An invaluable reference and textbook for ear acupuncturists!
A must for ear acupuncturists!
This outstanding reference guide and textbook provides a comprehensive review of both the French (after Nogier) and Chinese schools of acupuncture. The book offers a detailed description of the anatomy and morphology of the ear, acupoints on the ear and their localizations, as well as specific points for ear acupuncture. Dr. Rubach, with over twenty years experience as a practitioner and teacher, provides valuable information in an easy-to-read, helpful format.
You will learn how to use ear acupuncture safely and effectively. Large-format, graphic images are used to clearly show the location of points and the methods of auriculotherapy. The book includes answers to important everyday questions and is a treasury of practical information.
Special features of An Introduction to Ear Acupuncture:
- A critical review of different methods of stimulation
- A practical compendium of the therapeutic point combinations
- Quick reference section on acupoints and localization
- A question and answer section for instant review
The book includes special sections on the use of acupuncture in pregnancy, obstetrics, gynecology and dentistry. Filled with tips for daily practice and an excellent reference guide, this book is a must for students and ear acupuncturists.
Axel Rubach, MD, is a naturopath and acupuncturist in private practice in Munich, Germany. He has been an acupuncturist for over twenty years and is one the most prominent lecturers in the German Society of Physicians for Acupuncture.
Introduction History 2(2) The Term ``Microsystem 4(2) Scientific Findings Concerning Ear Acupuncture 6(2) Ear and Body Acupuncture: A Comparison 8(2) Laterality 10(2) Indications and Contraindications 12(1) Side Effects and Complications 13(1) Nomenclature 14(7) Anatomy of the Outer Ear (Auricle) Anatomical Nomenclature 21(7) Embryology and Innervation 28(2) Overview of Zones of Representation 30(4) Systematic Localization of Points on the Auricle Lateral Surface of Auricle (Front of Ear) Supratragic Notch 34(1) Tragus 35(2) Intertragic Notch 37(1) Antitragus 38(2) Postantitragal Fossa 40(2) Lobule 42(6) Anthelix 48(11) Anthelix-Zones of Representation According to Chinese Specifications 50(2) Anthelix-Zones of Representation According to French/Western Specifications 52(2) Anthelix-Zone of Nervous Control Points of Endocrine Glands 54(2) Zone of Sympathetic Trunk/Paravertebral Chain of Sympathetic Ganglia 56(3) Scapha 59(7) Points and Reflex Zones of the Locomotor System on Scapha, Anthelical Crura, and Triangular Fossa 60(3) Additional Points on Scapha, Triangular Fossa, and Anthelical Crura 63(3) Helix and Helical Brim 66(2) Ascending Helix 68(3) Zones of Representation According to Chinese Ear Acupuncture 68(1) Zones of Representation According to French/Western Ear Acupuncture (Auriculotherapy) 69(2) Crus of Helix 71(1) Inferior Concha 72(2) Superior Concha 74(4) Medial Surface of Auricle (Back of Ear) Overview 78(2) Systematics of Reflex Zones 80(6) Chinese School 80(2) French/Western School 82(4) Special Points and Treatment Areas Analgetic Points 86(2) Vegetative Groove (according to Lange) 88(1) Sensory Line 89(1) Vertigo Line 90(1) Vegetative Points 91(2) Psychotropic Points 93(6) Preliminary Instruction Patients History 99(2) Therapeutic Obstacles and Special Situations 101(1) Diagnostic Clues Through Inspection and Palpation 102(4) Visual Inspection 102(1) Examination by Palpation 103(3) Basic Tools and Procedures Pressure Palpation of Points 106(1) Electrical Detection of Points 107(3) Very Point Technique 110(1) VAS (Vascular Autonomic Signal, RAC, Nogiers Reflex) 111(2) Needling Technique and Choice of Needles 113(3) Methods of Stimulation Used in Ear Acupuncture Needling and Electrical Stimulation 116(2) Infiltration of Points and Zones 118(1) The Use of Soft Laser 119(1) Auricular Massage 120(2) Microphlebotomy 122(1) Methods of Continuous Stimulation 122(4) Practical Approach Preparation and Positioning of the Patient 126(1) Choice of Primary Therapeutic Access 127(1) Supplementary Choice of Points 128(1) Choice of Stimulation Method 129(1) Strength of Stimulus, Treatment Intervals, and Duration of Sessions 130(3) Combination with Other Methods of Stimulation 133(3) Established Indications Diseases of the Eye 136(4) Allergic Conjunctivitis 138(1) Optic Atrophy 138(2) Diseases of Ear, Nose, and Throat 140(8) Globus Sensation 140(1) Laryngitis 140(2) Menieres Disease 142(1) Pollinosis 143(1) Forms of Rotary Vertigo 144(1) Tinnitus 145(1) Sinusitis 146(2) Diseases of the Respiratory System 148(4) Bronchial Asthma 148(2) Chronic Bronchitis 150(2) Diseases of the Cardiovascular System 152(4) Hypertension, Hypotension 152(2) Paroxysmal Tachycardia 154(2) Diseases of the Gastrointestinal Tract 156(5) Chronically Recurrent Gastritis 156(2) Acute Enterocolitis 158(1) Chronic Obstipation 158(1) Singultus 159(1) Cholecystitis, Cholelithiasis 159(2) Gynecological Disorders 16l(1) Menstruation Disorders 161(2) Menopausal Syndrome 163(1) Insufficient Lactation 163(1) Mastitis 164(1) Perinatal Pain Management, Facilitation of Delivery 164(1) Infertility 164(1) Loss of Libido 165(1) Urinary Tract Disorders 166(4) Nocturnal Enuresis 166(1) Irritable Bladder 166(1) Urinary Incontinence 166(2) Urinary Retention 168(1) Renal and Ureteral Colics 168(2) Diseases of the Locomotor System 170(8) Cervical Syndrome 170(2) Cervicobrachial Syndrome 172(2) Lumbago, Lumbago-Sciatica Syndrome 174(1) Gonarthralgia 175(1) Coxalgia 176(1) Distortion and Contusion of Joints 177(1) Neurological Disorders 178(7) Cephalalgia 178(4) Facial Neuralgia, Trigeminal Neuralgia 182(1) Herpes Zoster Neuralgia 183(2) Skin Diseases 185(4) Skin Allergy 185(1) Generalized Pruritus 185(1) Neurodermatitis 186(3) Treatment of Addictions 189(9) Nicotine Addiction 191(1) Bulimia, Obesity 192(2) Alcohol and Drug Addictions 194(4) Ear Acupuncture in Obstetrics 198(11) C. Schulte-Uebbing The Use of Laser in Ear Acupuncture 209(44) H.-J. Weise Quick Reference Examples of Therapy Pollinosis 218(2) Allergic Bronchial Asthma 220(2) Migraine 222(2) Herpes Zoster Neuralgia 224(2) Chronic Obstipation 226(2) Sleeping Disorders 228(2) Lumbago-Sciatica Syndrome 230(2) Vestibular Vertigo 232(2) Cervicobrachial Syndrome 234(2) Nicotine Addiction 236(2) List of Points 238(15) Numerical Index of Points and Zones 238(5) Alphabetical Index of Points and Zones 243(10) Literature 253(4) Index 257
