Now in an expanded new edition this user-friendly manual remains the foremost instructional
reference for the application of Shonishin or Japanese pediatric acupuncture. The book
addresses the unique and often changing circumstances involved in the treatment of infants and
children. It focuses on the crucial factors of patient comfort and dosage regulation throughout
treatment by gently and painlessly pressing tapping scratching rubbing and stroking the
skin without penetrating it. Stephen Birch the world's leading authority in Japanese
acupuncture and Shonishin provides valuable clinical guidance and hands-on advice that can be
easily integrated into everyday practice. The book begins by presenting the underlying
principles and treatment tools used in Shonishin and then goes on to cover root and
symptomatic approaches and techniques followed by details on how to manage a wide range of
specific problems and diseases. More than 75 case histories from around the world present
various treatment ideas methods and results for the featured condition. Highlights: More than
25 new clinical cases (over 75 cases total) offer useful insights and suggestions for daily
practice New information on using Shonishin to treat headaches and emotional problems
combining Shonishin with other treatments such as Bach flowers and Chinese herbal medicine
and using the techniques of Shonishin and the Meridian Therapy root treatment Coverage of
Shonishin for the management of a broad spectrum of illnesses and diseases including
respiratory and digestive ailments ear infections allergies sleep problems and many more
Exercises throughout the book help readers improve their skill and check their technique More
than 150 precise illustrations complement and further clarify the text Video footage of a
workshop where the author demonstrates how to do Shonishin and shows real treatments bring
concepts to life (accessed through Thieme's Media Center) With Shonishin: Japanese Pediatric
Acupuncture Second Edition professionals and students in acupuncture and pediatricians and
physical therapists who use acupuncture will learn from the master the art of non-inserted
needling to treat children. This volume contains all of the information that practitioners need
to understand Shonishin as a treatment option and refine their technique and to instruct
parents on how to regularly use Shonishin at home thereby increasing the frequency of
treatment.
