...22 Ramamoorthy KG et al./Journal of Acupuncture and Herbs 1 (2015)22-31 Acupuncture for Prophylaxis of Intrathecal Morphine Induced Itch in Elective Caesarean Delivery: A Randomized Controlled Double Blind Study Karthik Ganesh Ramamoorthy FCARCSIa*, Mohammed Ibrahim MRCSb, Nasir Z. Ahmad FRCS, MMScc, Kevin Bailey FFARCSIb, Paul O’ Connor. FFARCSIb a. Department of Anaesthesia, Fortis Malar Hospital, Chennai, India b. Department of Anaesthesia, Letterkenny General Hospital, Letterkenny, Ireland c. Department of Surgery,Letterkenny General Hospital, Letterkenny, Ireland Received: August 3, 2015 Accepted: August 19, 2015 Abstract Objective: The objective of this prospective randomised double blinded placebo controlled trial was to assess the efficacy of acupuncture for prophylaxis of intrathecal morphine induced pruritis in patients undergoing Elective Caesarean delivery. Methods: After ethical approval and informed consent parturients scheduled for elective Caesarean section under spinal anaesthesia with intrathecal morphine, were randomised to receive acupuncture (Group 1) or sham acupuncture (Group 2). In Group 1 acupuncture was applied unilaterally at the Quchi acupoint for 30 minutes before initiation of spinal anaesthesia. In Group 2 sham acupuncture was applied at a non – acupoint 2 cm lateral to Quchi for 30 minute before initiation of spinal anaesthesia. The primary outcome was the incidence of pruritis and the secondary outcomes...
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...The classic Chinese book on medicinal herbs was written during the Ming Dynasty (1152-1578) by Li Shi-Zhen. It listed nearly 2,000 herbs and extracts. By 1990, the latest edition of The Pharmacopoeia of the People's Republic of China listed more than 500 single herbs or extracts and nearly 300 complex formulations The Early Rise The development of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) follows the course of Chinese civilization. Acupuncture, acupressure and moxibustion all date to the Stone Age. In the late 1920s, the Peking Man, an extinct cave man who lived 300,000 to 500,000 years ago, was excavated in Zhou Kou Dien, just north of Beijing. Polished flint-stones, bone needles and bamboo shafts, which are believed to be acupuncture and acupressure tools, were unearthed at the site. Herbal medicine can be traced to a man named Shen Nung, or the "Divine Husbandman," circa 3494 B.C. He is one of three legendary ancestors of the Chinese people. The other two are Fu Xi, who started animal husbandry, and Shui Ren, who discovered fire. Shen Nung experimented on himself, trying numerous herbs to study their healing effects. Legend has it that he died of herb intoxication. His most ancient portrait and records are now kept at Johns Hopkins University Hospital. The well-known Yellow Emperor's Classic of Medicine (Hung Di Nei Jing) is the work of the Warring States Period which occurred from 475 B.C. to 221 B.C. Bian Chueh, also known as Ching Yueh Ren, compiled...
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...Healing. All of which need no or light touch. This second group also uses Energy to heal, but this needs some touching or body manipulation. There are eight systems covered: 1. Acupressure 2. Aromatherapy 3. Crystal Therapy 4. Magnet Therapy 5. Music Therapy 6. Self massage 7. Sujok 8. Taichi and qigong There is a separate book for each. This one is about Sujok Therapy. I have tested all the links mentioned. As on May 2010, all links are secure, correct and working. You should look for more as you surf. You may find many that will suit to your needs. This is just a first step. Please feel free to share this with anyone you like. 2 of 23. Sujok Therapy Introduction Sujok is a drug free system using and manipulating energy points like acupuncture and acupressure. But here the organs and systems of the body are represented totally in the hands and feet only. It is similar to Reflexology in concept. It is developed by Prof. Park Jae Woo, a Korean Scientist, about 35 Years ago. "Sujok" is a combination of two words. In Korean 'Su' means hands and 'Jok' means feet. Thus, SuJok actually means treating hands and feet. Sujok Therapy incorporates the best of traditional oriental medicine practices and terminology. It recognizes energy systems of meridians, and chakras and has similar as well as different...
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...Acupuncture Acupuncture originates from China and has been practiced there for thousands of years. Although there are records of acupuncture being used hundreds of years ago in Europe, it was during the second half of the twentieth century. Acupuncture started to spread rapidly in Western Europe, United States, and Canada. It does have some therapeutic benefits, including pain relief and alleviation from nausea caused by chemotherapy. You don't need Chinese philosophy either to make it work, or to practice it. The Chinese have developed complex theories and philosophies of acupuncture that form the foundation of their traditional medical system. Without argument, they were the most influential in developing this unique form of medicine into what it is today. Acupuncture works in many different ways on a human body. Acupuncture involves the insertion of very thin needles through the patient’s skin at specific points on the body the needles are inserted to various depths. Acupuncture points are seen by Western practitioners as places where nerves, muscles and connective tissue can be stimulated. Acupuncture practitioners say that the stimulation increases blood flow while at the same time triggering the activity of our own body's natural painkillers. Through 350 acupuncture points in the body, these meridians and energy flows may be accessed. Illness is said to be the consequence of an imbalance of the forces. If needles are inserted into these points with appropriate combinations...
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...Lichtman Traditional Acupuncture Thesis: Acupuncture has some therapeutic benefits. Purpose: To inform my audience of what acupuncture is, how it works, and the benefits that follow treatments. Introduction: I. How many of you know what acupuncture is? A. Acupuncture is a 3,000-year-old healing technique of Traditional Chinese Medicine. B. By understanding acupuncture, how it works, and what goes on during appointments, you’ll be more open to getting this sort of treatment. [FIRST, YOU MIGHT BE WONDERING] Body: I. What is Acupuncture? How does it work? A. Acupuncture is an age-old healing practice form of Chinese Medicine that’s been around for centuries now and it involves the insertion of very thin needles through the patient's skin at specific points on the body. B. It's based on the theory that energy, called chi, flows through and around your body along pathways called meridians. Each meridian corresponds to one organ, or group of organs, that governs particular bodily functions. This constant flow of energy keeps the yin and yang forces balanced. However, if chi gets blocked, the disruption can lead to pain, lack of function, or illness. C. Acupuncture seeks to release chi by stimulating points along 14 energy pathways. Scientists say the needles cause the body to release endorphins -- natural painkillers -- and may boost blood flow and change brain activity. [YOU MIGHT ASK] II. What happens during acupuncture? A. First...
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...Annotated Bibliography “Acupuncture.” Mayo Clinic. Mayo Clinic, 21 Feb. 2015. Web. 10 Mar. 2016. . The experts at Mayo Clinic give a basic description of acupuncture, explaining the theory behind it, the symptoms it treats, and the process of acupuncture. They define acupuncture as “the insertion of extremely thin needles through your skin at strategic points on your body” (“Acupuncture”). This process relieves pain; it stimulates the blood flow throughout the body and causes pain-reducing chemicals to be released. It can be used for symptoms such as headaches, lower back aches, menstrual symptoms, and side effects of chemotherapy. When acupuncture is performed, a sterile needle is inserted at specific spots of the body, depending on the...
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...Proposal Paper: 2 Acupuncture Treatment and Needle Transmitted Infection 3 4 5 6 7 9 Acupuncture Treatment and Needle Transmitted Infection Problem Identification Acupuncture is a coherent and self-consistent body of knowledge based on a philosophy which differs radically from the conventional Western worldview. Rather than seeing disease as the result of a single causative agent, acupuncture medicine regards illness as a pattern of disharmony, a function of both internal and external phenomena adversely affecting the whole person (Prady et al, 2007). In other words, it describes the universe as a dynamic system, within which all phenomena are interrelated. It has been one of the most popular complementary and alternative therapies for the treatment of pain conditions in developed countries (Barns et al, 2004). The report from a Consensus Development Conference on Acupuncture held at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in 1997 stated that acupuncture is being widely practiced by thousands of physicians, dentists, acupuncturists, and other practitioners for relief or prevention of pain and for various other health conditions. According to the 2007 National Health Interview Survey (NHIS), which included a comprehensive survey of NCCAM (National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine), an estimated 3.1 million U.S. adults and 250,000 children had used acupuncture for pain control...
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...any historical information The alternative therapy activity for diabetes is the acupuncture therapy. Acupuncture is one of the ancient ways of treatment which is around 800 years old. In those years, the Chinese used sharp stones or bones as their surgical instruments. Acupuncture continued to develop since then and has now become one of the leading therapies in the world. The treatment of diabetes by acupuncture therapy is best known for reducing blood glucose levels mostly in the patients with type 2 which is non–insulin diabetes and the most common. The process has identified around 20 body points which are very effective in reducing the blood glucose levels. The main points of acupuncture therapy in the treatment of diabetes conditions are sanyinjiao, zusanli, quchii and the yishu. These points are chosen on the bases of the diabetes history, and the specific stage of the diabetes. The acupuncture points and the treatment process are different from person to person. This diabetes therapy is treated using the combination of acupuncture and specific Chinese herbal medicines which have a hypoglycemic effect. One of the herbs called ginseng plays a major in lowering the blood glucose levels (Oleson, 2012). In a single session, acupuncture may involve the application of dozen points for the treatment. The course for the treatment of diabetes using acupuncture therapy is long term since acupuncture treats only the symptoms but does not cure. The course of treatment involves two...
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...the medicine forward with their newly found discoveries and understanding of the human body. Furthermore, methods of trauma treatment were further created and public health services were provided. Medicine has seen a systematic growth over the years, and even now, discoveries are made and new insights are revealed. This has been due to various machines and equipment’s that the doctors have designed making diagnosis and treatment much easier. Discovery of new drugs and Nano-particles has brought health care come a long way. (Zheng, Chang and Chen 2014) The Chinese Myths of Medicine The traditional Chinese medicine revolves around a number of different practices which share similar grounds. These medicinal practices include the famous acupuncture, massage, herbal medicine, and exercise and diet therapies. The practices have become a tradition since the beginning of Chinese era. Diseases and infections have haunted mankind from day one of their existence. These diseases have always pushed man to strive harder and find cures for a healthier life. The origin of the Chinese medicine has been lost in...
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...Complementary and Alternative Medicine in Today’s Nursing Practice Complementary and Alternative Medicine in Today’s Nursing Practice Complementary and Alternative Medicine is becoming more and more prevalent in the healthcare world as an acceptable treatment modality. Due to increase in patient demand for these treatments, it is important for the nurses to be able to implement various CAM into their nursing practice to provide holistic care for their patients. It is also important for nurses to be knowledgeable about the various forms of therapy and its benefits. CAM is meeting the needs of many consumers due to various reasons. The increase in healthcare cost has encouraged many consumers to research alternative methods to help cope with various medical conditions as opposed to turning to the pharmacological methods that were typically accepted years ago. Consumers also have more access to new trials and studies in regards to CAM because of increased access to the internet and media. Because of this, patients are more involved in their own healthcare and treatment decisions than in the previous years. According to the National Center of Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 1 in 4 adults from various backgrounds are currently using CAM therapies. (“The use of, 2011) Some of the most common medical reasons patients decide to try CAM therapies are problems with anxiety and depression, reoccurring nausea and pain related to cancer, and symptom management related to...
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...Acupuncture and Anxiety Acupuncture and Anxiety Acupuncture and anxiety are two words that go hand and hand. Acupuncture is the stimulation of specific points on the body by inserting needles to cause a change in the physical functions of the body. Anxiety is a disorder that causes fear, apprehension and worrying. Acupuncture is one that relieves stress and anxiety is a form of stress. When these two are put together, it calls for total body healing and restoration. Acupuncture is the insertion of very fine needles into the skin at specific points, in order to influence the functioning of the body. The person requiring the treatment must have a careful observation of the body, which consist of looking, touching, smelling and listening. Acupuncture came from China and is their ancient form of healing. It was invented by William Ten Rhyne, a Dutch physician. This form of healing consists of three hundred and sixty five acupuncture points. These acupuncture points are grouped into a system of channels that runs all over the body and in return produces a flow of energy throughout the body. Chinese medicine believes that the body has a natural flow called Qi. Qi travels along the body in channels called meridians. The flow of Qi is constant, and when the flow is interrupted due to an ailment, sickness or disease, it causes an imbalance. The way that acupuncture works with diseases, is that, the acupuncture points vary from person to person and treatment to treatment, therefore...
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...Acupuncture: New Uses for an Ancient Remedy General Purpose: To inform. Specific Purpose: To inform my audience about what happens during acupuncture, how it works, what it can treat, and its use in Western culture. Central Idea: Acupuncture is the insertion of needles into the skin that can improve the flow of energy, can treat a wide range of medical conditions, and is being used combination with Western medicine. Pattern of Organization: Topical Introduction Six months ago, my 78-year-old grandmother was quickly losing her independence. Severe arthritis in both knees hampered her ability to take care of herself. Shopping, getting around the neighborhood, even walking down her front steps was becoming almost impossible. Pain medications helped somewhat, but the side effects created their own problems. Then her doctor suggested acupuncture. My grandmother was skeptical at first, but she was willing to try just about anything. She did and the results were miraculous. After six weeks, her pain and stiffness were significantly reduced. She was able to take care of her apartment again. She could get out on her own to go shopping, to visit friends and family, and to do the other things her arthritis had prevented in the past. Acupuncture restored her quality of life and her independence. My grandmother’s story is not unique. Performed for well over 2, 000 years in China and other parts of Asia, acupuncture is becoming...
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...Traditional Chinese medicine China was one of the first countries to have a medical culture. In comparison with western medicine, the Chinese method takes a far different approach. With a history of 5000 years, it has formed a deep and immense knowledge of medical science, theory, diagnostic methods, prescriptions and cures. Traditional Chinese medicine is a broad range of medicine practices sharing common concepts which have been developed in China and are based on a tradition of more than 2,000 years, including various forms of herbal medicine, acupuncture, massage , exercise , and dietary therapy. It is primarily used as a complementary alternative medicine approach. Traditional Chinese Medical Science is based on yin-yang and the five element theory, they are metal, wood, water, fire and earth. Human body is regarded as an aggregation of essence, energy and spirit. The four diagnostic methods, namely inspection, olfaction, inquiry and pulse-taking are the presuppositions of correct differentiation and effective treatment in TCM. Inspection is the thorough and unhurried visualization of the client. This requires the use of the naked eye. In medical practice, inspection is however not limited to visual information alone. it also involves: listen to any sounds emanating from the client. Olfaction means smelling the patient’s odor. Inquiry is a diagnostic method in which the patient or his companions are inquired to collect the information concerning a disease. The...
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...Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA- 19122. E-mail: tud45169@temple.edu ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE FOR ALLERGIES AND RHINITIS IN ADULTS 2 Abstract The nose is one of the defensive organs of the body that helps in maintaining the homeostasis of the body. The nerves in the nasal mucosa and paranasal sinuses contribute to their function. If the nose or the sinuses gets disturbed, the nerve also gets affected thus affecting the nervous system. There is a serious of events that happen when the nasal mucosa encounters with an allergen. Certain symptoms of the allergic rhinitis are the self defense mechanism of the nose, but some are due to the interference in the nerves between the nervous system and the nose. Alternative medicine encompasses acupuncture, homeopathy, phytotherapy, chiropractic, and several others. They all help in restoring the balance in the body and the connection between the nervous system and the nose. By clearing out the disturbances in the body, the body can heal on its own through its healing power. The feedback from alternative treatment for allergic rhinitis is solely depended on the individual. Keywords: nasal mucosa, alternative medicine, nervous system, sinuses. ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE FOR ALLERGIES AND RHINITIS IN ADULTS 3 Complementary treatments for Allergies and Rhinitis Rhinitis and rhinosinusitis happen due to two main reasons such hypersensitivity to certain substances or non- hypersensitivity route. There is a...
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...Treatment Types for Oncologic Pain James Skelton Mercy College of Health Sciences Treatment Types for Oncologic Pain Nearly all those who are diagnosed with cancer will have some kind of pain associated with the disease process. This pain may be visceral, neuropathic, procedural, or psychological in nature. This paper is a discussion of the different procedural guidelines that are currently used by the World Health Organization in the treatment of oncologic pain. This is also a look at alternative therapies that may be used in conjunction with the previously accepted pharmacological treatment of Western medicine. Article Summary One The article written by Fielding, Sanford, and Davis (2013) is a review of the current step-by-step guidelines the WHO has had in place for some time along with a comprehensive assessment of pain, the use of opioids and their adverse affects, the role of adjuvants, and non-pharmacological means of cancer pain treatment. The WHO bases its algorhythm on simplistic, broad categories such as mild, moderate, and severe pain. The article itself is geared towards nurses because they have a unique role in advocating for the patient. The WHO has had a three step analgesic ladder that it has used as a basis for cancer pain treatment for nearly 30 years now. Fielding, et al. (2013), stated that health professionals need to go beyond this three step ladder that focuses primarily on physical pain. Cancer pain is not just a physical but a biopsychosocial...
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