More and more health care professionals in obstetrics and gynecology are turning to complementary medicine to enhance their patients' comfort and wellness. With an emphasis on medical acupuncture, this book offers busy practitioners an accessible guide to the myriad ways in which these time-tested methods can both enhance and ease a pregnant woman's experience - before, during, and after delivery. Medical Acupuncture in Pregnancy begins with a concise, yet thorough review of basic TCM principles and proceeds to cover treatments for hyperemesis, preterm labor, preeclampsia, dysfunctional labor, postpartum depression, dysmenorrhoe, migraine, infections and more! Whether as an introduction to the topic or as a handy clinical reference, this text is essential for obstetricians, gynecologists, midwives, acupuncturists, and nurses who want to optimize patient care options with Chinese medicine. Special features: High-quality illustrations showing the precise location of acupuncture points Detailed descriptions and diagrams of needling depth and direction Treatment rules and therapeutic guidelines Easy-to-access format for quick reference in a clinical setting A practice-oriented introduction to Qi gong Supplemental information on Chinese dietetics

Womens Clinic, University Hospital, Mannheim, Germany

In all areas of medicine, more and more health care professionals are turning to complementary medicine as an effective, gentle means of increasing their patients' comfort and wellness. In pregnancy and childbirth in particular, the successful combination of traditional Chinese and Western-based methods has helped countless women through this extraordinary time in their lives. -

Medical Acupuncture in Pregnancy offers busy practitioners an accessible guide to the myriad ways in which these time-tested methods can both enhance and ease a pregnant woman's experience - before, during and after delivery. -

With an engaging and lucid style, this book begins with a concise, yet thorough explanation of the underlying principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Against this backdrop, the author guides the reader step-by-step through the treatment of a wide array of conditions, such as
- Hyperemesis and heartburn;
- Preterm labor and preeclampsia;
- Dysfunctional labor and post partum depression;
- Dysmenorrhoe, migraine and infections. --

Acupuncture in Pregnancy features:

- Useful descriptions of how TCM treats complications of pregnancy and post-partum;
- Jargon-free descriptions of complex principles and applications;
- User-friendly illustrations showing the precise location of acupuncture points;
- Detailed descriptions and diagrams of needling depth and direction;
- Tips and practical advice on how to combine TCM and traditional Western-based medicine;
- Easy-to-find information for quick reference in a clinical setting;
- A practice-oriented introduction to Qi gong;
- Supplemental information on Chinese dietetics;
- Ideal for gynecologists, obstetricians, nurses, midwives, doulas, chiropractors, and occupational therapists. --

Whether as an introduction to the topic or as a handy reference for practitioners, Medical Acupuncture in Pregnancy is an essential resource for all those wishing to enhance the best Western-based medical treatment can offer through the addition of Chinese Medicine. --

Ideal for gynecologists, obstetricians, nurses, midwives, doulas, chiropractors, and occupational therapists.

1. Introduction to Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine What is Acupuncture The Basics of TCM Concepts of TCM The Theory of Yin and Yang The Five Fundamental Substances The Five Phase Theory The Internal Organ Theory (Zang Fu) The Disease Concept of TCM TCM Diagnostics 2. Systematics Access to the Depth - Xue: The Point Acupuncture Points Channel Points The Channel System of Acupuncture 3. Criteria and Rules Methods of Locating Points Prerequisites for Acupuncture Therapy Integrating Acupuncture into a Treatment Plan Characteristics of Acupuncture During Pregnancy General Recommendations Treatment Rules and Therapeutic Guidelines Treatment Technique Organizational Model Prerequisites for Acupuncture Therapy in a Clinic 4. The Practice of Acupuncture in Obstetrics and Gynecology Obstetrics Pregnancy Peripartal Puerperium Acupuncture and Gynecology Significance of Acupuncture 5. Point Atlas 6. Chinese Nutrition Therapy and Qi Gong Chinese Nutrition Therapy Qi Gong Appendix