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 practiceNew 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 treatmentCoverage 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 moreExercises throughout the book help readers improve their skill and check their techniqueMore than 150 precise illustrations complement and further clarify the textVideo 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.

This user-friendly manual 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.How to do Shonishin - by one of the leading experts in Japanese PediatricAcupunctureDemonstrates the unique and often changing circumstances involved in the treatment of infants and childrenFocus on the crucial factors of patient comfort and dosage regulation throughout treatmentThe author provides valuable clinical guidance and hands-on advice that can be easily integrated into everyday practiceExercises throughout the book help readers improve their skill and check their techniqueVideos demonstrate how to do Shonishin and show real treatments through Thieme's MediaCenterNewMore than 25 new clinical cases offer useful insights and suggestions for daily practiceNew information to treat headaches and emotional problems; combination with other treatments such as Bach flowers, Chinese herbal medicine, and the Meridian Therapy root treatment

Section I Overview and History1 Introduction2 History and TheorySection II Treatment Principles and Tools of Treatment3 General Considerations in the Treatment of Children4 A Model for Judging the Dosage Needs of Patients5 Assessing Changes, Recognizing and Correcting Problems of Overdose6 Basic Shonishin Treatment ToolsSection III Root Treatment Approaches and Techniques7 The Core Treatment Model8 Home Treatment and Parental Participation9 Pattern-Based Root Treatment: Meridian Therapy Applied to Adults10 Pattern-Based Root Treatment: Meridian Therapy Applied to ChildrenSection IV Symptomatic Treatment Approaches and Techniques11 Needling12 Dermal Needles and Associated Techniques13 Moxa: Okyu (Direct Moxa) and Chinetsukyu (Warm Moxa)14 Kyukaku—Cupping15 Shiraku—Bloodletting (Jing Points and Vascular Spiders)16 Point Location—Location of Extra Points for Symptomatic TreatmentSection V Treatment of Specific Problems/Diseases17 Introduction to the Treatment of Specific Problems/Diseases18 Respiratory Problems19 Skin Disease20 Digestive Problems21 Behavioral, Emotional, or Sleep Problems22 Urinary Disturbances23 Ear and Nose Problems24 Headaches25 Developmental Problems26 Weak Constitution27 Recurrent Infections28 Improving Vitality29 Recommendations for Treatment of Other and Less Commonly Seen Problems30 Combining Treatment MethodsAppendixGlossary of Shonishin TerminologyAdditional Information