Conference Schedule

Day1: August 20, 2018

Keynote Forum

Biography

Michael Hammes received DAAD-grant for four-year studies of Chinese language and culture and postgraduate studies of Traditional Chinese Medicine at University of TCM in Beijing, China. Scientific Assistant at the Department of Sports Medicine of the Johannes Gutenberg-Universität  Mainz, medical thesis on the influence of acupuncture on physical working capacity in humans, resident physician at the Department of Neurology of the Technische Universität München under the supervision of Prof. Conrad, maintenance of the Center for Pain Therapy, scientific publications on basic research and clinical application of acupuncture in pain therapy, publication of several reference books on acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, at present clinical work in integrative medicine as consultant neurologist in hospital and practice, since 1994 lecturer of the German Medical Acupuncture Association (DÄGfA), past member of DÄGfA board, member of ICMART board (International Council of Medical Acupuncture and Related Techniques), member and delegate of DIN mirror committee to ISOTC-249 (provisional title: Traditional Chinese Medicine), member of chairman advisory group to ISO-TC-249, Co-convenor of Joint-Working-Group of ISO-TC-249 and ISO-TC-215, appointment as a visiting professor at First Teaching Hospital of University of TCM Tianjin, PR China on September 10th 2012 for a duration of five years.
 

Abstract

Ancient Chinese Medicine understands the living body as a microcosm that forms a unity of physical and psychical processes. Acupuncture is an ideal tool to address disturbances that relates to the two aspects of human existence: the physical and the psychic or spiritual being. The ancient science of acupuncture has detected the helpful gates that assist in connecting with the underlying conflict of physical suffering. The presentation will teach the ancient skills of fostering healing processes within psychosomatic disturbances with the use of wisdom and acupuncture needles.
 

Biography

Thomas Burgoon is the immediate past president of the American Academy of Medical Acupuncture (AAMA) the largest organization of physicians practicing acupuncture in the United States.  He graduated from medical school at Vanderbilt University in 1985 and competed residency training in internal medicine. He began studying acupuncture theory and practice in 1992 and studied with Anita Cignolini of Milan, Italy for 11 years and four years with the New York College of Traditional Chinese Medicine (NYCTCM). He is a member of the editorial board of Medical Acupuncture, the official journal of the AAMA and is the chairperson of the Institutional Review Board of the NYCTCM. He is interested in traditional Chinese medical theory and practice and also in the fostering of meaningful dialog with our colleagues in regular medicine about acupuncture’s value in modern medical practice.

 

Abstract

The focus of this talk is three bodies of recent research on the effects of acupuncture on inflammation, gastrointestinal, and cardiovascular research that has made an outstanding contribution to our modern understanding of acupuncture. These detailed and comprehensive research efforts have utilized a complement of sophisticated techniques including immunohistochemistry, modern techniques of stimulation and recording of somatic, central nervous system and autonomic pathways, along with an array of modern surgical and neurosurgical techniques.

These studies confirm some of the most important and profound principles of traditional acupuncture theory and practice and they provide an important foundation of communication with our non- acupuncture medical colleagues about the practice and benefits of acupuncture.  

 

Biography

Professor Shulan Tang first studied Chinese Medicine at the age of 16. She trained for 8 years at the two most prestigious TCM Universities in China (Nanjing & Beijing), gaining a Bachelor’s Degree in 1984 from Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine and a Master’s Degree from Beijing University of Chinese Medicine in 1987. Prof. Tang has been practicing and teaching TCM in the UK & Europe for 26 years, publishing more than 50 ‘Papers’ in highly regarded Journals. Currently Prof. Tang is the Principal of ‘Shulan College of Chinese Medicine’, PhD Supervisor for the M/PhD Programme by Shulan College & Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, President of the ATCM (Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine) in the UK and also the Editor of the magazine ‘Chinese Acupuncture & Moxibustion’.

Abstract

Eczema is a common Dermatological Condition presented in Western TCM Clinics. We see this occurring in both sexes (Male & Female) and in all ages groups, from newborn Babies to Toddlers, Teenagers, Adults and in Senior Citizens. The main symptoms which patients experience are ‘Redness’ of the Skin, Dry Skin, Hot & Itchy Skin and Flaky Skin. 
 
This condition can be extremely stressful for people, affecting their sleep and all areas of their personal and professional lives. It often occurs alongside other conditions such as Hayfever & Asthma too, which can be especially stressful for the people who experience this. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has a very good success rate for treating Eczema using Chinese Herbal Medicine, Acupuncture & Food Therapy. TCM’s aim is to treat the root of the cause of the condition, which is internal, despite the main symptoms presenting on the Skin. TCM can offer bespoke treatments based on the patient’s individual diagnosis. We commonly see Wind-Heat, Damp-Heat, Blood-Heat, Toxic-Heat & Heat due to Yin Deficiency being presented by patients with Eczema, so in order for the treatment to be successful it must be tailored to each individual patient, combining Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine & Food Therapy. 
 
Prof. Shulan Tang has been practicing & teaching TCM for over 25 years in the United Kingdom where she specialises in treating Eczema and other related Skin conditions such as Psoriasis & Acne. Through her vast experience in treating Eczema & other Skin conditions, she has created specific Chinese Herbal Medicine Formulas for treating these conditions effectively and has been successful with patients from all over the UK & Europe. 
 

 

 

Tracks

  • Traditional Chinese Medicine | Homeopathy | Acupuncture & Chronic Pain
  • Acupuncture & Astrology | Acupuncture Techniques | Chinese Nutrition | Acupuncture in Cancer Cure
Location: Library Suite
Speaker

Michael Hammes

Academy of Ancient Chinese Medicine, Germany

Chair

Speaker

Tal Bello

Givat Washington College, Israel

Co Chair

Biography

In 2007 Michael Legge transitioned his career as a Research Scientist, with the NJ Department of Health, to an independent researcher, developing healing music systems based on Traditional Chinese medicine. Acupuncturists earned PDAs from NCCAOM by being certified in the “Legge Method.” His “I Ching Rebalancing Music” system was used in TLC Hospice for dementia and failure to thrive patients and Lansdale Hospital for Med/Surg, Telemetry and ACU patients. Currently Mike practices his “Music Apothecary”. He also has clinical experience as a Reiki Master, a NAET Practitioner and a Clinical Hypnotherapist. He holds a master’s Degree in music composition.

Abstract

Four different musical scales used in healing music composition will be discussed as they relate to various Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Concepts: Pentatonic, Hexatonic, Diatonic Modes and Octatonic Modes as related to the five elements, the Horary Cycle, the meridians and meridians with five element tones. The 64 Hexagrams converted into both Base 2 and Base 4 equivalents, of the Yi Jing, correlated to the 64 DNA Codons (including the Transcription Process) and correlated to the 5 Elements of TCM will also be discussed. Besides strengthening these elements both the creation and control cycles will also be correlated to the resulting musical prescriptions which can be sequenced in 5,040 different ways. Just as taking pulses can inform the practitioner so too can the pendulum be used for energetic response when placed in circuit with the various ampoules of Applied Kinesiology (AK) test kits. Some of the AK test kits used in the Music Apothecary are: Amino Acids, Body Biochemical, Brain, Digestive Enzymes, Electro Magnetic, Emotional State Composites, Food Toxins, Healthy Tissues, Hormones, Lectins, Meridians, Nutrition, Sweeteners and Vertebrae. The action of the Prescription Generator (PG) and why it generates the correct musical prescription first time every time will be explained. Some case extracts will be presented that will bring together both the theory and the practice of the Music Apothecary.

 

Biography

Vijay Nielsen has completed a Diploma in Homeopathic Medicine at Dr Nielsen’s Homeopathic Medical Education and Research Centre Inc., (Winnipeg, Canada) and has completed his fellowship at Vinayaka Mission’s Hospital (Salem, India). In 2005, he started his private practice at Nielsen Clinic, where he specializes in Women’s Health and Dermatology, combining homeopathy and integrative medicine with a clinical approach and has won numerous awards. He was recently selected as one of IMPACT Magazine’s Top Doctor for 2018. He is a Published Author in the Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences and has a amazon best seller co-authored book. 

Abstract

Vulvovaginal candidiasis is one of the more common gynecological complaints seen in a healthcare setting and bears a significant financial, emotional and physical cost for women. It is estimated that upto 75% of women will experience one episode in their life, while 5-10% will have recurring episodes. For women who have three to four episodes within a year are diagnosed with recurrent vulvovaginal candidiasis. In the United States alone it is estimated that three million women suffer from Recurrent Vulvovaginal Candidiasis (RVVC). RVVC presents an increasing challenge in clinical practice due to increasing and widespread antifungal resistance. Experts have warned that the prevalence of vulvovaginitis will increase due to antifungal resistance and an expected rise in non C. albicans species. With increasing short course use of antifungal therapies and emergence of resistant yeast strains treating RVVC will present further challenges. Homeopathy may help to offer a simple, safe and cost-effective as clinical evidence as well as in vitro evidence has shown homeopathic medicines provide inhibitory activity against Candida albicans.
 

Biography

Dianna Ruas has completed her Clinical Pathology studies at Santo Antonio College and her master’s degree in acupuncture at Belo Horizonte University. She is the Director of Foreign Relations of CRAEMG (Regional Council of Acupuncture - MG) a premier organization that regulate the standard of TCM in Minas Gerais state, in Brazil; she is Delegate of Brazilian Federation of Ancestral Medicines representing this federation with regard to the Scientific, Cultural, as well licensed to open representative venues of the entity in Brazil and abroad; organizing and speaking for Traditional Medicine Conference in Latino America. She is member of Hainan Association for Acupuncture & Moxibustion, and opened Wellness Center in China concept in PRC, has organized and speaking for TCM conferences in China. She is Member Founder of the CIAMAM-GENEVE (International Confederation of Natural Alternative Medicine Associations). She also been teaching   in Natural Health Science School in Athens, Ellada. 

Abstract

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Biography

Lúcia was born in Jaboticabal, Brazil and is currently living in Portugal since 2017. She has completed her higher degree in Biomedicine at Barão de Mauá University in Ribeirao Preto, Brazil. She graduated in Traditional Chinese Medicine in Brazil with her specialization in China by the International Acupuncture Training Center, Cosmetic Acupuncture, Acupuncture Anesthesia and analgesia. She has Homeopathy training by the Federal University of Viçosa, Chinese Phytotherapy by the Faculdade Federal de Campinas, Clinical Iridology and Behavioral, Bach Flower Essence and Bioenergetic. Lúcia is the founder of Oliviéri Institute – Research, teaching, diagnoses and treatment center. She is also a Teacher of the Traditional Chinese Medical courses, Chinese Physiotherapy, Chinese Iridology behavioral and Bach Flower essences. 

Abstract

One of the main goals of geometric shape acupuncture is to present a wider healing path utilizing old tools, resulting in the consciousness growth. The time has come to understand and appreciate the scope that acupuncture deeply integrates this knowledge with tradition and wisdom within the geometric shape energies. The primordial approach of the geometric shapes acupuncture is the balance of the chi and its flux inside many corporal systems, the balance of the energies vortex located in determined areas of the body through shapes, such as square, circle, triangle, pentagon, etc., each physical dense body cell, just as the subtler bodies, contains information, a code. The equilibrium patterns have specific geometric grouping of acupuncture points, which has the power to unlock great quantities of stored information on the physic and subtle level. A specific application sequence must be followed in order to occurrence of the opening or unlocking. The energy brought through acupuncture needles possesses codifications which can be unlocked as they are inserted. There are also codifications in each point of acupuncture where an amount of energy is released and put into simultaneous movement as the needle is inserted. The codification on the acupuncture point, the codification of its energy, the acupuncturist and client chi thus, the synergy action released by the new codification patterns are all put into movement. Try imagining the power of these codifications that are potentially unlocked or activated by these treatments.
 

Location: Library Suite
Speaker

Thomas Burgoon

American Academy of Medical Acupuncture, USA

Chair

Speaker

Ryan Smith

Tri-State College of Acupuncture, USA

Co Chair

Biography

Homero F Bernardo is a Physiotherapist, with specilization in Sportive Physiotherapy and works with Acupuncure since 1980. He is the Founder and Director of Tai Institute, a Post Grade Acupuncture School based in the Federal District University Center in Brasilia, Brazil. He is a former Nanjing University student and has visited there twice to lecture on this theme of Constitutional Acupuncture. 

Abstract

Constitutional acupuncture is based on Hippocrates statement: “There is no disease but ill people”. This constitutional understanding of human beings came from very ancient times. In the ancient book “Nei Ching Ling Shu” is stated in its chapter 72 that there were four types of people: Tai-Yang; Shao Yang; Tai Yin and Shao Yin with similar physical and psyquic characteristics and proper tendency of disharmonies of each of these types. Also in India with ayurvedic medicine we find the temperaments like Vata (Air), Pitta (Fire), Kapha (Earth and Water). In Traditional Chinese Medicine we use the five elements with reference to understand different types of people. Many other attempts along human history were made trying to understand the human being as unique, like Unicist Homeopathy, The Enneagram of Claudio Naranjo and astrology among others. A Korean doctor, Dr Eu Won Lee, author’s teacher, brought to Brazil in the 70’s this ancient tradition of constitutional acupuncture to actualize it and spread out through courses, seminars and congresses. Astrology also work with this view, trying to understand humanity in its 12 types of human beings, three types of each of the four elements, with its own particularities; and author, Homero Bernardo, as an astrological student and an acupuncture practicioner, have made this connection between constitutional acupunture and astrology to make it easier the diagnosis and practice of this extraordinary therapy that through the equilibrium of the person as a whole we achieve very nice results in several physical and mental diseases. 

Biography

Cynthia is a graduate of New England School of Acupuncture/ Mass College of Pharmacy and a diplomat in acupuncture and Asian bodywork therapy with professionally board certified from the National Certification Commission of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.   She received her US licenses of doctorate acupuncture in RI, by the MASS Board of Medicine and by the MA Board of Massage Therapy.  Formerly, Cynthia was on faculty at NESA as part of the “CAP” Community Affiliated Outreach Program at the Tufts Medical Center Boston, MA in Dept. of Hematology and Oncology specialized in pain management and enhancing the quality of life for her breast cancer and sickle cell patients in the Breast Cancer Clinic.  She previously joined South Boston Yoga Community where she treated yoga students in Boston, MA and currently is at the Water House Wellness in Arlington, MA.  Cynthia draws from her various clinical intern experiences at Winchester Hospital Walk-In Clinic and NESA’s Newton, MA Clinic where she practiced both Japanese and Chinese acupuncture styles.  Cynthia also has 11 years clinical experience as a zen shiatsu bodywork therapist, graduated Charles River School of Shiatsu in 2004 and received BA in Biology at Boston University 1994.

Abstract

Cancer is the leading cause of death worldwide, with a projected increase of 60 percent from 8 to 13 million deaths during the span of 2012 to 2030. It is projected to increase over 50 percent from 14 to 21 million new cancer cases during that time by NCI. The most recent worldwide mortality rate due to cancer in 2012 was 8.2 million reported by Cancer Research-UK. According to the National Cancer Institute more than 60 percent of new cancer cases are in Africa, Asia, Central and South America and with 70 percent of the world’s cancer deaths come from those regions. These statistics leave patients apprehensive and seeking alternative or integrative forms of cancer therapy. Acupuncture is a safe therapy currently being used by persons with cancer to treat a variety of symptoms. As acupuncture has become more main stream, several comprehensive cancer centers offer integrative therapies such as acupuncture onsite for their patients. With current opioid overdose epidemic and increased medical and regulatory scrutiny acupuncture offers and additional non-opioid strategy for the management of pain. Due to the severity of the opioid epidemic in the US, the White House panel urged the United States President to declare the opioid crisis a national emergency on August 31st 2017 as the International Overdose Awareness Day by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Acupuncture use for symptom management in hospitals is a frequently requested therapy for breast cancer patients. It can be used in conjunction with chemotherapy or radiation therapies to alleviate nausea, anxiety, hot flashes, peripheral neuropathy, insomnia, fatigue, lymphedema, constipation and chronic pain management. Breast Cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed among US women. About one in eight US women (12.4%) will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of her lifetime. In 2018 estimation of 266,120 new cases of invasive breast cancer are expected to be diagnosed in women in US, reported by US breast cancer statistics on 1.9.2018. In the US alone, there were reported 600,920 cancer deaths overall in 2017. Patient reported outcomes show both from clinical trial data and author’s empirical experience that patients often feel better in measurable ways after acupuncture. Providing acupuncture, massage therapy and medications are often incomplete in their ability to improve overall health and wellbeing. It is becoming increasingly important for patients to include lifestyle modification such as eating a healthy diet, maintaining a healthy weight, exercise and adequate sleep/rest to support their goals of improved wellbeing and reduction of recurrence risks.

Biography

Polizogopoulos Dimitris has completed his first Diploma in Shiatsu and was nominated as a Hatha Yoga Teacher at the Athens Yoga and Budo Academy. He has been working with alternative therapies since his early twenties. He had TCM Diploma from Ancient Greek; TCM Academy of Athens and Tianjin University. Moreover, he has a Diploma in Nutrition and Weight Training at the IAFA. He is a Reiki master, owner operator of Be Healthy and GR Therapy Centre, Instructor of Mix Martial Arts and Hatha Yoga since 1993 and he is teaching TCM from the Ancient Greek and TCM Academy of Athens. He is currently the Director of alternative therapies at the Multimed Medical Centre in Athens.. 

Abstract

This study will explain the therapies with or without hormones on how to boost Fertility and reduce stress with acupuncture, diet, herbs, yoga and exercise. In this study acupuncture procedure will be used four times during woman’s circle.  First, on the 4th or 5th day of blood when it is going to finish, what we want to do is to clear vagina from the endometrium. Secondly, on the 10th -13th day we need to prepare and create big and fertile ovum. Thirdly, on the 18th -20th day, we need to keep the energy of the body at a high level. Finally, we use acupuncture on the 25th -28th day. At this point, woman must keep the ovum in the body and have the pregnancy. Thus, we use points of the REN MAI.  In this month we recommend a nutrition program, yoga exercise and herbs. 

Biography

Sumita Satarkar has completed her PhD at Open International University for Complementary Medicine, Colombo and pursuing another Doctorate in Integrative Medicine from Quantum University, USA. She has presented more than 50 papers in national and international conferences in India and overseas. She is Master in Pulse Diagnosis and an International Trainer.

Abstract

Introduction: Pulse is one of the most important diagnostic tools used from ancient times, which needs accuracy and focus. Unlike any other faculty of medicine, this age old science of alternative healing is a study of energy which neither can be measured nor be seen. It can only be palpated at the wrist. Palpation and its interpretation bring forth the detail analysis of energy and its patterns and thus further can be accurately diagnose the exact illness or disorder. This is called a pulse diagnosis because of the need of going deeper into my own understanding and knowledge, I started researching and studying this subject intensely and got some extraordinary results. Following is the brief summary of my findings so far as my research is going on at present. 
 
The Pulse & Diagnosis Patterns: The Pulse has dynamism, fluidity and changeability. It is multi-dimensional in depth, rate, rhythm, strength, shape etc., reflecting the overall wellbeing in person, identifying the state of mental, emotional and spiritual health.
 
Findings: The pulse study of around 1,00,000 patients so far, has shown me a clear, multi- layered and textured picture of these dimensions. This led me go deeper into analyzing it further to finally find approximately 100 definite patterns, proving as the most effective guiding tool in diagnosing the complete ill and/or otherwise condition of patients and help to understand the line of treatment and prognosis of the disease. 

Day2: August 21, 2018

Keynote Forum

Biography

Vijay Nielsen has completed a Diploma in Homeopathic Medicine at Dr Nielsen’s Homeopathic Medical Education and Research Centre Inc., (Winnipeg, Canada) and has completed his fellowship at Vinayaka Mission’s Hospital (Salem, India). In 2005, he started his private practice at Nielsen Clinic, where he specializes in Women’s Health and Dermatology, combining homeopathy and integrative medicine with a clinical approach and has won numerous awards. He was recently selected as one of IMPACT Magazine’s Top Doctor for 2018. He is a Published Author in the Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences and has a amazon best seller co-authored book. 

 

Abstract

Endometriosis, a chronic inflammatory disease that affects the pelvic peritoneum and ovaries, is the second monst commonly diagnosed gynecological conditions in women. It is referred to as a slient disease and is a debilitating condition for females and a challenging and complex disease for clinicians. Endometriosis often is underdiagnosed and poorly treated, resulting in delayed diagnose, significant pelvic pain and infertility. Multiple studies have shown that endometriosis has a strong affinity towards estrogen, angiogenesis, and dysregulation of the immune system. There are a wide variety of therapies available in nutritional and herbal supplements which may be used to treat endometriosis. Certain nutritional and herbal supplements have shown to exert complex actions on endometrial cells as well as regulate inflammation, angiogenesis and aromatase inhibitors. Using homeopathic medicines, nutritional and herbal supplements can not only safely be integrated with conventional treatments but also can be drastically improve treatment outcomes and improve the quality of life for those who suffer from endometriosis.

Biography

Ahmad Alkhatib is a leading expert in the field of Personalized Lifestyle, Bio-Nutraceuticals, Public Health and Sports Sciences. His current research focus is on preventing and managing diabetes and associated chronic diseases using innovative lifestyle prevention. Over the past 20 years, he led a distinguished career in the UK involving top academic positions, developing new research and academic programs and internationally, he transformed and led top sectors in epidemiology, public health and nutrition and, sports science. Amongst his prestigious awards, few are  Fellowship of the Royal Society of Medicine (FRSM); Fellow of the UK Higher Education Academy (FHEA); a Clinical Physiologist and Nutritionist (Registered Nutritionist and CISSN). He has over 100 publications at top scientific journals, including three books. 
 
 
 

Abstract

Natural herbs have been promoted for healing effectiveness in chronic diseases, especially in the prevention of lifestyle diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease. We developed novel methodologies and techniques in applying herbal ingestions as part of an individualized lifestyle. Our interventions combined with lifestyle approaches have shown effectiveness in prevention and management of lifestyle diseases, especially when relying on multipronged biochemical, physiological, behavioural and physical components. We also tested the effectiveness of specific herbal treatments in conjunction with lifestyle components that are based on the understanding of nutritional and exercise habits, individualized biochemistry profile and genetics. We developed a model for diabetes prevention and management using functional foods and lifestyle approaches and we further extended this model using natural nutraceuticals including herbs and monounsaturated fatty acids, rich in bio-phenols, which have anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory functions responsible for preventing chronic diseases. Such approaches are based on extensive scientific rigour and help to effectively detect clinically meaningful differences. The effectiveness of combining bio-nutraceuticals with physical activity and other lifestyle components for targeted disease prevention remains a key to promoting health longevity and well-being.

Tracks

  • Auricular Acupuncture | Clinical Practice of Acupuncture | Acupuncture & Neurology | Acupuncture & Depression | Acupuncture-Anxiety
Location: Library Suite
Speaker

Vijay Nielsen

Nielsen Clinic, Canada

Chair

Speaker

Mieko Takaoka

University of East West Medicine, USA

Co Chair

Biography

Mieko Takaoka has completed her Master Degree at South Baylo University and Doctoral degree at University of East West Medicine. Currently, she is working on her second Doctoral degree at Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine. She completed Acupuncturists without Boarders (AWB); Auricular Acupuncture training to provide relief and recovery in the wake of major disasters and traumatic events across the world. She has treated US veterans at the Bay Area Veterans Acupuncture Clinic in San Francisco, USA. 

Abstract

Objective: This literature review aimed to investigate the current trends of auricular acupuncture (AA) research in the US and its future direction from recent journal publications. 
 
Methods: AA relevant articles published by authors from the US were collected from PubMed database from 2013 to May 2018. 
 
Results: The finding components were AA topics, publication years, article types, research collaborating countries outside of the US, AA tools and combination of other modalities with AA, NADA protocol and BFA protocol, p-values, number of subjects and animal model experiments. Top four AA research topics in the US were pain management (n=20), psychological disorders (n=11), addiction (n=8) and the US military healthcare (n=5). The journal article types were mostly clinical study (34%, n=10), review (27%, n=8), and research supported by US government (23%, n=7). Other modalities combined with AA treatment were electro acupuncture, body acupuncture, gua sha, tui na, relaxation technique and antiemetic medication. US authors wrote articles in collaboration with authors from outside of the US such as China 
(63%, n=12), Hong Kong (16%, n=3), (5%, n=1), Australia, Austria, China, Canada and France, Hong Kong and Taiwan (5%, n=1), Australia (5%, n=1), and Korea (5%, n=1). Conclusion: U S government and military department support AA research and clinical practice in order to respond the urgent medical needs in America. The involvement of international AA experts in future research can benefit the further development of AA intervention. Effective AA models may be replicated globally. 

Biography

Evan Mahoney has completed his Graduation, MS and Doctorate in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine at Samra University of Oriental Medicine, Los Angeles, CA, 2011. He has been in private practice in Cape Coral, Florida. He is the author of “Saam Medical Meditation and Korean Kinetic Acupuncture” book series. 

Abstract

Author will begin the presentation with a brief discussion of the encroachment of the dry needle technique into acupuncture and the implications of minimally trained needle therapist effectively practicing acupuncture. The distinguishing feature is that acupuncturists are experts in knowledge as they study, practice and understand a comprehensive health system according to the theories and practices within the curriculum of acupuncture and oriental medicine. Experts in knowledge also include the musculo skeletal realm that is being performed by the dry needler. As experts in knowledge/organ centered consciousness the core of this presentation will revolve around the interpretation of dreams which is structured upon Saam acupuncture/meditation’s three levels of human needs. We will look at how acupuncture and oriental medicine affords the most complete structure to date on the study of consciousness and unconsciousness reflected in dreams. Finding similarities between east and west, we build upon the ground work that was laid by founding fathers of psychology Sigmund Freud and Carl Jung as well as the later theory of John Sarno. The first hint of acupuncture and oriental medicine’s organ centered consciousness is understood through the emotion specific attributes of the five elements and the internal organs. Joy is the emotion pertaining to the heart, worry to the spleen, sadness to the lungs, fear to the kidneys and anger to the liver. Saam acupuncture; meditation and the interpretation of dreams build upon these organ centric themes. A likely departure from mind/brain centered consciousness that may be implicit in current understandings of consciousness. 

Biography

Andre Marques has completed his Graduation in Physical Therapy in 2009 at Escola Superior de Tecnologias da Saúde do Porto and Post-graduation in Traditional Chinese Medicine in Acupuncture and Phytotherapy at Universidade de Medicina Chinesa in 2015. He also completed the International Training Program at the Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in 2016, as well as a specialized internship at the Chengdu Hospital during this period. Currently, he is pursuing Master’s in Traditional Chinese Medicine at the Instituto de Ciências Biomédicas de Abel Salazar, Portugal. He has been practicing in physical therapy clinics, football clubs and school intervention in this field as Physical Therapist. He has been working in private clinics and football clubs as Chinese Medicine Specialist and he is doing research on new treatments with combined therapies as food intolerance and self-modeling of neurological dysfunction, as a specific neurological diseases treatment. 

Abstract

Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicine treatment and is believed that it exists for atleast 4000 years. In Portugal, it is an increasingly sought-after therapy. Acupuncture has become well known for solving many patients’ problems and of great relevance for the regulation of the human body. How advanced is this treatment that has survived only a few millennia? Recent research has high-lightened its effectiveness and close relationship with another system, such as the neuro vegetative system and fascia. However, Qi and its mechanism are still unknown to our science and needs further research. There are many types of acupuncture and different theories, old classics and new evidence should be analysed together to expand the knowledge and connect the past with the present. Our body functions 24 hours a day and emotions work on the human body as well. Every single moment you experience emotions, even when you’re sleeping (dreams/ nightmares). Many problems and diseases have a cross pattern between functional problem and an emotional root cause. Every single cell of the body reacts to a basic or more complex emotion. Patient’s physiognomy and complaints give us information about their lifestyle, emotions and mental balance, thus as in any healthrelated science, the clinical history is crucial. Additionally, the pulse evaluation provides us with unique access to the human body’s interior, representing in fact, a valuable source for further comprehension of patient’s diseases and mental health. Hence, combined acupuncture and emotional approach has been effective in solving and reversing disease patterns in different setting of patients. This approach will change human body’s view and improve root treatment. 

Biography

Carina Harkin has 20 years of experience in Clinical Practice. She is the world’s first triple degree Graduate in Complementary Medicine having completed 3x4 year level 8 Bachelor of Health Sciences in Naturopathy (Nutrition and Herbal Medicine), Acupuncture and Homeopathy at Australian College of Natural Medicine and is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Public Health at UCC. She has worked as an Acupuncturist in Public Health at Box Hill Hospital, Melbourne Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Unit. Recently, she worked as a Sports Nutritionist and Acupuncturist for The Crocs-an Australian Football League team. 

Abstract

A trial was conducted among patients admitted to the Emergency Department of The Northern Hospital, Epping, Melbourne, Australia to assess the potential of acupuncture to reduce waiting times, reduce pain and satisfy the desire of patients to see complementary medicine within mainstream healthcare. 45 patients were randomly assigned to an acupuncture group (32) and a conventional treatment group (13). Comparison of the physiological parameters following treatment revealed no significant differences between the two groups (table 1). These results demonstrate that acupuncture and conventional treatment are equally effective to reduce pain. However, the acupuncture group received a significantly higher rate of patient satisfaction with the treatment. Author will discuss the methodology, materials used, acupuncture procedures and techniques including what she describes as active puncture points to alleviate acute pain.

Biography

Ian is the founder of The Elmtree Clinic an established and recognised integrative fertility clinic in Galway, Ireland. His powerful and clear vision  is to bring science, medicine, psychology and spirituality together in the service of health and healing.With a particular passion for mental– Emotional health Ian’s unique approach has helped him become a prominent advocatefor his new approach to mental health, sharing his pioneering work with a gentle graciousness, enthusiasm and humility. 

Abstract

Acupuncture stands out as a promising avenue of exploration for anxiety and other mental– emotional disorders. In Traditional Chinese Medicine it is known that if the heart is calm it creates a peaceful space for the mind to reside. Ian will discuss the intrinsic relationship between the souls of the body and their relationship to mental – emotional disorders. He will examine the soul energies of Hun and Po and their effects on the mind along with diagnosis and practical treatments.