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About Department

This course is designed to provide students with a thorough and analytical understanding of acupuncture, grounded in both theoretical concepts and practical application. Students will explore a wide range of medical conditions through the lens of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and acupuncture, with a strong emphasis on developing hands-on skills to improve patient care. The curriculum offers in-depth exposure to acupuncture techniques, diagnostic practices, and an exploration of the scientific principles behind acupuncture’s therapeutic effects.

The course includes face-to-face clinical instruction, where students will have ample opportunities to practice needling techniques for body acupuncture and ear acupuncture. Additional skills such as pulse and tongue diagnosis, acupuncture point location, and treatment protocols will be covered extensively. The program also explores clinical and scientific research, focusing on acupuncture’s application in various medical fields.

Course Objectives

  • Definition and Role of Qi: In Chinese medicine, Qi refers to the vital life force or energy that flows through the body. The course will provide a foundational understanding of Qi’s role in maintaining health and how its imbalance can lead to illness.
  • Qi Flow and Health: To Students will learn how Qi is believed to flow through meridians and its connection to organs, tissues, and bodily systems. Acupuncture aims to balance and stimulate Qi flow to restore health.
  • Qi Deficiency and Excess: An analysis of conditions related to Qi imbalance, such as Qi deficiency or stagnation, and how acupuncture can be used to correct these issues.
  • Foundations of Acupuncture: This section will delve into the history, theory, and philosophy behind acupuncture. Students will study the principles of acupuncture as part of the broader Chinese medical system.
  • Yin-Yang and Five Elements: To understanding the balance of Yin and Yang and how the Five Elements (Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, Water) influence human health and acupuncture treatment.
  • Acupuncture in Modern Medicine: To exploration of acupuncture’s role in contemporary healthcare and integration with Western medical practices.
  • Acupuncture for Pain Management: To students will learn about acupuncture’s role in pain relief, particularly how it stimulates the body’s natural analgesic mechanisms to manage pain.
  • Neuro physiological Mechanisms: An in-depth exploration of how acupuncture works on a physiological level, including the effects on the nervous system and its influence on pain pathways, neurotransmitters, and endorphins.
  • Clinical Applications in Anesthesia: Practical applications of acupuncture in anesthesiology, including pre- and post-surgical pain management.
  • Acupressure Techniques: An overview of acupressure as a non-invasive alternative to acupuncture, focusing on the manual stimulation of acupuncture points through finger pressure.
  • Therapeutic Benefits: Acupressure’s role in treating stress, pain, digestive issues, and more. Discussion on how acupressure can complement acupuncture treatments.
  • Self-care Techniques: Training on how patients can use acupressure for self-healing and maintaining health.
  • Pranic Healing: An introduction to the concept of Pranic healing, a form of energy healing that works on the body’s energy fields to promote healing without physical touch
  • Reiki: An introduction to Reiki as a hands-on energy healing technique, with a focus on the concepts of universal energy and chakra balancing.
  • Integration with Acupuncture: Understanding how these modalities can complement acupuncture treatments in holistic patient care.
  • Five Element Theory: A detailed look at the Five Elements theory and its application to diagnosing and treating imbalances in the body.
  • Seasonal and Environmental Factors: How the natural environment and seasons influence health and how acupuncture treatments can align with these cycles.
  • Balancing the Elements: Practical guidance on identifying which elements are in excess or deficiency in patients and how to balance them through acupuncture points and treatment protocols.
  • Meridians and Channels: In-depth study of the primary channels (meridians) through which Qi flows, and the major organs associated with each meridian.
  • Point Location: Students will be trained on the precise locations of acupuncture points along these channels.
  • Point Function and Selection: Learning how to select the appropriate acupuncture points for specific conditions and how to combine points for effective treatment.
  • Musculoskeletal Disorders: Students will learn how to treat common musculoskeletal problems such as back pain, arthritis, and sports injuries using acupuncture.
  • Pain Management: Strategies for using acupuncture to manage chronic pain conditions, such as headaches, migraines, and joint pain.
  • Integrated Approaches: Combining acupuncture with other physical therapy or rehabilitation techniques for optimal results.
  • Diagnosis Methods: Understanding the key diagnostic techniques in acupuncture, including pulse diagnosis, tongue diagnosis, and observation of physical symptoms.
  • Patient Assessment: How to assess the overall health of a patient through TCM principles and how to develop a treatment plan based on the diagnosis.
  • Tracking Progress: Methods for assessing the effectiveness of acupuncture treatments over time and making adjustments to protocols as needed.
  • Holistic Approach to Treatment: The course will emphasize the importance of treating the root cause of illness rather than just the symptoms, aligning with Chinese medicine’s holistic view of the body and mind.
  • The Role of the Practitioner: Understanding the role of the acupuncturist as a healer who not only applies technical knowledge but also embodies the principles of Chinese philosophy and ethical practice.
  • Moxibustion: Introduction to moxibustion, the practice of burning moxa (a mugwort herb) near acupuncture points to stimulate healing.
  • Cupping Therapy: Techniques and benefits of cupping, including its use for muscle pain, detoxification, and improving circulation.
  • Electro-Acupuncture: The use of electrical stimulation in conjunction with acupuncture needles to enhance the therapeutic effects, particularly for pain management and muscle relaxation.

About Acupuncture

  • Focus: A traditional Chinese medicine technique that involves inserting thin needles into specific points on the body to stimulate energy flow (Qi) and promote natural healing.

  • Branches: Addresses a wide range of physical and mental health conditions, including pain, stress, inflammation, digestive issues, and chronic disorders through targeted point stimulation.

  • Importance: Widely recognized for its effectiveness in pain management, improving energy balance, supporting immune function, and enhancing overall wellness.

  • Research: Explores mechanisms of Qi, the efficacy of acupuncture on various ailments, neurophysiological responses, and integration with modern healthcare approaches.

  • Teaching: Equips students with knowledge of meridian theory, point location and functions, diagnosis techniques, and hands-on training in traditional and modern acupuncture methods.