Acupuncture for dentists
- 10 central treatments
gives a systematic and
clear description of the acupuncture treatments most often used
in dental practice today.
By means of numerous illustrations and a clear explanatory test,
the book makes it easy to use acupuncture as a natural tool in
everyday dental treatment.
The book has been written for dentists who want the possibility
of using acupuncture as a form of treatment within the
traditional medical diagnosis and treatment model.
Acupuncture for dentists - 10 central treatments
is based on the same
scientific principles as the major reference work Akupunktur
- På naturvidenskabeligt grundlag (Acupuncture
Based On Science) Forlaget Klim, 2003.
Design
and layout
Acupuncture for dentists
is divided
into a general part and a treatment part.
The general part presents a description of:
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various general concepts: meridians, acupuncture points,
trigger point acupuncture, De-qui, etc.
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the
connection between acupuncture and neurophysiology
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examination techniques
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acupuncture needles, insertion methods, etc.
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frequency and number of treatments
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side
effects, contra-indications
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patient complaints and insurance
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The treatment part describes the following
ailments in detail: Uncharacteristic
facial neuralgia,
temporomandibular dysfunction,
trigeminal neuralgia,
sinuitis,
stress,
pain at the base of the skull,
headache and migraine,
xerostomia,
nausea and vomiting,
vomit reflex
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The book can stand upright on a
table or desk for easy reference during treatment of the patient. |
