Acupuncture Books & Journals
Treatment of Pain & Musculoskeletal Conditions
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Biomedical Acupuncture for Pain Management: An Integrative Approach 00
by Yun-tao Ma, Mila Ma, Zang Hee Cho
Publisher: Churchill Livingstone (September 13, 2004)
ISBN: 0443066590
The authors of this book have developed a treatment protocol which they term the Integrative Neuromuscular Acupoint System, a synthesis of biomedicine and traditional acupuncture that uses biomedical terminology and concepts to interpret the basic mechanisms and clinical procedures of acupuncture, while retaining the emphasis on whole-person therapy and "promoting health while treating the disease," cornerstones of TCM. The authors maintain that the integration of acupuncture into mainstream medicine cannot happen without biomedicalization. Many readers, in particular Western healthcare professionals, will find this system an effective protocol for treating neuromuscular pain. Contents include acupoint neuroanatomy, pathophysiology, neural bases, and peripheral mechanisms; an integrative neuromuscular acupoint system for evaluation and treatment; protocols for back pain, upper limb pain, lower limb pain, and systemic pain; and therapy for non-pain symptoms, sports medicine, and therapy using electroacupuncture analgesia and injection therapy. 31 case studies are included.
Acupuncture Treatment for Musculoskeletal Pain: A Textbook for Orthopaedics, Anesthesia, and Rehabilitation 00
by Harris, MD Gellman
Publisher: CRC Press; 1st edition (December 14, 2001)
ISBN: 9057025167
This book covers the basics of acupuncture theory and explains the precepts of Eastern medicine.
* Dr Gellman has had the opportunity to observe and interact with many practitioners of acupuncture and Chinese medicine.
* He has seen dramatic improvement in his patients and this text is written to impart some of this information, in the hope that it will be useful in patient care.
*Contents: Introduction to Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine. The Neurophysiologic Basis of Acupuncture. Acupuncture Basics. Acupuncture Points and Indications. Evaluation and Treatment of the Pain Patient: Author's Preferred Technique. Acupuncture Treatment Protocols by Anatomic Location. Arthritis and Chronic Joint Pain. Neck, Cervical Spine and Back: Acute and Chronic. Special Pain Problems. Intramuscular Stimulation-A Neuroanatomic Dryneeding Technique for Myofascial Pain Syndromes Affecting the Musculoskeletal System. Acupuncture Physical Medicine. Craig-PENS: Basic Theory and Clinical Application.
A New American Acupuncture : Acupuncture Osteopathy : The Myofascial Release of the Bodymind's
by Mark Seem
Publisher: Blue Poppy Press; 1st ed edition (May 1, 1993)
ISBN: 0936185449
This book represents the fruit of many years of research into the use of acupuncture as a tool for releasing holding patterns in the bodymind as a way to restore functional/structural balance and to relieve chronic pain. Dr. Seem shares his clinical experience of how and why this style of acupuncture works and presents specific protocols for use in the clinic. This book is a valuable reference text for anyone whose practice focuses mainly on acupuncture.
About the Author
Mark Seem has been practicing acupuncture for over 20 years. He is the founder and President of the Tri-State College of Acupuncture in New York City. Mark has written several books on acupuncture including Acupuncture Energertics and Acupuncture Physical Medicine.
Acupuncture in Physiotherapy: Key Concepts and Evidence-Based Practice
by Val Hopwood
Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann (August 30, 2004)
ISBN: 0750653280
This book allows readers to extend their practice by increasing their understanding of acupuncture and indicating where and how it will benefit their patients. Unlike many obscure acupuncture texts, this book makes the assimilation of knowledge of Chinese language and medical philosophies easy.
Val Hopwood, MSc, SRP, DipAc(Nanjing), MCSP, Fellow of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, State Registered Physiotherapist, Senior Lecturer and Course Leader of Acupuncture MSc at Coventry University, Chairman of Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists, Education Officer for International Acupuncture Association for Physical Therapists
Acupuncture and Related Techniques in Physical Therapy
by Val Hopwood
Publisher: Churchill Livingstone; 1st edition (January 15, 1997)
ISBN: 0443055939
Introduction and overview of acupuncture, moxibustion, cupping, TENS and laser techniques specific to physical therapy practice. Black and white photos and line drawings. This comprehensive introduction to acupuncture includes basic techniques for for treating conditions commonly encountered by physical therapists, particularly musculoskeletal disorders. Clear illustrations, decision-making guidelines, and detailed descriptions of key techniques make it easy to incorporate these acupuncture treatments in daily practice.
Informed Touch: A Clinician's Guide to Evaluation and Treatment of Myofascial Disorders
by L.Ac., L.M.T., Donna Finando, Ph.D., L.Ac., Steven Finando, Donna Finando
Publisher: Healing Arts Press (July 15, 1999)
ISBN: 0892817402
In the context of complementary medicine, licensed acupuncturists address the management of myofascial pain syndromes. Following an overview of the nature of muscles, trigger points, and the use of informed touch for diagnosis and treatment, they prescribe "mover" techniques for illustrated areas of the body. Appends meridians, cutaneous points, and acupoints. Indexed by pain pattern and symptom.
Treatment of Pain w/ Chinese Herbs and Acupuncture by Peilin Sun
This work deals systematically with the topic of pain and its treatment using Chinese traditional medicine. The first part of this book describes in detail the etiology and pathology of pain, the differentiation of pain, and the therapeutic characteristics and principles. The subsequent chapters deal with 46 pain syndromes in nine body areas. The discussion in each chapter covers the general characteristics, related disorders in Western medicine, etiology, pathology, the general principle of treatment, Chinese herbal and acupuncture treatment, and case histories. The treatment discussions include practical explanations and modifications.
Acupuncture Treatment of Pain
Chaitow presents acupuncture as a method of effective pain control to be used by those in the healing professions as an adjunct to Western methods.
The presentation is by disease category; both body and ear points are recommended for alleviating pain.
In addition to the formularies for pain treatment, there are chapters on acupuncture anesthesia and the treatment of addiction.
Acupuncture, Trigger Points, and Musculoskeletal Pain by P E Baldry
In this text, musculoskeletal or myofascial pain, often a neglected area of concern, is covered in relation to its successful treatment by trigger point acupuncture. The first part of the book presents the author's view of the history of Chinese acupuncture and its migration to Western countries. The second part deals with the principles of trigger-point acupuncture (a dry-needle technique distantly related to Chinese traditional acupuncture) giving a critical account of the evidence for, and the nature of, trigger points and their use to deactivate pain. The third part gives a detailed and practical account of various musculoskeletal pain conditions and the acupuncture treatment suggested for each, presented by anatomical locus. The book contains useful case histories and profuse documentation. Information on historical precedence and current research is meticulously presented.
Handbook of Acupunture Treatment of Musculoskeletal Conditions by Shao Jie Lu
The author has drawn upon his unique clinical experience to describe the assessment and acupuncture treatment of 63 musculoskeletal and soft tissue conditions. The contents describe treatment for disorders of the head and neck (including torticollis, TMJ, cluster headache, and migraine), disorders of the trunk (including intercostal neuralgia, ligament injury, lumbar spondylosis, and acute lower back sprain), upper limb conditions (including scapular fracture sequelae, tennis elbow, golfer's elbow, scapulohumeral periarthritis, and carpal tunnel syndrome), and lower limb conditions (including bursitis, sprain, neuritis, plantar pain, and peritendinitis). In addition to information on syptoms, clinical manifestations, insertion technique, needling depth, and needling precautions, the author has included Western perspectives and integrative models of treatment. There is a series of diagrams that illustrate the location of the points utilized. Lu Shao Jie is Chief Physician and Director of the acupuncture department at the Xianyang Hospital in Henan.
Acupuncture
Electropuncture Anesthesia
by Pedro Chan
Publisher: Borden Publishing Company (June 1, 1980)
ISBN: 0875051499
Acupuncture,
Electropuncture Anesthesia
by Pedro Chan
Lowe has been a massage practitioner for 15-plus years, and is owner and director of the Orthopedic Massage Education and Research Institute (Bend, Oregon). Written primarily for massage practitioners, the text is also applicable to practitioners in other fields concerned with the treatment of soft tissue injuries (e.g. osteopathy, physiotherapy, chiropractic). Following a foundational introduction to the general principles of orthopedic massage, the text presents applications of the methods discussed to specific regions of the body. A definitive reference on the use of massage therapy to treat pain and injury conditions. This unique reference provides a wealth of information on the use of massage therapy to treat pain and injury conditions.