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Synopsis
Auriculotherapy Manual: Chinese and Western Systems of Ear Acupuncture provides a comprehensive guide to the practice of Chinese and Western systems of ear acupuncture. This impressive new edition utilizes 3-D models of the external ear, as well as 3-D anatomical images, to demonstrate the somatotopic relationship between particular parts of the body and specific regions of the auricle. This is the first ear acupuncture text that has incorporated 3-D technology in order to present amazing images of the auricle which precisely indicate ear acupoint positions.
The book offers in-depth evaluation of the theoretical and clinical underpinnings of auriculotherapy, describing and illustrating over 200 ear acupuncture points and more than 200 auriculotherapy treatment protocols for clinical discorders ranging from chronic pain to substance abuse to visceral and neurological disorders. There are an expanded number of auricular landmarks that are utilized to guide the practitioner in accurately determining the precise location of hidden ear points on the 3-D model. These landmarks further reveal the varied depth perspectives of the external ear.
The ear reflex points presented in this manual are based upon systematic research conducted at the UCLA Pain Management Center and upon the extensive clinical findings of medical doctors and acupuncturists in China and Europe over the past 50 years. Scientific and clinical information from the most recent international symposia of auricular acupuncture have been used to update the scientific and clinical knowledge presented in this fourth edition. Each chapter is organized in same basic order, beginning with an introductory overview, progressing to the main topics in the chapter, and ending with a section listing a definition of terms and a set of preparatory sample questions.
The book is concise and clear enough for students yet provides provides sophisticated clinical approaches to allow the experienced practitioner to enhance and complement their existing treatment strategies.
Feature: Detailed and comprehensive Description: Oleson lists several hundred acupuncture points in many clear charts and offers a clear index of both the acupuncture points and treatment protocols for health conditions that are covered in his book. Benefit: Both students and practitioners can confidently use this book knowing that it contains all of the relevant research plus principles and practice of auriculotherapy.
Feature: High quality illustrations Description: With over 300 line drawings and 100 photos, every concept in the text of this book is illustrated. Benefit: Clear, well-drawn illustrations makes it easier for practitioners to find points and to use them. Many drawings illustrate difficult concepts for better understanding of often difficult Chinese theory.
Feature: Excellent organization Description: Moves from fundamental information to more difficult topics in a logical progression. Benefit: Readers can find specific topics and treatments easily. The material, while comprehensive, is organized very simply for easy use.
Feature: Treatment Protocols Description: Treatment Protocols for medical conditions are presented in chapter 8. Included are such conditions as drug detoxification, pain in limbs, back pain, head and neck pain, neurological disorders, stress-related problems, and a myriad of other conditions. Each treatment section lists the recommended acupuncture points and presents clear diagrams showing point locations. Benefit: The Treatment Protocols are extremely easy to follow and make the material immediately relevant to clinical application.
Feature: Expert author Description: Receiving his PhD in Psychobiology from the University of California at Irvine in 1973, Oleson went on to do pioneering research on auricular diagnosis and auriculotherapy at the UCLA Pain Management Center in Los Angeles. Besides being the author of numerous scientific articles, Dr. Oleson is the Chair of the Department of Psychology at the California Graduate Institute. Benefit: Terry Oleson is an internationally known lecturer in the field of auriculotherapy, and extremely well-respected.
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