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Podcasts are audio interviews that can be downloaded and played on your computer, MP3 player, iPod or mobile phone. It’s exciting new technology and Acupuncture Network Australasia is proud to be supported by key TCM practitioners and leaders in the field from around the world!

Learn more about Podcasts from the ABC special Report: Podcasts>>>

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Foundations for Integrative Musculoskeletal Medicine, An East-West Approach

Alon Marcus, 2005, Hardcover, 760 pages (originally published in North American Journal of Oriental Medicine, July 2005) - available for NZ$142.95 from: Click here >>NZTCM Books & Supplies

Reviewed by Robert Hayden

On my clinic bookshelf, one of the most-used references for many years has been Alon Marcus’ Musculoskeletal Disorders: Healing Methods from Chinese Medicine, Orthopaedic Medicine, and Osteopathy. I have found it a valuable resource particularly for understanding the biomedical perspective of many of the conditions, which would present on a daily basis in my practice. It is well organized, written in a very straightforward manner and presents a wide range of treatment options both Eastern and Western. It is not without its drawbacks, however, particularly in the illustrations and clarity of some of the material presented.
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1. Understanding Addiction according to Chinese Medicine Theory

2. Higher and Higher: Interview with Jost Sauer
Jost Sauer is an acupuncturist, therapist and a one-time speed addict, smuggler and deserter. Listen to these two interview about drugs in society and their treatment with Chinese Medicine.

What is Hypnotherapy?

Can Hypnosis help your patients give up smoking? How does hypnotherapy work and what should someone expect from a session? Click here to find out about more about Hypnotherapy.

What is Bowen Therapy?
Complementary and Alternative medicine is expanding at a rapid rate. As practitioners of Chinese Medicine, it is important to keep abreast of other modalities. Click here to find out about more about Bowen Therapy.

Acupuncture, Pregnancy and Doulas>>
Becks Armstrong, a Sydney based acupuncturist, is also a qualified Doula. What’s a doula? A doula is a support person during pregnancy…To learn more, click on the link above to listen to the Alternative Health Show…

Acupuncture.Net.Au interviews Sammy Reid from Acupuncture Sans Frontiers >>

In a recent interview, Sammy Reid, an acupuncturist from London talks about her experiences working with Acupuncture Sans Frontiers in Sri Lanka, after the 2004 Tsunami. Acupuncture Sans Frontiers is a non profit organisation of Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioners who reduce the burden of disease in disaster and trauma areas, by offering acupuncture and health care on a voluntary basis.

Acupuncture.Net.Au interviews Mike O’Farrel, the Chief Executive Officer of the British Acupuncture Council >>

Mike O’Farrel, the Chief Executive Officer of the British Acupuncture Council (BAcC) was interviewed recently and asked to share his experiences with the processes involved in regulating and registering Traditional Chinese Medicine. The BacC represents professional acupuncturists who have an extensive training in acupuncture and the biomedical sciences appropriate to the practice of this therapy. The BAcC fills a much-needed void by helping to maintain standards of education, ethics, practice and discipline to ensure the health and safety of the public. It is also committed to promoting research and enhancing the role that traditional acupuncture can play overall health and well-being for the community. For more information www.acupuncture.org.uk

Acupuncture.Net.Au interviews Nick Johnson, the Manager of the Gateway Clinic in London, UK >>

Nick Johnson, Manager, talks about the services offered by the Gateway Clinic. The Gateway Clinic is a Traditional Chinese Medicine and natural health care centre, funded by the National Health Service (NHS) in London, UK. With a GP referral, acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine and ear acupuncture are offered to clients and daily, funded by the public health care system. In this interview, Nick shares his experiences working in a busy public clinic and offers suggestions on how the Gateway clinic model may be established in other countries. The first of its kind, the Gateway clinic provides a foundation for how to integrate Traditional Chinese Medicine with public health care programs.

Acupuncture.Net.Au interviews Mike Inman, a qualified acupuncturist and osteopath in London, UK >>

Mike Inman is a qualified acupuncturist and osteopath based in London, UK. In an interview recorded in December 2005, Mike talks about how he uses the acupuncture energetic theory to support the manual work he does with osteopathy. Mike uses his extensive training in both modalities to complement his treatments and discusses the benefits of multi-modality training to achieve enhanced health outcomes.

What is Chiropractic?
Michael Epstein, a Doctor of Chiropractic talks to The Alternative Health Show about the principles of Chiropractic, how it works and who may benefit from treatment.

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Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine can help across a range of conditions. To find out if Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine could help with a particular condition, we’ve broken the types of illnesses into general categories. To find out about a specific condition, first figure out to which category it would generally belong. Then click ‘Learn more>>’ to discover how Acupuncture or Chinese Herbal medicine can aid or treat your particular problem.

Musculo-Skeletal conditions. Musculo-Skeletal conditions affect the muscles, bones and joints of the body. Complaints of the musculoskeletal system are commonly due to posture, work-related injury, repetitive strain or over use of specific muscles and joints or by trauma such as a sprain, strain or fracture. Traditional Chinese Medicines are effective for the treatment of musculoskeletal complaints. Learn more>>

Digestive conditions. Digestion is the process of converting food into energy for the body to function. The digestive system is made up of organs in the body that break down and absorb food: the mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine and large intestine. Organs that help with digestion but are not part of the digestive system are the tongue, glands in the mouth that make saliva, pancreas, liver, and the gallbladder. Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine are effective in promoting the metabolic functions of digestion. Dietary therapy is also recommended as part of a comprehensive treatment program. Learn more>>

Neurological conditions. Neurological conditions affect the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) or the peripheral nervous system (the rest of the nervous system). Through a series of electrical impulses, the nervous system governs all activity in the body including conscious activity like movement, and unconscious activity like breathing. Acupuncture and Tui Na (Chinese massage) are effective in stimulating the nervous system and restoring balance to the neurological system. Learn more>>

Skin conditions. Skin is the largest organ of your body. Skin disorders can range from minor rashes to psoriasis and eczema and can be caused by a number of things including contact with irritants (such as detergents) or food allergies. TCM views skin disorders as a symptom of another condition such as too much heat in the body. As such, skin disorders are treated holistically, that is, in light of other symptoms and lifestyle factors such as diet. Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine can be very effective in treating the underlying cause of skin conditions to prevent further problems. Learn more>>

Ear Nose & Throat conditions. Ear Nose & Throat disorders generally include problems in the area of the ear, nose and throat including the sinuses. Although these disorders aren’t usually fatal, they still can be quite uncomfortable. A stuffed nose can make breathing difficult. Ear infections can disturb balance and hearing. And throat problems can make it hard to eat, breathe and talk. Before commencing treatment with acupuncture or Chinese Herbal Medicine a comprehensive diagnosis is undertaken to determine the underlying cause and appropriate treatment. Learn more>>

Respiratory conditions. Respiratory disorders are those that effect respiration (breathing) such asthma, pneumonia, tuberculosis, lung cancer, shortness of breath, coughing and others. Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine are effective in treating disorders of the lungs and minimising the symptoms and recurrence of respiratory disorders. Learn more>>

Cardiovascular conditions. Cardiovascular conditions are conditions which effect the heart and blood vessels (arteries, veins, and capillaries). Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine are effective in treating a range of heart and blood conditions including high blood pressure and heart palpitations. Learn more>>

Women’s Health conditions. Women’s Health is a general term used to describe a range of conditions relating to pregnancy, birth control, infertility, gynaecology, menstruation, menopause, sex, nutrition etc. Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine are effective in treating a wide range of women’s health conditions by regulating menstruation, tonifying blood and increasing the supply and circulation of energy. Learn more>>

Urogenital conditions. Urogenital disorders encompasses conditions of the urinary tract and the reproductive system of a male or female. The urinary tract/ system (kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra) is primarily responsible for cleaning, filtering and excreting excess fluid and waste material from the blood. Problems in the urinary system may include conditions such as urinary tract infections, kidney stones, prostate enlargement, kidney failure and bladder control problems. These problems in the urinary system may be caused by aging, illness, trauma or infection. Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine is effective in treating conditions of the urogenital system by strengthening the functions of the bladder and kidneys as well as symptomatic relief of pain or discomfort. Learn more>>

Psychological conditions. Psychological conditions encompass conditions that relate to the mind including behaviour, emotions and thought. It generally describes non-physical conditions, though many psychological conditions have significant influence on physical health and wellbeing. According to TCM theory, psychological conditions can be treated effectively with acupuncture or herbal medicine. Learn more>>

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As TCM continues to grow and become more integrated with mainstream medicine, so too there is a growing body of research to support its application and efficacy.

On our forums, we are privileged to have the membership of TCM Professors, Academics, Senior Clinicians, PhD, Masters and under graduate students. Together, as a community, current literature is reviewed and discussed.

Click here to visit the research critiques forum.

Along with herbal medicine Acupuncture is probably one of the oldest forms of veterinary medicine in the world. Although pets have only recently been treated with acupuncture, in China, horses, cows and pigs have been treated for well over 3000 years. Like acupuncture in people Veterinary Acupuncture has come a long way since the early 1970s.

Click here for vet acupuncture article>>>