a
comprehensive explanation of the relationship between dim mak and medical
science. Included are separate chapters on knockouts, attacking the internal
organs, and dim mak's effects on the heart. The last couple of chapters explain

the medical science behind the revival techniques and attempt to tie all the
information together so that the reader can start to find the dim mak applications
contained within their own style. This book is a must have for all serious students
of the martial arts and anyone with an interest in the diabolical art of dim mak. The
book is titled, Death Touch: The Science Behind the legend of Dim Mak and is
now available.
Next Page: Ancient theories behind dim mak.
Email may be sent to DrKelly@dimmak.net

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The Points
GB 14 TW 23 TW 17 ST 18
CV 14 ST 9 GB 5 Liver Points
ST 10 Heart Death Points Stomach 12
Bladder 11-15 BL10 Stomach 11
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The gall bladder 14 points lie just above the eyebrow in the middle of the forehead in line with the pupil when the opponent is
The GB 14 Point
The gall bladder 14 point is located just above the eyebrow in line with the
pupil when the opponent is looking straight. This point lies directly on top of the
supraorbital nerve. The supraorbital nerve is actually part of the trigeminal
nerve and can cause profound stimulation of the parasympathetic nervous
system. Pain in this nerve has been linked to both fainting and cardiac arrest.
Thus, this point can be attacked to cause a knockout or to indirectly attack the
heart through the parasympathetic nervous system. click here for video clip
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The TW 23 Point
The triple warmer 23 point lies just outside the eyebrow. This point is located
on a branch of the facial nerve and can be used to cause a loss of consciousness
or increased parasympathetic effects on the heart. The facial nerve has direct
connections to the vagus and trigeminal nerves, which have been linked to
cardiac arrest when stimulated. Thus, stimulation of the triple warmer 23 point
can stimulate the trigeminal and vagus nerves leading to syncope (fainting) or
cardiac arrest in a susceptible individual. Click here to see video clip of
tw23
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The TW 17 Point
The triple warmer 17 point lies just behind the mandible in the hollow spot
under the ear. This point is located directly over the root of the seventh cranial
nerve (facial nerve) Striking this point can cause a loss of consciousness or
increased parasympathetic effects on the heart. In addition, the facial nerve
has direct connections to the vagus and trigeminal nerves, which have been
linked to cardiac arrest when stimulated. Thus, stimulation of the triple warmer
17 point can stimulate the trigeminal and vagus nerves leading to syncope
(fainting) or cardiac arrest in a susceptible individual. Furthermore, blows to
this area have been associated traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhages and instant
death. There are numerous autopsies that have a bruise in this area and
traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhages. The mechanism is believed to involve
rotation of the head in combination with translation of the C2 vertebrate
because part of this vertebrate is accessible under this point.


The Stomach 18 Point

The stomach 18 point is located on the fifth intercostal nerve. Attacking this
point can adversely affect the heart because the fifth intercostal nerve
connects to the cardiac sympathetic nerves in the
spinal cord. Thus, stimulation of this point can increase
the sympathetic stimulation of the heart. In a
susceptible individual this can lead to abnormal heart
rhythms or a heart attack. In addition, the left
stomach 18 point lies directly over an area of the chest
where blunt trauma is associated with sudden cardiac
death. This phenomenon is called commotio cordis and
is well documented in the medical literature.
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Conception Vessel 14
The CV14 point is located inferior to the sternum. This point lies over a nerve
plexus and ganglion called the celiac plexus, which are neurologically connected
to the sympathetic nerves of the stomach, intestines, gall bladder, liver, and
spleen. Because of this, striking this point can simulate pain in any of these
internal organs if used in combination with other points that affect the same
internal organ. When this point is struck by itself, it can cause a dull visceral
type of pain that the body senses as damage to the internal organs. The body
then reflexively contracts the diaphragm and abdominal muscles to protect the
internal organs. The end result is that the individual feels like they cannot
breathe. (they feel like the wind was knocked out of them). Additionally,
because this point also has a neurological connection to the T5 level of the
spinal cord, striking this point can also affect the heart.
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The ST 9 Point
The ST 9 Point
The stomach 9 point is located directly over the carotid
sinus, and the bifurcation of the carotid arteries. Over
stimulation of the carotid sinus is associated with both
cardiac arrest and vasovagal fainting. Thus, attacking this
point can stimulate the carotid sinus leading to a knockout
or cardiac arrest. In addition, the carotid artery bifurcation
is where the greatest buildup of artherosclerotic plaque
occurs. Because of this, striking this area can cause a piece
of plaque to break off and travel to the brain resulting in a
stroke. Furthermore, blunt trauma to this area has been extensively discussed in
the medical literature and there are many cases of blunt trauma causing a
stroke, neurological deficits, and/or death. Interestingly, these effects can be
instant or delayed. In fact, up to 80% of blunt carotid artery trauma results in
delayed neurological impairment. The scary part is that these effects can occur
up to ten years later.

The ST 9 Point

The ST 9 Point
The GB 5 Point
The gall bladder 5 point is located on the side of the
head directly over an area where three skull bones
fuse. This junction is called the pterion and it is one of
the weakest areas of the skull. A strong blow to this
area can cause intracranial bleeding because one of the
major cerebral arteries lies just under this point.
Although this is one of the weakest areas of the skull, a
fracture is not necessary to produce an intracranial
bleed. Although most case reports involving blunt
trauma to this area are associated with intracranial
bleeding and skull fractures, there are a number of cases where intracranial
bleeding occurred without a skull fracture. Click here to see GB 5 video clip.
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Liver Points
Liver Points
These dim mak points lie directly over vulnerable portions of the
liver and enable one to directly attack the liver.
When the liver is shown, one can see how these dim mak points
lie directly over the liver.
When the rib cage is shown, it becomes clear that the liver is
actually well protected. Thus, the only way to attack the liver is
to strike the areas unprotected by the rib cage. The bottom and
middle points are attacked up and under the rib cage. The top
point is struck in and to the left.
The liver is an internal organ that can be easily damaged by attacking certain
dim mak points. Unless it is repaired surgically, severe liver damage is usually
fatal. In addition, because the liver is encapsulated by a membranous sheath, a
strong blow to the liver can cause a subcapsular liver laceration that slowly
bleeds under the capsule. Eventually, the bleeding causes the surrounding
capsule to burst and the victim bleeds to death because of massive internal
hemorrhaging. This type of injury is well described and documented in the
medical literature and is known as delayed liver rupture. Thus, this type of
injury might be related to the delayed death touch legend.
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Liver Points
Interestingly, studies of blunt liver damage have shown that the impact velocity
is the most important variable when it comes to liver rupture or laceration. In
addition, the area and angle of attack are important because they can cause
different types of liver injuries.
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The ST 9 Point
The ST 10 Point
The stomach 10 point is located directly over part of
the carotid artery and a branch of the vagus nerve.
Striking this area can cause increased
parasympathetic stimulation of the heart via vagus
nerve stimulation. In a susceptible individual, this
can lead to a loss of consciousness at the very least
and cardiac arrest at the very worst. Striking this
point can also cause damage to the carotid artery
leading to a stroke. There are multiple case reports
where blunt trauma to this area resulted in carotid
artery damage and neurological deficits. This point is
especially effective when combined with the stomach
9 point. However, this combination is more likely to
cause serious carotid artery damage leading to stroke and/or death.

The ST 9 Point

Autonomic Heart Points
These three points are located directly over the heart and correlate with the
most common location of bruises when commotio cordis occurs. Commotio
cordis is translated from Latin to mean heart concussion. It is usually caused by
a relatively low energy blow to the chest directly over the heart silhouette.
Commotio cordis is almost always fatal, even when CPR is initiated by trained
bystanders including physicians. Recent medical science has elucidated the
mechanism behind this mystery and has found that it is related to the location
of impact, the force of impact, and the timing of the cardiac cycle. This
phenomenon has been reported to occur during baseball games, hockey games,
and assaults. It is interesting that lethal dim mak points directly correlate with
bruises found on the victims of commotio cordis. These points have been named
the autonomic heart points because they can be set up to cause different
effects by both the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems. Check
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The ST 9 Point
The ST 12 Point
The stomach 12 point is located directly over the
supraclavicular nerves and the ansa cervacalis, which
has neurological connections to the vagus and
glossopharyngeal nerves. This point can be used in a
manner similar to the stomach 11 point to stimulate
the parasympathetic nervous system or to exploit the
withdrawal reflex during grappling maneuvers.
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Direct Sympathetic Heart Points
Direct Sympathetic Heart Points

The bladder 11-15 points are extremely dangerous dim
mak points because they can directly affect the heart.
These points are located over the first five dorsal nerve
roots, which are directly connected to the sympathetic
nerves of the heart. Thus, attacking these points can
stimulate the dorsal nerve roots and increase in the
sympathetic stimulation of the heart. This is dangerous
because increased sympathetic stimulation of the heart
can cause ventricular fibrillation (fatal heart rhythm) or myocardial infarction
(heart attack).
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The BL10 Point
The bladder 10 point is located on the back of

the neck where the trapezius muscle attaches
to the base of the skull. The lesser occipital nerve is located directly under this
point. Pain in the occipital nerves is associated with autonomic failure and
syncope. (ie fainting) Thus, striking this nerve can cause a loss of consciousness.
In addition, this nerve has a direct communication with the C2 nerve root as
well as the spinal accessory and glossopharnygeal nerves which can cause
increased parasympathetic stimulation of the heart. In one documented case,
an accidental blow to this area resulted in sudden death. At autopsy, there
were no findings, just a bruise in this area and the cause of death was deemed
autonomic failure and vagal arrest.
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Stomach 11
The Stomach 11 point is located in the cavity just lateral to the jugular notch
between the sternocleidomastoid muscle and the clavicle. Pressing in on this
point can stimulate a branch of the vagus nerve and the supraclavicular nerves
leading to increased parasympathetic stimulation of the heart. Thus, this point
is useful when pressed prior to striking the cranial nerves. This point is also very
useful during grappling maneuvers and can be pressed to cause a profound
withdrawal reflex. This point should be stimulated in a downward direction.
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Q&A
This section will continue to be updated as new questions arise in other sections.
Q: Dear Dr. Kelly, Is it true that by hitting someone in a .15 millisecond period can cause
their heart to stop and the person to die? When has this happened?
A: Yes it is true that striking the chest can cause cardiac arrest. This has been
documented in medical literature for over 120 years. This phenomenon is called
commotio cordis and it is discussed in great detail in my ebook, The Dim Mak Medical
Guide as well as my book, Death Touch The Science Behind the Legend of Dim Mak. In
addition, there is a good online article concerning this phenomenon at http://martialarts.
about.com/library/weekly/aa033102a.htm. Although the answer is complex, I will give
you a brief explanation. Commotio cordis can occur with a relatively mild chest blow if a
certain location is attacked during a specific period of the cardiac cycle. The often-
quoted .15 ms is not quite accurate because if the blow occurs during another specific
period, a different type of cardiac arrest can occur. It is just not ventricular fibrillation.
In addition, the timing of this vulnerable period can be altered by using dim mak points
to manipulate the autonomic nervous system. The actual mechanism is believed to
involve mechano-electric feedback and disruption of Na channels.
Q: Dear Dr. Kelly, I would be very interested to hear any thoughts you might have about
"Iron Shirt" or "Golden Bell Cover" training
A: Here are my off the cuff thoughts on iron shirt training. First, most of the dim mak
points work by causing pain in the nervous system. Interestingly, the body has a built in
mechanism for blocking pain. Medical science has found that stimulating certain areas of
spinal cord can actually block the perception of pain. In fact, these pathways are
sometimes artificially stimulated to help patients with chronic pain. Not surprisingly,
there are many individuals who have learned to consciously block pain by activating
these descending spinal pathways. The neurology of this complex but in a nutshell, the
body has a mechanism which can be controlled consciously to block pain, which I think is
intimately involved in iron shirt training. I actually discuss this extensively in my book.
In addition, many pressure point knockouts are actually vasovagal syncopal episodes
(fainting due to a sudden drop in blood pressure and cerebral vasoconstriction). Once
again the neurology is complex but put very simply, these points stimulate an area of the
brain called the nucleus tractus solitarii, which then causes a sudden drop in blood
pressure and syncope (fainting). It is well known that emotions or fear can also cause
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this type of fainting. Interestingly, this phenomenon works through the same area of the
brain: the nucleus tractus solitarii. Thus, these psychologically induced fainting episodes
can be explained by the fact that the cortex (the conscious thinking part of the brain) is
directly connected to, and can stimulate, the nucleus tractus solitarii. This connection
also explains why some people can consciously block a pressure point knockout.
However, this only works if the person can anticipate when and where they will be
struck.
The third concept that comes to mind involves research concerning the body's ability to
absorb impacts. Medical science has found that muscle contraction can actually decrease
the trauma from a blunt impact and thereby decrease the likelihood of injury. As many
martial artists intuitively know, tightening up just before receiving a blow substantially
increases ones ability to absorb an impact. The reason why I mention this is because in
the photos on the web page in question, the individuals were obviously contracting
muscles at the point of impact. Even the strikes to the throat show very strong
contraction of the platysma, sterncleidomastoid, and strap muscles.
Thus, I believe that iron shirt training involves learning to use the body's built in pain
blocking mechanism, learning to consciously block the effects of nucleus tractus solitarii
stimulation, and training the musculoskeletal system to contract just before impact.
Q: Dear Dr Kelly, When you a strike a pressure point, there is bound to be some rupture
or clot on the nerve fibers/ blood vessel etc., leading to unconsciousness state. Though
you revive the person, many doctors state that the long-term effects are not known.
What is your comment?
A: Hello, It is good to hear from you. It really depends on what point was struck. Some of
the points affect blood vessels and nerves, other points affect just nerves. If the point
affected a blood vessel, a strike could tear the intima of the vessel leading to
artherosclerosis or clot formation. If the clot migrated in the blood stream it would then
become an embolus which could lead to severe injuries. As for the long-term effects of
repeatedly striking the exposed portions of the nerves, there is little medical research
on this as this is not a common occurrence for most people.
Q: Dr Kelly, Do you see a role in concussion of the medulla oblongata (counter coup) in
knockouts? For example, Jokl theorized that the chin knockout and the knockout to the
GB 20s were from the energy being transferred through the skull and causing the brain
stem to rebound in the skull (This also can explain arm knockouts made popular by
Dillman and Oyata). Is his stuff outdated? It seems in your book that you are suggesting
(from cursory reading) knockout from the chin and GB 20s more from attacking the
cranial nerves and that stimulating the brain.

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A: Any strong blow to the head can cause a concussion and/or coup/counter coup injury.
Just like medical science has come a long way since the Qing dynasty, it has also come a
long way since the 1940's. Pain in the trigeminal, vagus, facial, glossopharyngeal, carotid
sinus, and the occipital nerves has been found to cause vasovagal syncope (i.e. fainting).
This is a much more plausible explanation because many of the knockouts using dim mak/
pressure points do not involve enough force to injure the medulla oblongata or are too
far away from the medulla oblongata.
Q: Dr. Kelly, you state that striking the points is dangerous and that one should never
play around with them but then you show knockouts on your site. This seems like a
contradiction.
A: The techniques illustrated on the clips are not full knockouts. I only demonstrate
them to answer the critics who claim that only the individuals who are unable to cause
the knockouts call them dangerous. I wish it were different, but there are too many
people showing KO clips and recklessly striking the points. Consequently, there are many
martial artists who think that only those who can perform pressure point knockouts
know what they are talking about.
Q: What style of martial art is Dim Mak?
A: Dim mak is not a separate martial art but rather a component of many different
martial arts.
Q: Where does Dim Mak come from?
A: To understand this, one needs to know a little about the history of dim mak.
According to legend, dim mak originated with a man named Zhang Sanfeng who was both
a martial artist and an acupuncturist. Zhang Sanfeng developed a system of attacking the
points after researching the points that were deemed too dangerous to use in
acupuncture. Folklore has it that he practiced and experimented on prisoners in order
to find the most effective points and combinations. He then combined his most effective
techniques into a set of movements, which later became known as Tai Chi, which is
believed by some to have influenced many different styles of martial arts.
Additionally, some believe that Zhang Sanfeng was actually a student of a man named
Feng Yiyuan. Ancient acupuncturists had a martial art that consisted of striking certain
points that were found to be dangerous when they were needled. These points were
named the forbidden points and the ancient acupuncturists would strike these points
with fans and needles as a means of self defense. In another theory on dim mak's origin,
Feng Yiyuan is believed to have created a martial art that concentrated on attacking
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number of points to seventy-two and later, to one-hundred-eight. Yiyuan's system is

believed to have migrated to the Southern Shaolin Temple where it became integrated
into many different martial arts. This theory explains why so many of the traditional
martial arts have a component of dim mak.
Q: So what is the link between dim mak and karate?
The answer to this question can be found in an ancient manuscript called the Bubishi.
This ancient text is considered to be the oldest known document on Okinawan karate.
Many of the most famous karate masters including Funakoshi, Miyagi, Itosu, and Chibana,
had hand written copies of this text. The Bubishi is filled with references to dim mak and
the points. There are even sections on the delayed death touch and the seven forbidden
points. Many believe that the dim mak techniques discussed in the Bubishi are actually
hidden in the traditional Okinawan katas. Thus, the Bubishi contains the hidden link
between dim mak and modern karate. Given the fact that karate migrated from Okinawa
to Japan, it is clear that this includes both Okinawan and Japanese Karate.
Q: How can I learn Dim Mak?
A: The real key to learning dim mak is to find the dim mak techniques hidden within the
traditional martial arts. However, this can be difficult because many of the original katas
have been modified. For example, Funakoshi changed some of the Okinawan karate
katas when he introduced them to Japan. In his books, he states that he did this to make
the katas easier for the Japanese to learn. Perhaps this was also done to encrypt the
secrets of kata. Unfortunately, many of his changes blunt the dim mak applications of
kata or make them harder to find. Funakoshi even states in his books that his kata
changes were not for combat, but for aesthetics. Additionally, Funakoshi did not teach
the dim mak applications of the katas. Anku Itosu was another Okinawan master who
created a simpler form of Okinawan karate. He made variations in the katas so that they
could be safely taught to school children. This modified version then developed into one
of the most popular karate styles in Okinawa. Fortunately, these changes were minor
and mostly involved alterations in the striking hand to make it difficult for children to hit
the points.
It is my belief that the Okinawan Shorin Ryu katas contain many of the original dim
mak techniques. In addition, Erle Montaigue teaches the original dim mak version of tai
chi. Thus, as a starting point, one can study one of the traditional Okinawan karate styles or kung
fu styles like tai chi from a teacher who knows the dim mak applications. The problem is finding
instructors who really know the dim mak that is contained within their system.
Q: What is your background in the martial arts (styles and teachers)?

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A: I started my martial arts training at the age of 6 when I enrolled in Koeikan karate classes.
Then during high school, I became totally engrossed in scholastic wrestling. At the age of 17, I
resumed my karate training but this time it was in Okinawin Shorin Ryu, which I have been
training in for over 17 years. I received my shodan in 1987 and nidan in 1988. I have also studied
Aikido and Tang Soo Do.
Q: If your background is in Karate, why do you talk about the medical science behind dim mak
instead of kyushojitsu?
A: I guess most people are more comfortable using the term kyushojitsu for the use of pressure
points in the karate styles. However, I prefer to use dim mak for the following reasons. First, in
the Bubishi, which is an old karate text passed from teacher to student in Okinawa for hundreds
of years, attacking the points is referred to as dim mak. Second, I believe that attacking the points
in Okinawan karate stems from dim mak because karate was influenced by the Chinese martial
arts. Third, I believe the terms dim mak and and kyushojitsu are just different names for the same
thing because both refer to methods of attacking the points. I use the term dim mak as a sort of
traditionalist to give credit to the original version of the art. Does it really matter what we call the
methods of attacking the points?
Q: So how did you learn dim mak and come to write a book about it?
A: Just after I earned my shodan, I came across a book that really peaked my interest in the
subject. The book was called Pressure Points for Karate, Jujitsu, and Atemi Waza by Bruce
Tegner. This book really impressed me because it gave a somewhat modern explanation of
pressure points and dim mak. Additionally, in my quest for knowledge, I trained in shiatsu, which
helped tremendously. In my early experiments, I found attacking the points to be very effective,
but I was using the points in a very simplistic manner. After a short period of time, Dillman came
out with his pressure point teachings. I attended his seminars and purchased a number of his
videos. I found his teachings very useful and my pressure point studies were taken to a whole new
level. However, I continued my search for more information. I studied everything that I could find
on pressure points and came across Erle Montaigue's books and videos. I was very impressed by
Erle because he seemed to be teaching the points for the benefit of the martial arts and not for
commercial reasons. His teachings seemed to fill many of the voids in my knowledge. My training
and skills continued to progress and I became much more comfortable with using the points.
During this time period, I also earned a degree in biology, which seemed to point my pressure
point studies in a more scientific direction. By the time I started medical school, I had developed
an extensive library of books and videos and was trying to learn all I could from any source. To
my surprise, I found that many of my medical school courses, especially gross anatomy,
osteopathic medicine, and human physiology, provided insight into possible medical explanations
for dim mak. Subsequently, all of my spare time during medical school was spent researching dim
mak, the points, and medical science. By the time I reached my fourth year, I had accumulated a
great deal of medical research, which allowed me to find more effective ways to combine and use
the points as well as modern medical explanations for their effects. I realized that that there was

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an incredible void in the martial arts and that a new approach to the points based on medical
science would have a profound effect on the validity of using the points. Thus, Death Touch: The
Science Behind The Legend of Dim Mak was born.
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Striking the CV 14 Point
Self Defense tips
Assault in NY
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Striking the CV 14 Point

Striking the CV 14 point can cause increased parasympathetic stimulation
leading to knockout or cardiac arrest, involuntary contraction of the diaphragm
and abdominal muscles leading to breathing difficulty, and damage to the left
lobe of the liver, the pancreas, and the lower portion of the stomach.
Sudden stimulation of the celiac plexus, which is located under the CV 14 point,
can cause severe pain that the brain interprets as coming from the internal
organs. The result is a sudden spasm of the diaphragm and abdominal muscles,
which cause a person to feel like they cannot breathe.
Because the left lobe of the liver, the pancreas, and part of the stomach are
located under the CV14 point, they can be directly damaged by a very forceful
blow to this point. When these organs are damaged, the pain is sensed by
sympathetic nerves that are connected to a relay area called the celiac plexus.
The pain is then transmitted to the spinal cord and brain. Thus, when the celiac
plexus is directly stimulated by a blow to this area, it can cause intense pain
that mimics damage to the pancreas, left lobe of liver, or the lower part of the
stomach. Thus, the neurological connections of the celiac plexus explain why
direct stimulation of the CV14 point can fool the brain into thinking that the
internal organs are being damaged.
Blows to the CV 14 point have also been associated with sudden death. This can
be explained by the fact that severe pain in the abdominal organs can cause
vasovagal syncope (fainting caused by low blood pressure secondary to a low
heart rate and dilated blood vessels). When the celiac plexus is struck with
sufficient force, the simulated pain in the abdominal organs can cause profound
stimulation of the parasympathetic nervous system via the vagus nerve and
cause cardiac arrest. This sort of sudden death has been reported to occur
during accidents, assaults, and even martial arts practice. Less intense
stimulation can cause a dull, poorly defined pain, difficulty breathing, and/or a
knockout (vasovagal syncope).
Although many have experienced the severe pain and breathing difficulty
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associated with an unintentional blow to this area, many have also noticed that
a deliberate strike often has little effect. This is explained by the fact that the
celiac plexus is located beneath the left lobe of the liver, the pancreas, and
part of the stomach, which can partially cushion a blow and the abdominal
muscles, which can absorb the impact of a blow when contracted.
When a blow to this area occurs by surprise, the force is directly transmitted to
the celiac plexus because the abdominal muscles are relaxed. However, when a
blow is delivered to a well conditioned individual who is expecting it, the
abdominal muscles tighten and protect the internal organs. The blow may still
hurt but it will not have the same effect.
Because of the anatomy of this area, an impulse type of blow can be very
effective at stimulating the celiac plexus. The liver and pancreas have a large
fluid content, which can transmit a wave of force. Since the relatively hard
spine is located behind the celiac plexus, the force is concentrated on the
celiac plexus. The final effect is like a wave hitting a rock.
Thus, a quick snapping type of blow can cause a impulse wave to travel through
the liver and pancreas and stimulate the celiac plexus. Interestingly, when the
abdominal muscles are contracted, they actually facilitate this effect. The rigid
abdominal muscles transmit the impulse wave like a tightened guitar string
transmits a sound wave.
This concept and the other vibrating palm targets will be further explained in an
upcoming ebook on vibrating palm techniques and targets.

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Self
Self-Defense Tips
Michael Kelly, DO
Prevention is the most effective self-defense. Don't ever say," I never

thought it would happen to me."
General Precautions
-Avoid unnecessary exposure to potentially dangerous situations
i.e. woman walking by herself late at night in an urban area

(central park jogger)
-Avoid high crime areas at night
-Use common sense
Accessing a volatile situation
Most assaults can be predicted by sudden changes in body language or

voice patterns.
Watch for aggressive body language
-Clenching fists
-Pointing a finger, waving hands
-Stepping toward victim with chin slightly elevated
-Dilated pupils (sympathetic stimulation)
Watch for changes in voice patterns
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-Speech can change from quiet to loud or from loud to soft
-Attackers usually start to speak faster just before an attack
-Sometimes a sudden slowing of speech can signal an assault
-Be especially careful if an aggressor suddenly stops speaking
Diffusing a volatile situation
Matching voice patterns- Very effective tool but usually requires

training in neurolinquistics. Basically, the aggressor's speech is
mimicked with the same tone, rate, and emotion. However, the
response must be one of agreement. This approach can establish
instant rapport and diffuse the situation. However, one should avoid
being argumentative with aggressor because this approach with an
argument will most likely precipitate an attack.
Distance- Probably the least understood component of self-defense.
-Always maintain a two-step distance from aggressor.
-Keep objects in between yourself and the aggressor
Angles- One of the most effective methods of avoiding injury.
-Avoid straight line with aggressor. Always stay at an angle.
-Try to stay offset from the attacker's strong side.
-Most untrained attackers will step forward with their weaker side
to generate more force with their strong hand. (if they step with
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versa)
-Thus, if the opponent is stepping with the left foot, try to stay at
an angle to the attacker's left.
-Studies have shown that most assault injuries occur on the left
side of the face. Expect to be attacked with the right hand unless
you notice that the victim is mostly using his left hand while
talking or is stepping forward with his right foot.

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This section will host a number of articles on dim mak or the martial arts in
general. This section is actually part of Dim Mak Online, but it will be hosted here
for a short period of time.
This month's featured article: The True Spirit of the Marital Arts
"A few nights ago, my brother was involved in an altercation with a young thug.
Fortunately, my brother was unhurt. However, the story of this event illustrates the
true spirit of the martial arts, so here it is." -Michael Kelly, DO
Click here to see video clip
At about 11pm while walking out of a local pub in NYC, Gene and his friends
heard a loud crash and the sickening sound of crushed steel. A crowd quickly
gathered around the scene of the accident to see what had happened. No one
seemed to notice the young thug approaching with three of his friends. The young
thug had a shaved head, earrings in multiple sites, and a bad attitude. His three
friends were of the same look and mindset. Everyone thought the thug was
involved in the accident because he walked up to the driver of the mutilated taxi
and started to yell at him.
The driver of the taxi was a small, feeble, old man approximately 5'2'' and
130lbs. His small-framed, circular glasses covered most of his aged face, but he
appeared to be in his 60's. He looked especially weak when he began to tremble
in front of the yelling thug. In contrast, the young thug was about 20 years old,
muscular, and stood about 5'10''.
Everyone thought the thug was just yelling about the accident. Then for some
unknown reason, the young thug spit in the old man's face. This was followed by
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an earth shattering punch that shattered the old man's glasses and knocked him
back against the taxi. The broken glass pierced the old man's thin skin and left a
trail of blood. The force of the blow caused the old man to tumble back against the
taxi and then down to the cold, hard pavement. The young thug then aggressively
walked up to finish the old man off. Fortunately, there was an experienced martial
artist nearby who observed this sequence of events and decided to intervene. The
young thug's misguided aggression was suddenly diverted when the martial artist
ran up and placed himself in front of the old man.
At this point, the young, cocky, derelict attempted to strike the marital artist but
his blow was easily parried. The marital artist then moved in and grabbed the
thug by the arm and shoulder. This was quickly followed by a violent hip throw to
the ground. The marital artist then placed the thug's arm in a joint lock and struck
the gall bladder 20 point at the base of the thug's skull. This combination quickly
ended the altercation.
The police were on their way and sirens could be heard in the distance when
the thug regained full consciousness. He made a feeble attempt to act aggressive,
but the glaring stare of the martial artist was enough to make him plead, "please
don't hit me again, sir." Then suddenly, the young thug's friends moved in to
attack the martial artist. Once again the glaring stare was enough to stop them in
their tracks. When the martial artist stepped towards them, the young thug and his
friends ran away. It became apparent at this point that the attack on the old man
had nothing to do with the accident because the thug did not have a car. It was a
malicious, unprovoked assault.
The martial artist walked over to the injured old man and helped him to his feet.
When he wiped the blood out of the old man's eyes, he noticed that they were still
filled with fear. By this time an ambulance had arrived and when the old man was
laid down on the stretcher, he looked up and thanked the martial artist. Then as
the martial artist walked away, the crowd then began to clap. The martial artist
then walked home and called his brother, me.
This story illustrates many important components of the martial arts. We train
for self defense and to protect human life. Not to destroy it. This story is the
epitome of using the martial arts to defend human life. In this story, Gene only
used his skills to protect the old man. He was not concerned about glory or

looking "cool." This story also illustrates the proper state of mind. During battle,
one should have a clear mind and concentrate on the event as it occurs. One
should not be preoccupied with techniques or outcomes. Gene stated that he just
reacted when he saw the old man get hit. He did not think, he reacted. Erle
Montaigue describes this as using the reptilian brain. It has been said that just the
glare in the eyes of someone using their reptilian brain is enough to end a
confrontation. This was clearly illustrated when the thug's friends moved in to
attack but backed off when they looked into Gene's eyes. Finally, the events after
this incident are a classic example of humility. One of the most important virtues
of the martial artist. After this event, my brother asked me to teach him more
about the dim mak aspects of our style. Even though he had a successful
outcome, he felt like he needed to learn more. Sort of a paradox. I wonder how
many "masters" there are who have the opposite paradox. That is, they have
never had a real altercation but yet are convinced that they know everything.

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The suspect attempted to kick Dr. Kelly, but he was quickly taken down and
handcuffed." -Sgt. Eric Schmidt, Police Officer
"This is not just a bunch of articles but a thoroughly researched and thought out
scientific work. This book is an excellent companion to my encyclopedia of dim
mak. I can thoroughly recommend this book to all martial artists as it will enhance
your own knowledge and also give you ammunition for those who are non-
believers." -Erle Montaigue, Master Degree China
"Hello Dr. Kelly, Thank you for writing your book!! With my limited knowledge (Bio
major in college; unofficial pre-med) and lots of books, I had some idea of how
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dangers of striking pressure points." -Tom Gallo, Martial Artist
"I am truly amazed at how Dr. Kelly's book transforms the myth of dim mak into a
scientific reality. He explains the effects of dim mak on the nervous and
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shrouded in mystery. Highly recommended and a truly great contribution." -Dr
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"Dr. Kelly analyzes the ancient art of dim mak and relates it brilliantly to modern
medicine. A pleasure to read." -Peter O'Keefe, DO
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in a simple literary format that is easy to grasp." -Aziz Ahmad, MD
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"Dr. Kelly explores the relationship between modern medicine and the ancient art
of dim mak in an intriguing manner. A fascinating book." -Wendy Horn, MD
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Direct Sympathetic Heart Points

The BL10 Point

The bladder 10 point is located on the back of

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