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September 19, 2021
OAA 2021 Annual Conference
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The 2021 Annual Conference of the Oregon Association of Acupuncturists will be online this year through Net of Knowledge.
Join us for a full day of rich learning opportunities! The day will be divided into 3 two-hour sessions, each with 3 concurrent talks that you can pick from.
Topics include: Kampo and Post-Viral Syndrome, Treating Concussion and Brain Injury with Acupuncture, Common Shoulder Injuries, Chinese Herbal Medicine Care for Symptoms Related to Infectious Diseases, Health Insurance Basics and Appeal, Advocating and Advancing the Practice of Acupuncture: Oregon Politics and Policy, and more!
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September 19, 2021 - 8am PDT, 11am EDT (10 hrs)
3 Sessions of 3 Concurrent Classes
September 26, 2021
Treating Alzheimer's and Dementia with Chinese Medicine
Treating Alzheimer's and Dementia with Chinese Medicine
with Greg Sperber
September 26, 2021
1pm PDT, 4pm EDT
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5.5 million Americans have Alzheimer’s disease. Currently, considered the 6th most common cause of death in the United States, but according to the National Institute of Health, it should be ranked third. While the most common form of dementia, there are lots of different types other than Alzheimer’s. This course will examine these dementias from both biomedical and Chinese points of view, and discuss Chinese medical diagnostics and therapeutics. Often biomedical treatment involves pharmaceuticals with adverse drug reactions. Chinese medicine can help treat and support patients with dementia. Participants will leave with a real-world approach to treating these conditions.
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September 26, 2021 - 1pm PDT, 4pm EDT (2 hrs)
IntroductionDiscuss Western medical diagnosis of Alzheimer's and other dementiasDiscuss Western medical treatment of Alzheimer's and other dementiasDiscuss the Chinese medical diagnosis of Alzheimer's and other dementiasDiscuss the Chinese medical treatment of Alzheimer's and other dementias
Your Teacher
Greg Sperber
Dr. Greg Sperber is an author and also holds a Masters and Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. He is a professor at PCOM and speaks internationally on TCM business and drug-herb interactions.
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October 2-3, 2021
The Low Back, Hip and Groin - Postural Assessment and Corrective Exercise II (PACE II)
Module II - Sports Medicine Acupuncture Certification Webinar Program
The Low Back, Hip and Groin - Postural Assessment and Corrective Exercise II (PACE II)
Module II - Sports Medicine Acupuncture Certification Webinar Program
with Ian Armstrong, Matt Callison, and Brian Lau
October 2-3, 2021
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This 2-day cutting-edge course will teach the practitioner how to assess postural dysfunction and prescribe therapeutic exercises for postural, muscle and channel imbalances that have directly contributed to the patient's musculoskeletal injury. This course will teach the acupuncturist important skills to prescribe specific exercises in the management of their patient’s health care. Exercising different body parts simultaneously in specific and coordinated motions activates the myofascial sinew channels so that form and function can align. The practitioner will learn to integrate acupuncture protocols with exercise prescription, including how to use intra-dermal needle point prescriptions on the Extraordinary Vessel master points to alleviate discomfort, increase proprioception and enhance clinical outcomes.
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October 2, 2021 - 8am PDT, 11am EDT (3 hrs)
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October 2, 2021 - 12:30pm PDT, 3:30pm EDT (4.5 hrs)
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October 3, 2021 - 8am PDT, 11am EDT (3 hrs)
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October 3, 2021 - 12:30pm PDT, 3:30pm EDT (4.5 hrs)
Day 2 Afternoon
Your Teachers
Ian Armstrong
Ian is an experienced teacher of both the Treatment of Orthopedic Disorders (TOD) and Advanced TOD classes at the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine and current supervisor at the RIMAC center at the University of California San Diego where he supervises acupuncture students in treatment of UCSD collegiate athletes working alongside the athletic trainers.
Matt Callison
Matt Callison is a renowned instructor and published author of the Motor Points and Acupuncture Meridians Chart and quintessential texts such as the Motor Point Index (MPI) Reference Guide and Sports Medicine Acupuncture: An Integrated Approach Combining Sports Medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine. He has over 27 years of experience in sports medicine and acupuncture.
Brian Lau
Brian Lau, AP, CSMA, is certified in both Sports Medicine Acupuncture and Structural Integration. He has been on faculty since 2013 with the Sports Medicine Acupuncture Certification (SMAC) program, where he teaches anatomy and physiology, assessment and treatment of the channel sinews (jingjin), and myofascial release.
October 14, 2021
Your Network is your Net Worth
Cultivating an Effective Network for Your Patient Acquisition and Business Goals
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Your Network is your Net Worth
Cultivating an Effective Network for Your Patient Acquisition and Business Goals
with Nell Smircina
October 14, 2021
5pm PDT, 8pm EDT
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A roadblock for many acupuncture practitioners is knowing how to implement an effective strategy for growing their network. Often as confusing is understanding why it's important and then how to leverage it to get what we need for business and practice growth. We often forget that networking is about bringing mutual value. Having a solid network (and knowing how to effectively and ethically communicate to that network) allows for many opportunities. This course will provide a framework for these strategies. Common opportunities from effective networking: increased qualified referrals, speaking and media opportunities and enhanced credibility.
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October 14, 2021 - 5pm PDT, 8pm EDT (1.5 hrs)
Common misconceptions and opportunities for networkingComponents of a networking strategyTemplates for networking and referrals based on networkingMessaging: your one sentence introMessaging: your Simple Structure StoryCreating and Implementing your Top 20 List
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Nell Smircina
Dr. Nell Smircina, DAOM, L.Ac., Dipl. OM is an advocate, educator and practitioner with a focus on the integration of acupuncture into America's standard of care.
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October 16, 2021
Effective Treatments for Common Facial Conditions
Effective Treatments for Common Facial Conditions
with Michelle Gellis
October 16, 2021
9am PDT, 12pm EDT
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This event will introduce the learner to several effective treatments for treating common facial conditions such as neuromuscular dysfunction like TMJ and Bell's palsy and will also address cosmetic concerns like sagging skin and wrinkles. Protocols such as facial motor points, micro-needling, submuscular needling and scalp acupuncture will be taught.
This event will be beneficial to both experienced and new practitioners and will provide a comprehensive overview of many easy-to-implement treatments.
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October 16, 2021 - 9am PDT, 12pm EDT (4 hrs)
Live Stream
Your Teacher
Michelle Gellis
Michelle Gellis is a Licensed and Board Certified Acupuncture Physician. She has been a Faculty Member and Clinic Supervisor at the Maryland University of Integrative Health since 2004. Ms Gellis holds the distinction of being one of the very few acupuncturists in the US certified to teach Facial Acupuncture certification classes on an international level to other acupuncturists.
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October 24, 2021
Protecting Yourself Through Proper Charting
Protecting Yourself Through Proper Charting
with Greg Sperber
October 24, 2021
1pm PDT, 4pm EDT
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This course looks at how to do a proper chart and examines some of the common mistakes made when charting. Based on the instructor’s experience with medical charting and over 12 years of clinical supervising, seeing all the mistakes and studying what makes a great chart. In addition, this course will discuss medicolegal aspects of SOAP notes as well as the SOAPE note. This course is a must take for anyone who wishes to protect themselves legally as well as give the best care to their patients.
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October 24, 2021 - 1pm PDT, 4pm EDT (2 hrs)
Subjective topicsObjective topicsAssessment topicsPlan topics
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Greg Sperber
Dr. Greg Sperber is an author and also holds a Masters and Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. He is a professor at PCOM and speaks internationally on TCM business and drug-herb interactions.
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October 30, 2021
The Five Phases of Ba Zi Chinese Astrology - More than a beginner’s intro
A recommended adjunct to the Intro class, any Chinese Astrology or Feng Shui classes
The Five Phases of Ba Zi Chinese Astrology - More than a beginner’s intro
A recommended adjunct to the Intro class, any Chinese Astrology or Feng Shui classes
with Howard Chen and Sonia Tan
October 30, 2021
8am PDT, 11am EDT
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Deepen your knowledge of the Chinese metaphysical concept of the Five Elements / Five Phases - Wǔ Xíng (五行), and understand how it applies to personalities, preferences and health in Bā Zì (八字) Chinese Astrology. Do you know the differences between the Yang Wood and Yin Wood personality types and how excessive or deficient states affect the manifestations of the constitutional self? Do you understand how one’s personality and useful elements react and adapt when there are specific elements interacting with the constitutional self? Learn each of the singular 10 constitutional selves more in-depth. Learn more about the layers and context of how the presence and interactions of the other Wu Xing affects and differentiates how one’s constitutional energetic self presents both internally and externally to the world. Understand how these elements can be used as a tool to understand yourself, your relationships, and your life, including health and lifestyle choices.
PRE-REQUISITES: A) Basic and comfortable knowledge of Wǔ Xíng (五行) Five Element / Phase, and Yin / Yang theory. B) Introduction to Chinese Astrology: An introduction to the basic components of Bā Zì (八字) Chinese Astrology and Fēng Shuǐ 風水 (风水).
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October 30, 2021 - 8am PDT, 11am EDT (3.75 hrs)
INTRO AND CONTEXT: Introduction, brief history, and review of the San Cai, reasons for the course. Basic history, definitions and examples of San Cai (Three Essences) and Tian-Ren-Di (Heaven-Humans-Earth). Review of Ba Zi chart. Application examples.5E/P REVIEW AND TONG GUAN: Dispel old beliefs and knowledge of 5E, differentiate objective from subjective education of the 5E transmitted from other teachers. Review basic 5E cycles. Discussion on translation of Wu Xing. Introduction of Tong Guan.WOOD AND FIRE PHASE PERSONALITIES AND POLARITIES: Descriptions and discussion of Wood and Fire 5 Element/Phase personaltieis, polarities, "strong" vs "weak", with examples.EARTH AND METAL PHASE PERSONALITIES AND POLARITIES: Descriptions and discussion of Earth and Metal 5 Element/Phase personaltieis, polarities, "strong" vs "weak", with examples. -
October 30, 2021 - 12:45pm PDT, 3:45pm EDT (2.5 hrs)
WATER PHASE PERSONALITIES AND POLARITIES: Descriptions and discussion Water 5 Element/Phase personaltieis, polarities, "strong" vs "weak", with examples.ELEMENT/PHASE COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS: Comparative analysis review. Rankings/contrast and compare.ELEMENT/PHASE RELATIONSHIP ANALYSIS: Intro to the 10 God Relationships aka 5 Phases relationship analysis.CASE EXAMPLES PRACTICEQ & A: Questions and discussions.REVIEW AND SUMMARY: Summary and review of 5E/P, Ba Zi Birth Charts, its application to relationships, health and lifestyle.
Your Teachers
Howard Chen
Howard Chen, MD, FAAMA, ABOIM, is the founder and director of The Chen Center for Integrative Medicine in Reno, NV, where he treats patients in a membership model using a blended approach of Western and Eastern principles.
Sonia Tan
Dr. Sonia F Tan, DAOM, RAc, RTCMP, licensed since 2006, is a Doctor of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine (DAOM degree), a Registered Acupuncturist, and a Registered Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Practitioner. She is one of few certified Gold Level practitioners of the late Dr. Richard Tehfu Tan.
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October 31, 2021
Why (Not How) Herbs Work
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We generally know how herbs work either from Chinese or scientific theory or a combination of both. But why do they work? What in the history of plants, animals, and evolution created the benefits of these healthy little bundles? This lecture will examine these questions, in a mind-opening and scientific (but not overwhelming) approach, by exploring Gaia theory, hormesis and xenohormesis, planetary autopoiesis, DNA and epigenetics, and Plant–Human Coalitions. This will be a logical and philosophical exploration of herbs, why and how co-evolution has played a role in their effectiveness.
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October 31, 2021 - 1pm PDT, 4pm EDT (2 hrs)
IntroductionGaia TheoryPlant-Human CoalitionsHormesis and XenohormesisImplications and Summary
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Greg Sperber
Dr. Greg Sperber is an author and also holds a Masters and Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. He is a professor at PCOM and speaks internationally on TCM business and drug-herb interactions.
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Latest Courses
Treating Children, Level 2: Chronic and Complex Conditions - Course 1
Module 4: Lingering Pathogenic Factors, Chronic Cough and Cranial Compression
with Julian Scott
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This module is part of a series that provides you with the essential tools to expand your acupuncture practice to include treating babies and children. This module covers "Lingering Pathogenic Factors" – an event which includes ‘infection’ by a virus or bacterium, and also includes immunisation. An infection which might keep an adult in bed with a fever for a few days can cause lasting damage to a child. The three common patterns will be taught: Spleen Qi Xu, Retention of Phlegm, Retention of very thick phlegm. This module also includes chronic cough and asthma which are the most commonly seen complaints in a children's clinic. And although not as common, the effects of cranial compression will also be taught in this module.
Learning Objectives
- Learn about the effects of cranial compression and when to refer.
- Gain an insight into how to treat chronic cough and asthma
- Understand what are "Lingering Pathogenic Factors" and the longer term effects on a child's health and development.
- Learn about the three common patterns of LPF: Spleen Qi Xu, Retention of Phlegm, Retention of very thick phlegm.
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Julian Scott
Dr Julian Scott is the world's most eminent Paediatric Acupuncture Specialist with 40 years experience treating babes and children with acupuncture, dietary advice and western herbs. He is author of Acupuncture in the Treatment of Children, Natural Medicine for Children and Natural Medicine for Women, and Acupuncture in the Treatment of Eyes.
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Moxa in Motion with Ontake Warm Bamboo
Rhythmic Moxibustion Methods from Japan
with Oran Kivity
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Moxibustion is ancient. Even more ancient than needling. In modern acupuncture, however, it is often considered too time-consuming, too risky or too difficult to master. And yet the classics say: for chronic conditions, moxa has no equal.
Coming to the rescue of time-poor, risk-averse, present-day acupuncturists is the Ontake Method from Japan. This innovative approach uses a piece of bamboo filled with burning moxa wool to roll, tap and press on the meridians using a metronome programmed to each meridian's frequency. The rhythmic application of heat, frequency and pressure triggers rapid shifts in your patients' body condition and mood but this method generates only a little smoke.
In this course, you will learn:
(1) Dr Manaka's meridian frequencies and how to apply them
(2) Protocols for symptom relief
(3) Protocols for whole-body regulation
(4) The integration of Dr Tan's holographic models with Ontake for the rapid relief of pain
Presented by Oran Kivity and compered by Michael Max from the Qiological podcast, the format is varied and dynamic, with lectures, PowerPoints, group Q&A sessions and teaching videos. Each lesson is linked to a section in a fifty-page workbook packed with learner-centred quizzes and exercises. Engagingly filmed, produced and edited to hold the attention of distance learners, Moxa in Motion presents a step-by-step guide to utilizing the Ontake Method that will leave you confident in your new skills and more effective in your practice.
Learning Objectives
- Load, light and extinguish moxa in the bamboo safely, list actions and contraindications for Ontake, compare protocols for clinic hygiene.
- Discuss the Japanese concept of skin luster to differentiate deficiency/ excess and how to supplement and drain these reactions with protocols such as standing, rocking, rolling, tapping, pressing, knocking, leaning, vibrating, bouncing and rubbing.
- Draw the tapping protocols for Bamboo Max and Bamboo Mini (to strengthen the body’s healing responses at the root level) on a blank diagram, list routines for branch treatments and point to reflex areas on self using Dr Tan's mappings
- Describe Japanese acupuncture concepts of dosage, identify sensitive patients and remedy overtreatment using Ontake
- Describe Dr Manaka’s Meridian Frequencies, Wooden Needle and Hammer, tapping zones and three areas of application for Ontake for treating the root, branch and for pain relief
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Oran Kivity
British acupuncturist Oran Kivity trained in Europe, China, and Japan. In practice since 1987, he has ignited interest in the Ontake Method, a rhythmic moxibustion method from Japan.
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From Seed to Blossom
Nourishing the Essence with Essential Oils and Chinese Medicine
with Josephine Spilka
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We’ll take a look at essential oils made from seeds, roots, branches and flowers as we explore how you can engage the essence in your body to nourish, enrich, heal and grow. Each special plant part offers unique functions that support our bodies, hearts and minds in novel ways, inviting you into a deeper relationship with nature while nurturing yourself. When you nourish the essence you strengthen your foundation, creating security and stability while fostering creativity and inspiration.
Offered are some basics for working with the essential oils. Some of the oils featured are Caraway Seed, Carrot Seed, Jasmine, Neroli, Cedarwood and Vetiver. We’ll also take a look at some Chinese herbal medicinal essential oils such as Bai Zi Ren, Wu Wei Zi and Dang Gui. You’ll be able to use these oils right away for yourself, your family and your clients to nourish from the roots right to the tips of the branches, from seed to blossom!
Learning Objectives
- Participants will become familiar with up to 20 essential oils for use in nourishing the essence (jing)
- Participants will become familiar with how different plant parts used as essential oils can influence different aspects of the interaction with jing-essence.
- Participants will be able to discuss the basics of essential oils including note, type of Chinese medical action and associated organ systems.
- Participants will be able to discuss and understand how jing-essence works in the body and how it influences aging and disease.
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Josephine Spilka
Josephine Spilka, M.S., L.Ac., has been practicing Classical Chinese Medicine and Buddhist meditation for over 20 years, and is focused on investigating the relationship with essence in its many forms.
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Master Class: Healing Sounds Organ Detoxification Qigong
Two Authentic Lineages: Li Qingyun & Hua Tuo
with David Lloyd
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Why should you take this course? Do you feel physically stiff and run down? Do you feel tired and stressed out? Are you looking for a way to boost your health and vitality? If so, this course is just what you are looking for; in it, you will learn everything you need to get started practicing a unique form of healing Qigong Meditation called "Healing Sounds." This gentle method of exercise is simple to learn, and you can practice at home. Qigong has many proven health benefits. These benefits include: stress hormone reduction, improved sleep quality, increased range of motion and reduced muscle stiffness, better circulation, and much more!
The Six Healing Sounds or Liu Zi Jue (六字訣) is a qigong method and involves the coordination of movement and breathing patterns with specific sounds. The sounds combined with the postures release trapped fasciae from around your organs. In this course, you will learn two distinct lineages of Healing Sounds Qigong, one from Hua Tuo (華佗) and the other from the Immortal Li Qingyun (李清雲). This is a unique opportunity.
This course is an in-depth study that will take you from the most fundamental Qigong practice elements to the more advanced. If you have never practiced Qigong in your life, I designed this course for you. That said, you can also gain much value from this program if you are a seasoned practitioner of things like Meditation, Yoga, and Martial arts. That is why I titled this a "Master Course," it's for everyone.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the proper breathing approach and postures for the Li Qingyun Lineage of Healing Sounds.
- Learn the history of both the Li Qingyun & Hua Lineage of Healing Sounds Qigong, as well as note the difference between each method.
- Understand the proper breathing approach and postures for the Hua Tuo Lineage of Healing Sounds.
- Learn the theory behind healing sounds qigong
- Learn the proper posture and breathing approach for general Qigong practice
Your Teacher
David Lloyd
David Hastings Lloyd, R.Ac, R.TCMP, has been practicing and teaching Chinese Medicine and Qigong for over 20 years and has also authored several books on these topics.
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Calming the Emerging Mind
The Treatment of Teenage Anxiety and Depression with Acupuncture and Non-Needle Techniques
with Rebecca Avern
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This course uses real life case histories to illustrate how to go about supporting young people who are struggling with their moods and emotions in a wide variety of ways. Through the case histories, you will learn:
(1) The nature of adolescence from a Chinese medicine perspective,
(2) Causes of adolescent anxiety and depression,
(3) The practicalities of working with teenagers in the clinic,
(4) Diagnosing teenage anxiety and depression from a 5 Element and Organ/Pathogen perspective,
(5) Acupuncture and non-needle methods for the successful treatment of adolescent anxiety and depression.
You will come away with the confidence to immediately start treating teenagers suffering from anxiety and depression, and to do so effectively. You will learn how to diagnose, manage and treat teenagers, whether or not they tolerate needles.
Learning Objectives
- Develop an understanding of the the best way to approach treatment of the shen in teenagers
- Learn to diagnose the Organ/Pathogen and 5 Element imbalances in anxious or depressed teens
- Learn how to approach treatment of anxious and/or depressed teens
- Learn how to use both acupuncture and non-needle methods to treat adolescents who are anxious or depressed
Your Teacher
Rebecca Avern
Rebecca Avern is a senior lecturer, clinical supervisor and teaching clinic director at the College of Integrated Chinese Medicine in Reading, UK. In 2012, she founded an acupuncture centre for the treatment of children in Oxford – the Panda Clinic - and her clinical work is now entirely with children. She teaches paediatrics online and at undergraduate and post-graduate level.
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Acupuncture for Treating the Hidden Roots of Disease - Course 1
Psyche and the Body in Chinese Medicine
with Hamid Montakab
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The effects of the Mind over the Body have been clearly emphasized in Classical Chinese Medicine for at least 10 centuries. Mind-sets and mental attitudes influence the human responses to the outer world, manifesting as emotions and classified as the inner causes of disease. Understanding the structure of the conscious and subconscious parts of the psyche and unravelling the psychological mechanisms of “Belief systems” and helping to change these in a regular TCM setting is to treat the “Hidden Roots of Disease”.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the subconscious and the concept of Gui≈ghost in Chinese medicine.
- Learn the structure of the Psyche in Chinese medicine and its parallels with Western psychology.
- Understand the concept of physical and psychological health. The relation between the mind and the body.
- Learn how to apply acupuncture protocols for the treatment of the psyche, with clinical examples.
- Learn the workings of the mind and the functions and disturbances of Shen, Hun, Yi, Po & Zhi and Acupuncture treatment strategies.
Your Teacher
Hamid Montakab
Hamid Montakab graduated from the Medical School of Paris, completed an education in acupuncture in France and in China. He practiced in the US and later founded the Academy of Chinese Healing Arts in Switzerland and was co-founder and president of the Swiss Professional Organization for TCM.
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Practical Japanese Moxa for Your Clinic
Pragmatic Protocols for Clinical Success
with Cameron Bishop
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"Practical Japanese Moxa for Your Clinic" teaches many aspects of Moxa. The history, the types, and the many specifics to treat the root and symptoms. This includes Needle and Moxa (Kyutoshin), Thread Moxa (O'Kyu), Cone Moxa (Chinetsukyu), Pole Moxa, and Ibuki Moxa (stick on). The use, how to make, how to do, safety, points, conditions for various conditions will give the student ample information on the utilization of moxa for pain, fertility, constitution, abdomen, and Shen. Specific examples for the treatment of headache, low back pain, neck pain, abdominal discomfort, diarrhea, foot pain, knees, spine, Morton's neuroma, hip bursitis, facial conditions, constitution, energy, immune system, and more.
Learning Objectives
- Students will learn how to make a cone moxa, thread moxa, and moxa on the head of the needle.
- Students will become familiar with the history of moxa, the safety of moxa in the home and clinic.
- Be able to describe the different types of moxa types and their uses.
- Students will learn how to make a make point selection for various conditions.
Your Teacher
Cameron Bishop
Dr Cameron Bishop lived, worked and studied in Japan for four years. He specializes in Japanese Meridian therapy, Women's Health and Pain Management. He has been practicing over 25 years in South Florida. He has extensive teaching and clinical experience.
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Drug-Herb Interactions - Course 3
Autonomic Nervous System Drugs and Chinese Medicine
with Greg Sperber
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Overview
Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) drugs as a class are varied in their effects and often used by patients of acupuncturists and Chinese medical practitioners. They also have serious adverse effects, drug-herb interactions, as well as interference with Chinese diagnostics. This seminar examines major ANS drugs and the dangers Chinese medical practitioners need to be aware of when combining with herbs and acupuncture. We will look at various types of biomedical treatments for Alzheimers and other dementias, Parkinson's disease, irritable bowel syndrome, asthma, hypo- and hypertension, benign prostatic hyperplasia, and other conditions. Herb-drug and acupuncture-drug interactions will be explored for each type of drug.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the most common autonomic nervous system drugs with potential for drug-herb interactions
- Explore how major autonomic nervous system drugs act on the body
- Understand how autonomic nervous system drugs and herbs interact
Your Teacher
Greg Sperber
Dr. Greg Sperber is an author and also holds a Masters and Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. He is a professor at PCOM and speaks internationally on TCM business and drug-herb interactions.
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Sperb's Herbs - Course 1
Gou Qi Zi (Goji)
with Greg Sperber
Overview
This is an exciting episode of the Sperb's Herbs, Chinese Singles podcast. This episode covers the Chinese herb gou qi zi, commonly known as Goji. Each episode of the podcast will go into great depth about a single herb. Besides covering the basics of Chinese herbology including category, and functions, we will explore the history, quality, science, pharmacology, evidence, and any potential interactions of each herb. And then there is always something a little quirky about an episode. Whether that is a unique story or an interesting perspective, there will always be something different to learn about episode's herb.
Learning Objectives
- Understand and prevent any potential drug-herb interactions
- Converse about the current scientific evidence about the uses, dangers, and effectiveness of Gou Qi Zi (Goji)
- Comprehend basic Chinese and bio- medical information about Gou Qi Zi (Goji)
- Understand the history of Gou Qi Zi (Goji), especially in the context of the Chinese classics
Your Teacher
Greg Sperber
Dr. Greg Sperber is an author and also holds a Masters and Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. He is a professor at PCOM and speaks internationally on TCM business and drug-herb interactions.
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Sports Medicine Acupuncture Certification (SMAC) Webinar Program - Module IV: Neck, Shoulder, and Upper Extremity - Course 3
Assessment & Treatment of the Channel Sinews
with Matt Callison, and Brian Lau
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Overview
This 2-day class highlights how the channel sinews (jingjin) also known in modern day as myofascial sequences organize efficient movement patterns and balance the major joint structures of the neck, shoulder and upper extremity. Focus is on understanding how imbalances in these channels can contribute to pain and injury. Western assessment will be taught and practiced with TCM based acupuncture treatment and channel theory applied for the practitioner to discover measurable differences.
Learning Objectives
- Learn normal and abnormal movement patterns of the neck, shoulder and upper extremity and its relationship to the sinew channels.
- Learn how neck, shoulder and upper extremity myofascial pathways correlate with functional anatomy.
- Learn in theory how to determine which my myofascial sinew channels need to be assessed and treated for musculoskeletal injury.
- Learn the tissues belonging to each sinew channel and their functional anatomy relationship.
Your Teachers
Matt Callison
Matt Callison is a renowned instructor and published author of the Motor Points and Acupuncture Meridians Chart and quintessential texts such as the Motor Point Index (MPI) Reference Guide and Sports Medicine Acupuncture: An Integrated Approach Combining Sports Medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine. He has over 27 years of experience in sports medicine and acupuncture.
Brian Lau
Brian Lau, AP, CSMA, is certified in both Sports Medicine Acupuncture and Structural Integration. He has been on faculty since 2013 with the Sports Medicine Acupuncture Certification (SMAC) program, where he teaches anatomy and physiology, assessment and treatment of the channel sinews (jingjin), and myofascial release.
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Sports Medicine Acupuncture Certification (SMAC) Webinar Program - Module IV: Neck, Shoulder, and Upper Extremity - Course 2
Motor Point Needle Protocols for Neck, Shoulder, and Upper Extremity Muscles
with Matt Callison
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Overview
Motor entry point locations and needle protocols for over 50 muscles of the neck, shoulder and upper extremity. In addition, the practitioner will see many motor entry points in human tissue that are shown from AcuSport Education's cadaver dissection. Observing the motor nerve entrance into the muscle can help the practitioner enhance their skills and appreciation of needle depth. Muscles not included in this recording are the pectoralis major, rhomboids minor and major and the middle and lower trapezius. These muscles are shown and practiced in the live-seminar SMAC courses under guidance.
Learning Objectives
- The practitioner will earn current research on motor point locations
- The practitioner will learn appropriate needle depth for the muscle motor points.
- The practitioner will observe over 50 muscle motor points of the neck, shoulder and upper extremity.
Your Teacher
Matt Callison
Matt Callison is a renowned instructor and published author of the Motor Points and Acupuncture Meridians Chart and quintessential texts such as the Motor Point Index (MPI) Reference Guide and Sports Medicine Acupuncture: An Integrated Approach Combining Sports Medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine. He has over 27 years of experience in sports medicine and acupuncture.
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Sports Medicine Acupuncture Certification (SMAC) Webinar Program - Module IV: Neck, Shoulder, and Upper Extremity - Course 1
Anatomy & Cadaver Lab
with Brian Lau, and Matt Callison
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Overview
This 2-day anatomy and cadaver webinar is an amazing integration of sports medicine functional anatomy and TCM channel sinews (jingjin) channel theory. Each day of this workshop is divided into distinct morning and afternoon sessions. The morning session consists of didactic presentations on Functional Anatomy and Anatomy of the Sinew Channels that are integrated to focus on the functional relationship between neuromuscular anatomy and the myofascial jingjin tissues and their relationship to the neck, shoulder and upper extremity. This information is followed by the afternoon session that consists of: 1) Assessment, 2) Motor Point Location and Protocols, 3) Cadaver Presentations.
Learning Objectives
- The practitioner will learn nerve pathways, dermatomal distributions and muscle myotomes in relationship to channel topography.
- Learn in theory how to determine which my myofascial sinew channels need to be assessed and treated for musculoskeletal injury.
- The practitioner will learn postural, functional and muscle imbalances that can lead to pain and dysfunction based on TCM theory.
- Learn normal and abnormal movement patterns of the neck, shoulder and upper extremity and its relationship to the shoulder girdle.
- Learn neck, shoulder and upper extremity myofascial pathways that correlate with the classical sinew channels of TCM and the tissues belonging to each sinew channel with their functional anatomy relationship.
Your Teachers
Matt Callison
Matt Callison is a renowned instructor and published author of the Motor Points and Acupuncture Meridians Chart and quintessential texts such as the Motor Point Index (MPI) Reference Guide and Sports Medicine Acupuncture: An Integrated Approach Combining Sports Medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine. He has over 27 years of experience in sports medicine and acupuncture.
Brian Lau
Brian Lau, AP, CSMA, is certified in both Sports Medicine Acupuncture and Structural Integration. He has been on faculty since 2013 with the Sports Medicine Acupuncture Certification (SMAC) program, where he teaches anatomy and physiology, assessment and treatment of the channel sinews (jingjin), and myofascial release.
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Treating Children, Level 1: Foundations - Course 3
Module 3: Constipation and Adjunctive Treatments
with Julian Scott
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Overview
This module is the third in a five-part series that provides you with the essential tools to expand your acupuncture practice to include treating babies and children. Digestive health is the foundation of childhood development and constipation is common, either as a presenting complaint or as an additional symptom to another illness. Often just regulating the bowels can be enough to clear conditions such as abdominal pain, insomnia, eczema, asthma etc. This module also covers aspects of diet that are most relevant in the treatment of children, based on traditional Chinese principles. In addition, in this module we discuss chronic diarrhoea, the most common form in the clinic, and how to treat it with acupuncture and with dietary advice.
Learning Objectives
- Learn how to regulate the bowels.
- Understand how constipation in childhood can lead to a range of conditions such as abdominal pain, insomnia, eczema, asthma etc.
- Understanding the energetics of food and common foods in a Western child's diet that lead to health issues.
- Understanding acute and chronic diarrhoea and how to treat it with acupuncture and with dietary advice.
Your Teacher
Julian Scott
Dr Julian Scott is the world's most eminent Paediatric Acupuncture Specialist with 40 years experience treating babes and children with acupuncture, dietary advice and western herbs. He is author of Acupuncture in the Treatment of Children, Natural Medicine for Children and Natural Medicine for Women, and Acupuncture in the Treatment of Eyes.
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Treating Children, Level 1: Foundations - Course 2
Module 2: Essence, Needling Method and Family Dynamics
with Julian Scott
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Overview
This module is part of series that provides you with the essential tools to expand your acupuncture practice to include treating babies and children. Having focused on the Spleen in module 1, this module covers three commonly seen patterns of Kidney weakness; Kidney Jing insufficient, Kidney organ weak and Kidney Qi Xu. Understanding how to treat the kidneys is essential to working with children, as is knowing the methodology. Because children are so sensitive to the benefits of acupuncture, this module teaches you how to needle children safely and to maximize your results. In addition, the "Mother and Child" relationship will be explained as working with children extends beyond your little patient. This course is essential to give you confidence treating children.
Learning Objectives
- Learn about the differences between Kidney: weakness; Jing insufficient; organ weak and Qi Xu.
- Have a greater understanding of the role of the Kidneys in children's health.
- Understand how the "Mother and Child" will determine the effectiveness of treatment and prognosis.
- Learn how administering acupuncture with children is different to needling adults.
Your Teacher
Julian Scott
Dr Julian Scott is the world's most eminent Paediatric Acupuncture Specialist with 40 years experience treating babes and children with acupuncture, dietary advice and western herbs. He is author of Acupuncture in the Treatment of Children, Natural Medicine for Children and Natural Medicine for Women, and Acupuncture in the Treatment of Eyes.
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Treating Children, Level 1: Foundations - Course 1
Module 1: Paediatric Assessment and Digestion
with Julian Scott
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* You can normally get a discount when you buy a series whole!
Overview
This module is the first of a series that provides you with the essential tools to expand your acupuncture practice to include treating babies and children. The first lesson will cover the two basic types of child; Shi - exuberant children with plenty of energy and Xu - those who don’t have quite enough. This provides the foundations for understanding what illnesses a child may be predisposed to. Secondly, because good digestion is essential for healthy development of babies and children, "Accumulation Disorder" (congestion and overloading of the digestive system) will be addressed with reference to Spleen Qi deficiency. This module is a perquisite to all other modules which addresses specific health conditions.
Learning Objectives
- Understand how to differentiate Spleen Qi Xu and the appropriate course of treatment.
- Have a greater understanding of how Shi and Xu constitutional types predisposes a child to certain illnesses and conditions.
- Understand the role of digestion in the healthy development of babies and children.
- Learn how Accumulation Disorder develops, the common causes, signs and treatment.
Your Teacher
Julian Scott
Dr Julian Scott is the world's most eminent Paediatric Acupuncture Specialist with 40 years experience treating babes and children with acupuncture, dietary advice and western herbs. He is author of Acupuncture in the Treatment of Children, Natural Medicine for Children and Natural Medicine for Women, and Acupuncture in the Treatment of Eyes.
