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Yamamoto
New Scalp Acupuncture, YNSA
By Toshikatsu
Yamamoto, MD, PhD and Helene Yamamoto, SRN
Axel Springer Japan Publishing Inc; 1998
Reviewed By David P. Sniezek, MD
As a physiatrist interested in pain management who has attended numerous
conferences on acupuncture and pain management, I eagerly anticipated
this book. While I felt I had a good working knowledge of most of the
treatment models and principles of acupuncture, I was fascinated to
learn of yet another method, scalp acupuncture. Once the transition
is made the first time into another system of acupuncture such as auricular
therapy or reflexology, then the conceptual basis for this method of
treatment becomes very easy, almost natural. From the preface of this
book, it was apparent that this was a serious, scholarly work with the
intention of showing that scalp acupuncture has a role in mainstream
acupuncture practice.
To fully appreciate Dr Yamamoto's ambitious undertaking, it is necessary
not only to read deeply and carefully, but to have a working familiarity
with Traditional Chinese Medicine and anatomy. The book's preface provides
some historical background about scalp acupuncture and Yamamoto New
Scalp Acupuncture (YNSA), which, according to Dr Yamamoto, is distinct
from the earlier forms of scalp acupuncture treatment.
The book progresses logically from discussion of specific points to
later delving into the presentation of patients treated with YNSA. I
particularly liked the photographic presentation of each point with
a description of its location, and explanation for its use with a list
of indications. The precise illustrations will enable the practitioner
to correctly locate and treat the appropriate points. The section on
case presentations is particularly useful and easy to follow. Finally,
there is an attempt to list some scientific studies; however, the studies
only serve to show that more research is necessary.
Overall, I found this text to be of excellent quality, providing good,
clear, basic information in a pleasant and easy-to-follow format. Altogether,
this is an important, authoritative book that will prove to be a much-consulted
reference for anyone interested in another useful acupuncture paradigm.
REVIEWER
INFORMATION
Dr David P. Sniezek is in solo private practice specializing in Medical
Acupuncture, Pain Management, and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
in Washington, DC.
David P. Sniezek, DC, MD, LAc
2021 K Street, NW #710
Washington, DC 20006
Phone: 202-296-3555 Fax: 202-296-0214 Email: sniezek@aol.com
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