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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
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The book can
stand upright on a table or desk for easy reference during
treatment of the patient. |
