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Acupuncture-point stimulation for chemotherapy-induced nausea or vomiting This review looked at whether stimulating acupuncture points could reduce nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy. Acupuncture points can be stimulated by acupuncture applied with electricity (electroacupuncture), acupuncture without electricity (manual acupuncture), acupressure (pressing on the points usually with fingertip), or electrical stimulation on the skin surface such as wristwatch-like devices. Electroacupuncture reduced the proportion of acute vomiting (RR = 0.76; 95% confidence interval 0.60 to 0.97; P = 0.02), but manual acupuncture did not; delayed symptoms for acupuncture were not reported. www.cochrane.org /reviews/en/ab002285.html   (636 words)

Acupuncture Point Selection   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06) There are two kinds of local acupuncture points: classical acupuncture points which are located close to the area of pain, and, points of sensitivity (not actual points) which are referred to Ashi points which may also be chosen due to their responsive nature. These acupuncture points may consist of one or a combination of two or more points which have been proven over time to be very effective in the treatment of a particular disorder. Acupuncture points in the right side of the body may be selected for diseases in the left side of the body and vice versa. www.orientalmedicine.com /acu_point_sel.htm   (387 words)

Acupuncture point - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Acupuncture points (also called "acupoints or tsubo") are locations on the body that are the focus of acupuncture, acupressure, sonopuncture, and laser acupuncture treatments. On the yin channels, the jing-well points are wood points, the ying-spring points are fire, shu-stream points are earth, jing-river points are metal, he-sea points are water points. On the yang channels, the jing-well points are metal, ying-spring are water, shu-stream are wood, jing-river points are fire and he-sea points are earth points. en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Acupuncture_point   (2069 words)

Acupuncture Acupuncture seems to be a safe and effective therapy for certain health problems, but further more controlled research is needed to establish a firmer ground for the efficacy of acupuncture in treating various chronic pains (Ceniceros and Brown 1998). An interesting study performed in China reveals that in 324 acupuncture points observed, 99% of the points are within 0.5 mm away from nerves, 96% are closely related to superficial nerves in the skin, and 86% are near an artery. Acupuncture leads to the activation (signal intensity increased during stimulation as compared with that during rest) and deactivation (signal intensity decreased during stimulation as compared with that during rest) of certain parts of the brain, suggesting the analgesia effects of acupuncture. www.vanderbilt.edu /AnS/psychology/health_psychology/Acupuncture.htm   (3277 words)

Introduction to Point Injection Therapy   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06) Point injection therapy utilizes the injection of liquid medicine into acupuncture points to prevent or treat diseases. Point injection is indicated specifically in syndromes of pain in the lower back and leg, pain in the joints, and some chronic diseases. As with acupuncture, point injection therapy is contraindicated for pregnant women in the following locations: points of the lower abdomen, lumbosacral region, Spleen 6 (Sanyinjiao), LI 4 (Hegu), and Gall Bladder 21 (Jianjing). www.pointinjection.com /ht/introduction.shtml   (820 words)

Acupuncture.Com - Research - Home Effect of acupuncture on T-lymphocyte and its subsets from the peripheral blood of patients with malignant neoplasm. Acupuncture as an adjunctive therapy in osteoarthritis of the knee. Experimental study on the influence of acupuncture and moxibustion on interleukin-2 in patients with rheumatoid arthritis. www.acupuncture.com /research   (1404 words)

Acupuncture Point Well Taken Acupuncture Baltimore, Maryland (MD)- Questions & Answers Traditional Acupuncture is based on the principles of Yin and Yang and on the Five Elements, which correspond to the seasons of the year. Acupuncture physically unblocks or redistributes the flow of blood and Qi throughout the body to establish balance, thereby treating the deep underlying cause as well as alleviating symptoms. Acupuncture re-balances the body's vital energy by applying heat or very slender, solid needles--about the width of a human hair--to specific points along the body's energy pathways. www.pointwelltaken.net /qa.php   (702 words)

The Power of Innate Acupuncture Point Selection After numerous acupuncture treatments; chiropractic adjustments to the spine; manipulation of the hard and soft palates; and "pulling" her uvula, I came to the hard realization that I, too, had failed her. Acupuncture was at a fever pitch, as the general public was inundated with positive reports of its effectiveness from the media. LU6 is the hsi point and TW4 is the yuan point. www.chiroweb.com /archives/21/06/01.html   (1932 words)

Acupuncture Acupuncture is a complete medical system that is used to diagnose and treat illness, manage chronic disorders, alleviate pain, and promote health through prevention and maintenance. Acupuncture spread into other Asian countries in about A.D. 1000 and was introduced into Europe about A.D. At the turn of the century, Sir William Osler (1849-1919), a Canadian physician was using Acupuncture to treat low back pain. Thus, when an acupuncture point is needled (a needle inserted into the point), the acupuncturist can manipulate the needle to either build chi if there is a deficiency of energy or drain chi if there is an excess of energy. www.coolnurse.com /acupuncture.htm   (1411 words)

Acupuncture - Omaha's Heartland Healing Center Acupuncture is one of the most researched and respected of the healing arts. In acupuncture and Chinese medicine, the "life force" is known as qi (pronounced as "chee.") Qi flows through the body along 12 specific channels, or meridians. By inserting an acupuncture needle in a locus next to the small toe known as Zhiyin and subsequently activating the acupoint by the burning of the herb mugwort, known as moxa to acupuncturists, there was a 75 per cent success rate. www.heartlandhealing.com /pages/archive/acupuncture/index.html   (1602 words)

Preconception.com — Get to the Point Can Acupuncture Help You Conceive? While the acupuncture movement may be gaining more popularity in the United States in recent years, acupuncture is an ancient healing art that has been practiced in China for more than 3,000 years. Acupuncture has a cumulative effect, and it is recommended that the patient go at least once a week for treatments. There is no scientific proof that acupuncture increases a woman's fertility, says Dr. Fred Licciardi, associate director of New York University Fertility Center in New York, N.Y. He says some of his patients have used acupuncture as a complementary treatment, and he has not discouraged the practice. preconception.com /resources/articles/point.htm   (984 words)

TSCA: Acupuncture Physical Medicine (APM) – Trigger Point & Meridian Acupuncture Acupuncture Physical Medicine (APM) is a modern approach to acupuncture developed over the past twenty-five years by TSCA's founder, Mark Seem, Ph.D. Acupuncture meridians are the pathways of energetic circulation along which acupuncture points are located. Acupuncture Physical Medicine is especially well suited to treating the myriad complex and chronic disorders that plague modern medicine; from chronic pain, chronic fatigue, multiple allergies, and stress disorders, to the symptomatic relief of internal medical complaints in the various organ systems of the body, including neurological, cardio-respiratory, gastro-intestinal, genitourinary, and gynecological complaints. www.tsca.edu /hp1-21.htm   (563 words)

Pregnancy Today — Acupuncture Relief Right to the Point Acupuncture uses hair-thin, disposable needles to stimulate specific areas associated with organ functions in order to restore balance and help the body maintain its own health. Used for centuries in China to turn breech babies, moxabustion employs long sticks of the herb moxa to produce a gentle, smoldering heat and a smoke that are held close to an acupuncture point in the little toe. Acupuncture is used during labor itself mainly to facilitate pain relief and boost energy. pregnancytoday.com /reference/articles/acupuncture.htm   (1249 words)

Acupuncture - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Acupuncture treats the human body as a whole that involves several "systems of function" that are in some cases loosely associated with (but not identified on a one-to-one basis with) physical organs. Treatment of acupuncture points may be performed along the twelve main or eight extra meridians, located throughout the body, or on tender points, called "ashi" (signifying "that's it", "ouch", or "oh yes"). The patient reclines, and the points on each hand are first sterilized with alcohol, and then thin, disposable needles are inserted to a depth of approximately 3-5 mm until a characteristic "twinge" is felt by the patient, often accompanied by a slight twitching of the area between the thumb and hand. en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Acupuncture   (8865 words)

Amazon.ca: Acupuncture Point Combinations: Books: Jeremy Ross   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06) This book covers the principles and practice of combining acupuncture points - expanding a practitioner's repertoire and increasing their skills - enabling them to use a balanced and appropriate choice of points in the treatment of patients. Information on the combination of the main points of the fourteen channels is covered in the book prior to outlining specific point combinations for selected disease syndromes. Discussion of combining points according to dermatome theory and according to the energy centres of the body is also discussed, as is combining points for the mind end emotions, and for lifestyle and behaviour. www.amazon.ca /Acupuncture-Point-Combinations-Jeremy-Ross/dp/0443050066   (513 words)

Use some of the most powerful acupuncture points as an... In the practice of acupuncture, there is no question that some of the most powerful points on the body are the "MU" points, otherwise known as "alarm" points. These points are diagnostic, therapeutic, and have stood for centuries as first-choice points by countless masters in the treatment of a multitude of health conditions. Those two points are found at the tip of the eleventh and twelfth rib and correspond to the spleen and kidney meridians, respectively. www.chiroweb.com /archives/18/01/01.html   (551 words)

LET'S GET TO THE POINT: A Scientific Approach to Equine Acupuncture Acupuncture (acus - needle, punctura - puncture) is defined as a technique for treating certain painful conditions. "Acupuncture is actually the treatment of choice for one-quarter of the world's population," Dr. Schoen states, "which is surprising when acupuncture is theoretically considered a natural occurring phenomena. In small animals, acupuncture is most commonly use for such disorders as hip dysplasia, arthritis, lick granulomas, certain types of paralysis and feline asthma. www.netpets.com /horses/reference/gencare/acupun.html   (1391 words)

Minnesota College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine-Course Descriptions The Point Location sequence is taught in an interactive manner with visually-assisted demonstrations led by the instructor, coordinated group exercises, and supervised hands-on location with student pairs. This class is the first course in a two-course sequence studying the cross-sectional anatomy of the body as it relates to the position of specific acupuncture points. This class is the second in a two-course sequence studying the cross-sectional anatomy of the body as it relates to specific acupuncture points. www.nwhealth.edu /edprogr/mcaom/cudescr.html   (3027 words)

Acupuncture, Oriental Medicine, Chinese Herbal Medicine Courses/Classes at Santa Barbara College of Oriental Medicine This is the first in a series of seven practical courses designed to achieve mastery of acupuncture point location and application. This course examines the distribution and clinical significance of the points on the abdomen and the major points located along the six channels of the lower extremities. Emphasis will be on the practice of all clinical skills with attention to point location, needle depth and direction, as well as the anatomical vasculature and innervations of the acupuncture points. www.sbcom.edu /main/main_co2.html   (566 words)

Libri.de - Jeremy Ross: Acupuncture Point Combinations This book covers the principles and practice of combining acupuncture points - expanding a practitioner's repertoire and increasing their skills - enabling them to use a balanced and appropriate choice of points in the treatment of patients. Information on the combination of the main points of the fourteen channels is covered in the book prior to outlining specific point combinations for selected disease syndromes. Discussion of combining points according to dermatome theory and according to the energy centres of the body is also discussed, as is combining points for the mind end emotions, and for lifestyle and behaviour. www.libri.de /shop/action/productDetails/2832904/jeremy_ross_acupuncture_point_combinations_0443050066.html   (180 words)

Acupuncture Point Location The Point Location program CD This program is not only an excellent learning program for those who wish to learn the location of acupuncture points, it is also a challenging, fun program for those who intend to take NCCAOM point location exam in the United States. It covers approximately 75% of all acupuncture points and over 95% of major points which are used in acupuncture. The user is able to view a detail description of a point such as: indication, function and needling method in a matter of a second. www.aukoshimo.com /point_location.htm   (259 words)

Sinic Avenue Online. Acupuncture Point Wall Chart (Male) The real person picture, locates acupuncture-point accurately, is the first wall map which presents real people's physique and acupuncture points, including the male or the female physique (3 charts). The image of human body, skeleton, internal organs, channels and acupuncture points is more clear and the quality in the existing wall map is the best, which has high academic value. The Chinese medicine university, hospital center, the amateur, the acupuncture and moxibustion learner all may purchase because the application value is extremely high. www.sinicave.com /pd_acupuncture_point_wall.cfm   (249 words)

Seirin Acupuncture Needles Acupuncture Point Locator Acumate Seirin Needles Supply Charts Acupuncture 800-686-5232 When a painless Acupuncture Needle is used there is much less likelihood of a "guarding reflex" by the patient. A painless Acupuncture Needle may also help to relieve the stress and anxiety a patient may feel prior to an acupuncture session. Acupuncture Needles are available with plastic or metal handles, with or without guide tubes, and in traditional needle, press tack or intradermal form. www.buyamag.com /seirin_needles.htm   (489 words)

Sinic Avenue Online. The Practical Chart of Scalp Acupuncture Point Line There are total eighteen pieces of colored illustrations in large l6mo wall chart, the illustrations are arranged in the same sequence as the folio of this wall chart. The first part (chapter 1-3) of the explanation deals with the basic knowledge in scalp acupuncture, including: Brief history of development of scalp acupuncture, the theory of scalp acupuncture, and histoanatomy of the scalp. Beside the international standard scalp acupuncture point lines, description about relevant acupoints along or beyond the meridians and Dr. Jiao's scalp acupuncture stimulating area is also available. www.sinicave.com /pd_the_practical_chart.cfm   (373 words)

Medical Acupuncture Modern acupuncture needles are made out of stainless steel and come in various lengths and gauges of width. Unlike standard needles used for intramuscular injections, or for drawing blood, acupuncture needles are solid, not hollow, and have a finely tapered point, as opposed to a beveled cutting-edge point. Because modern acupuncture needles are disposable and used only once, there is no risk of transmitting infections from one person to another. www.emedicinehealth.com /medical_acupuncture/page5_em.htm   (300 words)

100 Diseases Treated by Single Point of Acupuncture and Moxibustion Single point therapy consists of many methods of acupuncture and moxibustion, such as acupuncture, moxibustion, auricular acupuncture, head acupuncture, cupping therapy, bleeding therapy, point injection and laser therapy. Single point therapy uses fewer points with less pain, and is easy to master, with good and quick effect. It refers to the use of a single point of acupuncture and moxibustion to treat and prevent diseases. www.cgcmall.com /100_diseases_treated_p/b00dise.htm   (497 words)

Acupuncture Point locator,Acu-Locator,Ip-2 Ion Pump,Tsun Meter,Point Mate,Cuppings,Pointer Plus Acutreat,Ionpump ... This unique hand device, electro acupuncture stimulator, is designed to accurately and easily locate trigger points and treat them with electro stimulation. This Acu-Locator is an irreplaceable tool for Acupuncturists, Naturopath, Chiropractor or any healthcare professional to quickly and accurately locate important Acupuncture Points on the body. Helps locating Acupuncture Points and Energy Meridians according with Acupuncture Charts and Instructions on the body during treatment. www.buyamag.com /acupun1.htm   (743 words)

Acupuncture Test Point Locations Chest Abdomen Back Test yourself on point locations, indications, five element theory and command points. Match the five points with their correct location. There are two numbering systems with the bladder meridian, both point numbers are listed. www.acupunctureproducts.com /acupuncture_quizes_chest18.html   (161 words)

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