Focusing on ear acupuncture, this manual serves as a practical guide for both students and practitioners, detailing various modalities like needles and seeds. It includes a section on ear diagnosis to enhance assessments alongside traditional methods. Real clinical cases illustrate the practical application of techniques and points. The new edition features five additional chapters covering the diverse use of auricular points, prescription practices, frequently asked questions, recent research, and ethical considerations, making it a comprehensive resource in the field.
Set against the backdrop of Santa Fe's tri-cultural landscape, this narrative explores the St. Francis Altar Society's nearly century-long commitment to both church sanctuary care and personal sanctification. Established to serve the altar and promote social justice, the society embodies the dedication of women who, through humility and mission, have embraced their roles in ministry and discipleship. Their service reflects a profound connection between the church and the world, illustrating how the love of Christ influences daily life and community engagement.
Focusing on treatment strategy, this textbook is designed for advanced acupuncture students and new practitioners. It features clear illustrations, chapter summary charts, and template patient handouts, promoting an integrative approach to diagnosis and practice. The book also delves into advanced techniques such as bloodletting and gua sha, offering insightful recommendations to enhance practitioners' skills and knowledge.
Exploring the interplay between mystery and faith, this book delves into the presence of the Creator in the world around us. It emphasizes the role of the Spirit in shaping our experiences and highlights Jesus as the Incarnate Word who redeems fractured relationships between God and creation. The narrative acknowledges the challenges of recognizing God's presence amidst life's beauty and chaos, inviting readers to seek encounters with the divine through praise, gratitude, and personal experience.
Taming the Tiger „When you grasp the needle, do so with great care, firm strength and caution for the peril, as if holding a tiger’s tail: one wrong move and great harm could befall.“--Huangdi Neijing This uncommonly useful guidebook presents an overview of all aspects of needling, from the parameters of the needle itself to the importance of treating and anchoring the patient’s spirit. Skya Abbate’s clear language and detailed descriptions guide you step-by-step through thirteen categories of disease, ranging from anxiety, geriatric and chronic degenerative diseases to those illnesses thought to be untreatable. Specialized chapters offer insight and guidance for practitioners seeking to enhance their treatment strategies with additional therapeutic techniques, including moxibustion, bleeding techniques, herbal liniments, infrared light, threading, and others. Rounding out the text is a practical appendix with a glossary of Chinese medical terminology, sample instructions for patients, as well as an index with more than 2,000 disorders. Skillfully weaving the time-honored principles of Oriental medicine into the cutting-edge reality of the clinic, Advanced Techniques in Oriental Medicine offers a wealth of simple, yet effective, treatment strategies.
