Principles of Ear Acupuncture

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
The Term "Microsystem"
Scientific Findings Concerning Ear Acupuncture
Ear and Body Acupuncture: A Comparison
Laterality
Indications and Contraindications
Side Effects and Complications
Nomenclature

Propedeutics 1: Anatomy of the Outer Ear (Auricula)
Anatomical Nomenclature / Ear Anatomy in vivo (Picture Pages)
Embryology and Innervation / Overview of Zones of Representation

Propedeutics 2: Systematic Localization of Points on the Auricular
Front of Auricula / Supratragic Notch / Tragus
Intertragic Notch / Antitragus
Postantitragal Fossa / Lobule / Anthelix
- Zones of Representation According to Chinese Specifications
- Zones of Representation According to French-Western Specifications
- Zone of Nervous Control Points of Endocrine Glands
- Zone of Sympathetic Trunk/Paravertebral Chain of Sympathetic Gangia
Scapha
- Points of Reflex Zones of the Locomotor System on Scapha, Anthelical Crura, and Triangular Fossa
- Additional Points on Scapha, Triangular Fossa, and Anthelical Crura
Helix and Helical Brim
Ascending Helix
- Zones of Representation According to Chinese Ear Acupuncture
- Zones of Representation According to French-Western Ear Acupuncture (Auriculotherapy)
Crus of Helix / Inferior Concha / Superior Concha

Medial Surface of Auricula (Back of Ear)
Overview
Systematics of Reflex Zones
- Chinese School
- French-Western School


Propedeutics 3: Special Points and Treatment Areas
Analgetic Points / Vegetative Groove (Lange)
Vertigo Line / Vegetative Points / Psychotropic Points

Practice Tutorial 1: Introduction
Patient's History / Therapeutic Obstacles and Special Situations
Diagnostic Clues Through Inspection and Palpation
- Visual Inspection
- Examination by Palpation

Practice Tutorial 2: Basic Tools and Procedures
Mechanical Detection of Points / Electrical Detection of Points
Very Point Technique / VAS (Vascular Autonomic Signal)
Stab Technique and Choice of Needles

Practice Tutorial 3: Methods of Stimulation Used in Ear Acupuncture
Needling Technique and Electrical Stimulation / Infiltration of Points or Zones
The Use of Soft Laser / Auricular Massage
Microphlebotomy / Methods of Continuous Stimulation

Practice Tutorial 4: Practical Approach
Preparation and Positioning of the Patient / Choice of Primary Therapeutic Access
Supplementary Choice of Points / Choice of Stimulation Method
Strength of Stimulus, Treatment Intervals, And Duration of Sessions
Possible Combinations with Other Methods of Stimulation

Practice Tutorial 5: Established Indication
Diseases of the Eye
- Allergic Conjunctivitis
- Optic Atrophy
Diseases of the Ear, Nose, and Throat
- Globus Sensation
- Laryngitis
- Meniere's Disease
- Pollinosis
- Forms of Rotary Vertigo
- Tinnitus
- Sinusitis
Diseases of the Respiratory System
- Bronchial Asthma
- Chronic Bronchitis
Diseases of the Cardiovascular System
- Hypertension, Hypotension
- Paroxysmal Tachycardia
Diseases of the Gastrointestinal Tract
- Chronically Recurrent Gastritis
- Acute Enterocolitis
- Chronic Obstipation
- Singultus
- Cholecystitis, Cholelithiasis
Gynecological Disorders
- Menstruation Disorders
- Menopausal Syndrome
- Insufficient Lactation
- Mastitis
- Perinatal Pain Management, Facility of Delivery
- Infertility
- Loss of Libido
Urinary Tract Disorders
- Nocturnal Enuresis
- Irritable Bladder
- Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary Retention
- Renal and Urethral Colics
Diseases of the Locomotor System
- Cervical Syndrome
- Cervicobrachial Syndrome
- Lumbago, Lumbago-Sciatica Syndrome
- Gonarthralgia
- Coxalgia
- Distortion and Contusion of Joints
Neurological Disorders
- Cephalalgia
- Facial Neuralgia, Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Herpes Zoster Neuralgia
Skin Diseases
- Skin Allergy
- Generalized Pruritis
- Neurodermatitis
Treatment of Addiction
- Nicotine Addiction
- Bulimia, Obesity
- Alcohol and Drug Addictions

Ear Acupuncture in Obstetrics
C. Schulte-Uebbing

The Use of Laser in Ear Acupuncture
H.J. Weise

Quick Reference
Examples of Therapy
- Pollinosis
- Allergic Bronchial Asthma
- Migraine
- Herpes Zoster Neuralgia
- Chronic Obstipation
- Sleeping Disorders
- Lumbago-Sciatica Syndrome
- Vestibular Vertigo
- Cervicobrachial Syndrome
- Nicotine Addiction
List of Points
- Numerical Index
- Alphabetical Index

References

Index

Plates I-III, Overview of the Ear"