Yamamoto New Scalp Acupuncture:Principles And Practice

This book advances the theory and techniques developed by Dr. Toshikatsu Yamamoto to treat patients with
musculoskeletal and neurological pain. It provides a concise overview of Dr. Yamamoto's principles of scalp
acupuncture, with complete descriptions of Basic points, Ypsilon points, as well as new points developed by the author.
Discussion of indications, contraindications, diagnosis, needling techniques and selection, and possible side effects
provide the practitioner with the key information needed to determine the most effective treatment protocols for each
patient.

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An accompanying DVD with instructional videos facilitates comprehension of the palpatory, diagnostic, and therapeutic
techniques in the YNSA system

A laminated chart insert distinguishes YNSA points in color and serves as a convenient tool in the clinical setting

More than 70 figures and algorithms supplement textual descriptions of points and treatments

A chapter on the correlative theoretical principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine and YNSA treatments helps the
practitioner gain a firm understanding of important concepts

An ideal text for beginners, Yamamoto New Scalp Acupuncture places special emphasis on the ease with which newcomers
can integrate YNSA treatments into everyday practice. This book is an essential resource for pain specialists and
practitioners seeking to enhance their patient care.


Table of Contents

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Foreword by Toshikatsu Yamamoto, MD
Preface by Richard A. Feely, DO
1. Introduction to Yamamoto New Scalp Acupuncture (YNSA)
2. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and YNSA Theories
3. Indications, Contraindications, and Side Effects of YNSA
4. YNSA Neck Diagnosis
5. YNSA Basic Points - Anatomical
6. YNSA Ypsilon Points - Meridian Points
7. YNSA Special Points
8. Needling Techniques and Selection
9. YNSA Treatment Protocols
10. YNSA Protocol and Practical Procedures
11. YNSA Treatment
12. Case Reports

APPENDICES
A. Composite YNSA Charts: Basic and Ypsilon Points
B. Musculoskeletal/YNSA Acupuncture Progress Note
C. Resources