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| Genre/Form: | Electronic books |
|---|---|
| Additional Physical Format: | Print version: Adkins, Paul. Facial Enhancement Acupuncture : Clinical Use and Application. London : Jessica Kingsley Publishers, ©2013 |
| Material Type: | Document, Internet resource |
| Document Type: | Internet Resource, Computer File |
| All Authors / Contributors: |
Paul Adkins; Roger Dutton |
| ISBN: | 9780857011039 0857011030 |
| OCLC Number: | 1045419438 |
| Notes: | 8.2 Attracting New Patients. |
| Description: | 1 online resource (194 pages) |
| Contents: | Facial Enhancement Acupuncture: Clinical Use and Application; Disclaimer; Acknowledgements; Preface; 1. Introduction to Facial Enhancement Acupuncture; 1.1 The Five Elements; 1.1.1 The Wood Element; 1.1.2 The Officials of the Wood Element; 1.1.3 The Wood Element Facial Patient; 1.1.4 The Fire Element; 1.1.5 The Officials of the Fire Element; 1.1.6 The Fire Element Facial Patient; 1.1.7 The Earth Element; 1.1.8 The Officials of the Earth Element; 1.1.9 The Earth Element Facial Patient; 1.1.10 The Metal Element; 1.1.11 The Officials of the Metal Element; 1.1.12 The Metal Element Facial Patient. 1.1.13 The Water Element1.1.14 The Officials of the Water Element; 1.1.15 The Water Element Facial Patient; 1.2 The History of Facial Acupuncture; 1.3 Modern-Day Treatment Comparison; 1.4 The Development of Facial Enhancement Acupuncture; 1.4.1 The Muscles of the Face; 1.4.2 Lines and Wrinkles; 2. Expected Results of Facial Enhancement Acupuncture; 3. Acupuncture Points Used in the Main Protocol; 3.1 The Aggressive Energy Treatment (AE Drain); 3.2 Acupuncture Points on the Feet and Legs; 3.3 Acupuncture Points on the Hands and Arms; 3.4 Acupuncture Points on the Head and Forehead. 3.5 Acupuncture Points around the Eyes3.6 Acupuncture Points on the Jaw; 3.7 Acupuncture Points on the Front of the Face; 3.8 Acupuncture Point on the Chin; 3.9 Acupuncture Points to Treat the Neck; 3.10 Auricular Acupuncture Points for Facial Enhancement Acupuncture; 4. Step-by-Step Guide to the Facial Enhancement Acupuncture Protocol; 4.1 Contraindications; 4.2 Preparation; 4.3 Step-by-Step Guide to Facial Enhancement Acupuncture; 4.3.1 Initial Grounding Treatment; 4.3.2 Needling the Legs and Feet; 4.3.3 Needling the Hands and Arms; 4.3.4 Needling the Head and Forehead. 4.3.5 Needling the Ears4.3.6 Needling the Eyebrow Area; 4.3.7 Needling the Jaw; 4.3.8 Needling the Front of the Face; 4.3.9 Needling the Chin; 4.3.10 Treating the Neck; 4.3.11 Treating Wrinkles; 4.3.12 Applying Serums and Creams; 4.4 Facial Enhancement Acupressure Massage; 4.4.1 Massage Stage 1; 4.4.2 Massage Stage 2; 4.4.3 Massage Stage 3; 4.4.4 Massage Stage 4; 4.4.5 Massage Stage 5; 4.4.6 Massage Stage 6; 4.5 Finishing the Treatment; 5. Advanced Facial Enhancement Techniques; 5.1 Jade Gua Sha; 5.1.1 About Gua Sha; 5.1.2 The Gua Sha Facial Massage; 5.2 Jade Rollers; 5.2.1 About Jade Rollers. 5.2.2 Step-by-Step Jade Roller Facial Massage5.3 Dermal Rollers; 5.3.1 About Dermal Rollers; 5.3.2 How Skin Needling Works; 6. Treating Specific Facial Issues; 6.1 The Acupuncture Meridians and their Role in Facial Enhancement Acupuncture; 6.2 Sagging Facial Muscles; 6.3 Eye Bags and Dark Circles; 6.4 Age Spots and Skin Discolouration; 6.5 Acne; 6.6 Eczema; 6.7 Rosacea; 7. Facial Enhancement Acupuncture Case Studies; 7.1 Case Study 1: Jane, Aged 58; 7.2 Case Study 2: Petra, Aged 35; 7.3 Sample Case Studies; 8. Marketing Facial Enhancement Acupuncture; 8.1 Marketing to Existing Patients. |
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Based on Five Elements theory, this practical, fully illustrated guide to performing facial enhancement acupuncture... shows in detail the acupuncture points, techniques and equipment used in this procedure... The book is the perfect introduction for acupuncturists and acupuncture students who want to learn how to incorporate this alternative to surgical procedures into their practice. -- Universal Magazine My passion for Five Element Acupuncture grows increasingly as I see the transformation it gives and can achieve within people of all ages. Facial Enhancement Acupuncture is a wonderful experience not only physically, aiding relaxation, but also spiritually and emotionally, helping to lead a person onto the next level of their changing life journey. -- Dean Simpole Clarke, Five Element Acupuncturist and Food Writer Paul Adkins' latest excellent offering has provided a practical, clear and welcome addition to the field of Facial Enhancement Acupuncture.Novices and experienced practitioners alike will find it useful and easy to use - a clinical gem. -- Celia Tudor-Evans, Ac.M., M.B.Ac.C., F.A.M.I., Acupuncture Consultant and Educator Read more...
