Acupressure and Acupuncture during Birth: An Integrative Guide for Acupuncturists and Birth Professionals

This book provides acupuncturists and birth professionals with information on how yin/yang and other principles of Chinese medicine can improve birth experiences and outcomes. It offers nonpharmacologic treatment approaches for common labor disorders, as well as postpartum and post-C-section care, and includes an overview of Chinese medicine for women's health. Techniques described include acupressure, Tui Na, needling, auricular acupressure, and electrostimulation.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 352 pages
\n Publication date: 19 December 2019
\n Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
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This comprehensive book offers valuable insights for acupuncturists and birth professionals, shedding light on how the principles of yin/yang and other Chinese medical modalities can enhance birth experiences and outcomes. By leveraging the power of acupuncture and Chinese medicine, practitioners can effectively navigate and support the physical and emotional journey of birth, offering nonpharmacologic treatment approaches for various common disorders that may arise during labor. These include malposition, asynclitism, slow cervical dilatation, and inadequate contractions, as well as postpartum and post C-section care.

The book is designed to be accessible and engaging, providing a comprehensive overview of Chinese medicine for women's health. It delves into the intricacies of what transpires before, during, and after birth, offering a biomedical and Chinese medical perspective. Additionally, it offers a valuable toolkit of treatment strategies for birth work, encompassing techniques such as acupressure, Tui Na (Chinese medical bodywork), needling, auricular acupressure, and electrostimulation.

By incorporating these techniques into their practice, acupuncturists and birth professionals can cultivate a holistic approach to childbirth, promoting optimal health and well-being for both mothers and babies. The book serves as a valuable resource for practitioners seeking to expand their knowledge and expertise in this field, offering practical guidance and evidence-based approaches to enhance birth outcomes and improve the overall quality of care for pregnant individuals and their families.

\n Weight: 504g\n
Dimension: 153 x 229 x 17 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781848193581\n \n