Acupuncture for Dogs and Cats (2 ed)
A Pocket Atlas

By (author) Christina Eul-Matern

ISBN13: 9783132434547

Imprint: Thieme Publishing Group

Publisher: Thieme Publishing Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Published: 04/05/2022

Availability: Available

Description
Getting to the Point—Acupuncture for Small Animals Where is the gallbladder channel and what happens when GB-6 is needled? Which point helps with food refusal? How should I needle, and does the point really fit my intended therapy concept? This unique acupuncture atlas for small animals makes long searches superfluous! Special Features: An introduction to the basics of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and a comprehensive discussion of the channel system and acupuncture point categories. Quick orientation thanks to the easy-to-use double-page spread layout: Indication, localization, technique, and depth of insertion are listed for each point on the left-hand page. On the right-hand page, a photo illustrates the position of the point on the dog's body in relation to muscles and bones. New to the Second Edition: A chapter on the psycho-emotional basics of small animal acupuncture For important acupuncture points, the psychogenic effects are now described This handy pocket-sized atlas is unique in the field and an ideal companion for veterinarians, animal acupuncturists, students, and trainees whose goal is to provide the highest level of treatment to the animals in their care.
I Basic Concepts of Acupuncture 1. What Does Acupuncture Have to Offer? 2. History of Acupuncture 3. The Principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine 4. The Channels 5. Psychoemotional Foundations of Veterinary Acupuncture 6. Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine Diagnostics 7. Acupuncture Points 8. Point Selection 9. Point Identification and Needling 10. Forms of Acupuncture II Atlas of Acupuncture Points 11. Lung Channel 12. Large Intestine Channel 13. Stomach Channel 14. Spleen/Pancreas Channel 15. Heart Channel 16. Small Intestine Channel 17. Bladder Channel 18. Kidney Channel 19. Pericardium Channel 20. Triple Burner Channel 21. Gallbladder Channel 22. Liver Channel 23. Governing Vessel 24. Controlling Vessel 25. Extra Points 26. Subject Index 27. Points Index
  • Complementary medicine
  • Veterinary medicine
  • Veterinary medicine: small animals (pets)
  • Complementary medicine for animals
  • Professional & Vocational
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List Price: £77.50