Blending science and practice, this unique text and clinical manual simplifies acupuncture treatment for pain management and trauma rehabilitation for integration with conventional medical care.
This integrated approach relies upon familiar biomedical principles to interpret the basic mechanisms, acupoint system, and clinical procedures associated with classical acupuncture. Detailed guidance enables conventional health care professionals to quickly understand and incorporate acupuncture therapy principles for pain management into their practice.
The unique Integrative Neuromuscular Acupoint System (INMAS) simplifies treatment by focusing on only 24 acupoints, out of the hundreds of existing acupoints, thus creating a standardised protocol that can be customized for each patient. Readers will find detailed chapters devoted to diagnosis, neuroanatomy, treatment, and the psychology of pain – ensuring current, comprehensive coverage of this growing field.
Features
Introduction to the Integrative Neuromuscular Acupoint System (INMAS), as well as the Homeostatic Acupoint System (HAS), help western-trained acupuncturists understand classical techniques
A 16 point evaluation method provides a reliable quantitative method to accurately arrive at prognosis
Clinically relevant, integrative treatment approach in user-friendly language
Numerous detailed tables, photos, and line drawings to help readers understand the anatomy, symptomatic signs, and clinical procedures
Clear chapters organized by regional condition for easy readability and flow
Case studies to assist with application of concepts in clinical practice
Unique, clinical procedures for pain management with sections on examination and needling methods
Two appendices for quick reference of acronyms, abbreviations, and the 24 homeostatic acupoints
Up-to-date information on the latest techniques, including a chapter on electroacupuncture
Contents
Introduction
1. From Neurons to Acupoints: Basic Neuroanatomy of Acupoints
2. Dynamic Pathophysiology of Acupoints
3. Peripheral Mechanisms of Acupuncture
4. Neural Bases of Acupuncture: Central Mechanisms
5. Integrative Neuromuscular Acupoint System (INMAS)
6. Quantitative Acupuncture Evaluation (QAE) and Clinical Techniques
7. Psychology of Acupuncture Therapy, Placebo, and Nocebo Effects in Pain Management
8. Introduction to Practical Application of INMAS
9. Back Pain: Neck, Upper Back, and Low Back
10. Upper Extremity Pain: Shoulder, Elbow, Wrist, and Hand
11. Lower Extremity Pain: Hip, Thigh, Knee, Leg, Ankle, and Foot
12. Pain-Related Systemic Disorders
13. Acupuncture Therapy for Non-Pain Symptoms
14. Acupuncture Therapy in Sports Medicine
15. Electroacupuncture Analgesia (EAA)
16. Using Integrative Neuromuscular Acupoint System (INMAS) for Acupoint Injection Therapy
17. Case Studies
Appendix A: Acronyms and Abbreviations
Appendix B: Cross Reference of 24 Homeostatic Acupoints and Their Meridian Nomenclature
Index
Reviews
Being a fourth-generation practitioner of TCM with 40 years of clinical experience, as well as being a Master of Qigong and director of the TCM Research Institute wherein my duties include teaching Chinese medicine to medical professionals worldwide, I deeply believe that this book, Biomedical Acupuncture for Pain Management: An Integrative Approach, is a milestone on the road toward integration of acupuncture into mainstream medicine and that it will open the door of acupuncture therapy to Western healthcare professionals. Song Zhen-zhi, OMD, PhD
Executive Secretary of the Chinese Association of Outstanding Acupuncture Techniques
Laureate of "The 100 Best TCM Doctors in China" This book is an indispensable guide to effectively incorporating acupuncture into any modern medical practice. The INMAS system is understandable and a brilliant distillation of this complex ancient healing art. I strongly endorse this innovative and practical textbook for all physicians who deal with neuromuscular symptoms. Francene Mason, MD
Author of the book The FORCE Program: The Proven Way to Fight Cancer Through Physical Activity and Exercise
