Recent research

[Guest guest]

1. Acupuncture Improves Quality of Life Among Breast Cancer Patients

http://www.worldhealth.net/news/acupuncture-improves-quality-life-among-breast-c\

an/

2. Pistachios May Reduce Lung Cancer Risk

http://www.worldhealth.net/news/pistachios-may-reduce-lung-cancer-risk/

3. Pomegranates May Prevent Breast Cancer

http://www.worldhealth.net/news/pomegranates-may-prevent-breast-cancer/

[Guest guest]

1. Tolerability of Red Yeast Rice (2,400 mg Twice Daily) Versus

Pravastatin (20 mg Twice Daily) in Patients With Previous Statin

Intolerance

The American Journal of Cardiology, 01/14/10

Halbert SC et al. – Red yeast rice was tolerated as well as pravastatin

and achieved a comparable reduction of low–density lipoprotein

cholesterol in a population previously intolerant to statins.

 

 

2. Fish Oil for Primary and Secondary Prevention of Coronary Heart

Disease

Current Atherosclerosis Reports, 01/12/10

Roth EM et al. – In the past several years, there is mounting clinical

trial data as well as basic science information supporting the use of

fish oil supplements in both primary and secondary cardiovascular

prevention. In addition, there appear to be additional benefits to the

use of fish oil, including lowering significantly elevated triglyceride

levels, preventing atrial fibrillation, reducing mortality rates in

congestive heart failure patients, and perhaps stabilizing

atherosclerotic plaques. These data have led to specific

recommendations for use of omega–3 fatty acids in several

cardiovascular areas.

[Guest guest]

1. Thyme Oil Calms Inflammatory Response

Cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) is an enzyme involved in prostaglandin

biosynthesis, and plays a key role in the inflammatory response. In

that essential oils, extracted from plants, have been long used for

their aromatherapy, analgesic, and antibacterial properties, Hiroyasu

Inoue, from Nara Women's University (Japan), and colleagues screened a

wide range of commercially available essential oils to assess their

anti-inflammatory properties. They identified six essential oils,

namely -- thyme, clove, rose, eucalyptus, fennel and bergamot – that

reduced the COX-2 expression in cells by at least 25%. Of these, thyme

oil proved the most active, reducing COX-2 levels by almost 75%. Upon

further study, the researchers found that carvacrol, a compound present

in thyme oil, was the primary active anti-inflammatory agent; when they

use pure carvacrol extracts in their tests, COX-2 levels decreased by

over 80%.

Mariko Hotta, Rieko Nakata, Michiko Katsukawa, Kazuyuki Hori, Saori

Takahashi, Hiroyasu Inoue. “Carvacrol, a component of thyme oil,

activates PPAR{alpha} and {gamma} and suppresses COX-2 expression.†J.

Lipid Res., Jan 2010; 51: 132 - 139.

2. Omega-3 May Promote Youthful Biological Age

Telomeres are the endcaps on chromosomes, and the number of times that

telomeres divide during cellular replication has been linked to

cellular aging and death. Ramin Farzaneh-Far, from the University of

California San Francisco (USA), and colleagues studied a group of 608

patients with stable coronary artery disease for a six-year period,

measuring leukocyte telomere length at the study’s start and at the

five-year mark. The team then modeled the association of omega-3 fatty

acids (docosahexaenoic acid [DHA] and eicosapentaenoic acid [EPA]) with

subsequent change in telomere length. The researchers found that those

subjects in the lowest quartile of DHA+EPA experienced the fastest rate

of telomere shortening, whereas those in the highest quartile

experienced the slowest rate of telomere shortening. Further, each

unit increase in DHA/EPA levels was associated with a 32% reduction in

the odds of telomere shortening Speculating that omega-3s may protect

against oxidative stress, or increase the activity of the telomerase

enzyme, which may then decrease telomere shortening by creating more

accurate telomere copies, the researchers conclude that: “ Among this

cohort of patients with coronary artery disease, there was an inverse

relationship between baseline blood levels of marine omega-3 fatty

acids and the rate of telomere shortening over 5 years.â€

Ramin Farzaneh-Far, Jue Lin, Elissa S. Epel, William S. Harris,

Elizabeth H. Blackburn, Mary A. Whooley. “Association of Marine

Omega-3 Fatty Acid Levels With Telomeric Aging in Patients With

Coronary Heart Disease.†JAMA. 2010;303(3):250-257.

[Guest guest]

1. Green Tea May Modify Lung Cancer Risk

Green tea is especially high in polyphenols, a potent type of antioxidant,

and previous studies have shown that drinking green tea may confer

anti-cancer benefits. I-Hsin Lin, from Chung Shan Medical University (Taiwan),

and colleagues completed a study involving 170 participants with lung cancer

and 340 healthy counterparts (control subjects). Obtaining demographic

data, cigarette smoking habits, green tea consumption, dietary intake of

fruits and vegetables, cooking practices and family history of lung cancer via

questionnaires, the team also performed genotyping on insulin-like growth

factors as polymorphisms that have been previously associated with cancer

risk. The researchers found that among smokers and non-smokers, those who did

not drink green tea had a 5.16-fold increased risk of lung cancer, as

compared with those who drank at least one cup of green tea per day. Among

smokers, those who did not drink green tea at all had a 12.71-fold increased

risk of lung cancer, as compared with those who drank at least one cup of

green tea per day.

_http://www.aacr.org/home/public--media/aacr-press-releases.aspx?d=1730_

(http://www.aacr.org/home/public--media/aacr-press-releases.aspx?d=1730)

2. Omega-3 May Promote Youthfulness

Telomeres are the endcaps on chromosomes, and the number of times that

telomeres divide during cellular replication has been linked to cellular aging

and death. Ramin Farzaneh-Far, from the University of California San

Francisco (USA), and colleagues studied a group of 608 patients with stable

coronary artery disease for a six-year period, measuring leukocyte telomere

length at the study’s start and at the five-year mark. The team then modeled

the association of omega-3 fatty acids (docosahexaenoic acid [DHA] and

eicosapentaenoic acid [EPA]) with subsequent change in telomere length. The

researchers found that those subjects in the lowest quartile of DHA+EPA

experienced the fastest rate of telomere shortening, whereas those in the

highest quartile experienced the slowest rate of telomere shortening. Further,

each unit increase in DHA/EPA levels was associated with a 32% reduction in

the odds of telomere shortening Speculating that omega-3s may protect

against oxidative stress, or increase the activity of the telomerase enzyme,

which may then decrease telomere shortening by creating more accurate

telomere copies, the researchers conclude that: “ Among this cohort of

patients

with coronary artery disease, there was an inverse relationship between

baseline blood levels of marine omega-3 fatty acids and the rate of telomere

shortening over 5 years.â€

Ramin Farzaneh-Far, Jue Lin, Elissa S. Epel, William S. Harris, Elizabeth

H. Blackburn, Mary A. Whooley. “Association of Marine Omega-3 Fatty Acid

Levels With Telomeric Aging in Patients With Coronary Heart Disease.†JAMA.

2010;303(3):250-257.

 

 

 

[Guest guest]

1. _Kampo medicines improved blood test and QOL in two vasculitis cases

of Churg–Strauss syndrome and Henoch–Shönlein purpura after inadequate

treatment with conventional therapies_

(http://www.mdlinx.com/readArticle.cfm?art_id=3055590)

International Journal of General Medicine, 02/24/10

Hijikata Y et al. – Kampo medicines helped clear the persistent abnormal

symptoms and laboratory findings of vasculitis syndromes, Churg–Strauss

syndrome and Henoch–Shönlein purpura, which had responded inadequately to

the

conventional therapies administered.

 

 

2. _Systematic Review: Vitamin D and Cardiometabolic Outcomes_

(http://www.mdlinx.com/readArticle.cfm?art_id=3067276)

Annals of Internal Medicine, 03/02/10

 

* Pittas AG et al. – This review found cohort studies in healthy

adults that reported that lower vitamin D status was associated with increased

risk for hypertension and possibly cardiovascular disease. Data on

associations with diabetes were unclear. Trials thus far show no consistent,

statistically significant effect of vitamin D supplementation on blood pressure

or glycemic or cardiovascular outcomes.

 

 

 

 

[Guest guest]

_Ginger (Zingiber officinale) Reduces Muscle Pain Caused by Eccentric

Exercise_ (http://www.mdlinx.com/readArticle.cfm?art_id=3132358)

The Journal of Pain, 04/27/10

Black CD et al. – The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of

11 days of raw (study 1) and heat–treated (study 2) ginger supplementation

on muscle pain. Study 1 and 2 were identical double–blind, placebo

controlled, randomized experiments with 34 and 40 volunteers,

respectively...This

study demonstrates that daily consumption of raw and heat–treated ginger

resulted in moderate–to–large reductions in muscle pain following

exercise–

induced muscle injury. These findings agree with those showing hypoalgesic

effects of ginger in osteoarthritis patients and further demonstrate ginger's

effectiveness as a pain reliever.

 

 

 

[Guest guest]

1. _Dry needle stimulation of myofascial trigger points evokes segmental

anti-nociceptive effects_

(http://www.mdlinx.com/readArticle.cfm?art_id=3136797)

Journal of Rehabilitation Medicine, 05/05/10

Srbely JZ et al. – One intervention of dry needle stimulation to a single

trigger point (sensitive locus) evokes short–term segmental anti–

nociceptive effects. These results suggest that trigger point (sensitive locus)

stimulation may evoke anti–nociceptive effects by modulating segmental

mechanisms, which may be an important consideration in the management of

myofascial

pain.

2. _Development of Postdural Puncture Headache Following Therapeutic

Acupuncture Using a Long Acupuncture Needle_

(http://www.mdlinx.com/readArticle.cfm?art_id=3146823)

Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society, 05/10/10

Jo D–J et al. – Acupuncture appears to be a clinically effective

treatment for acute and chronic pain. A considerable amount of research has

been

conducted to evaluate the role that acupuncture plays in pain suppression;

however, few studies have been conducted to evaluate the side effects of the

acupuncture procedure. This case report describes a suspected postdural

puncture headache following acupuncture for lower back pain. Considering the

high opening pressure, cerebrospinal fluid leakage, and the patient's

history of acupuncture in the lower back area, the authors' diagnosis was

iatrogenic postdural puncture headache. Full relief of the headache was

achieved

after administration of an epidural blood patch.

3. _Honey_ (http://www.mdlinx.com/readArticle.cfm?art_id=3143480)

The Clinical Advisor, 05/06/10

Sego S – The product of some extremely determined and industrious insects,

this golden, sweet, sticky wonder of nature is a staple in many kitchens.

Medically, honey has been used for everything from wound healing to

gingivitis treatment. Medical–grade honeys are filtered, gamma–irradiated,

and

produced under strict conditions. Especially in the area of wound healing,

honey is rapidly becoming a standard ingredient in many commercially

available dressings. Even though the antioxidant capacity of honey is modest,

food–

chemistry researchers examined the effect of long–term honey consumption on

plasma antioxidant content. Finally, honey is known to enhance growth and

acid production of human Bifidobacterium in the gut. There are no known

drug or other interactions associated with honey. Since honey is a direct

product of a number of floral species, anyone with an atopic history

(especially to pollens) should use this product with caution. Also, consumption

of

raw (unpasteurized) honey by infants is not recommended due to their immature

immune systems. For type 2 diabetics and others concerned with refined

sugar intake, substitution with honey is clinically appropriate.

 

 

 

[Guest guest]

Thanks Marty

 

This supports the idea that ALL MDs, DOs, DCs etc attempting to use or

practice acupuncture should be required by state and federal authorities to go

through the EXACT full training that Licensed Acupuncturists must!

 

Richard

 

 

In a message dated 5/12/2010 12:20:16 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,

martyeisen writes:

 

2. _Development of Postdural Puncture Headache Following Therapeutic

Acupuncture Using a Long Acupuncture Needle_

(_http://www.mdlinx.http://www.mdlinhttp://www.http://_

(http://www.mdlinx.com/readArticle.cfm?art_id=3146823) )

Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society, 05/10/10

Jo D–J et al. – Acupuncture appears to be a clinically effective

treatment for acute and chronic pain. A considerable amount of research

has been

conducted to evaluate the role that acupuncture plays in pain suppression;

however, few studies have been conducted to evaluate the side effects of

the

acupuncture procedure. This case report describes a suspected postdural

puncture headache following acupuncture for lower back pain. Considering

the

high opening pressure, cerebrospinal fluid leakage, and the patient's

history of acupuncture in the lower back area, the authors' diagnosis was

iatrogenic postdural puncture headache. Full relief of the headache was

achieved

after administration of an epidural blood patch.

 

 

 

[Guest guest]

Michael

 

Of course there are errors by LAc's and even by MDs in their own specialty.

Not so sure that it's more western anatomy that is needed......at least at

first it should be better taught anatomy at the OM schools.

While at the same time MDs need a LOT MORE education in REAL acupuncture.

Lots not use one argument to ignore the other.

 

Richard A Freiberg OMD DAc AP LAc

 

 

In a message dated 5/12/2010 2:42:53 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,

naturaldoc1 writes:

 

 

Richard,

 

I agree with you but this patient sought treatment at an OM clinic and

this is what they got. We will also hear that LAc's need more western

anatomy.

 

Michael W. Bowser, DC, LAc

 

 

 

[Guest guest]

Michael

 

I also agree with you.....yet ALL professions have their errors.

Apparently nothing....no matter how much education will change that fact.

There will always be some error. One would think that after 3000 hours of

didactic & clinic education.... a practitioner should be responsible enough

not to cause such an error. Yet as posted several weeks ago while sitting

in on a graduating class of 18 in Fort Lauderdale it was really sad to see

that the majority of the class was unable to do a proper intake, diagnosis

and point/herbal treatment formulation. And these individuals all passed

their NCCAOM test and of course graduated with flying colors.

 

Additionally......I am simply saying that this does not alleviate the NEED

for allopaths to study a LOT more to safely use acupuncture.

 

Richard A Freiberg OMD DAc AP LAc

 

 

In a message dated 5/12/2010 3:07:55 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,

naturaldoc1 writes:

 

Richard,

 

I mentioned that I agree with you about the under-education of others but

have already heard the argument that LAc's need more anatomy and in this

case, it took place at an OM clinic probably by a TCM practitioner. The

anatomical studies in most other health-care professions are frequently used to

say that they know how the body is structured and therefore, they should

be able to use acupuncture safely. I am simply saying that this type of

case does not help us defend who or what we are although I know this is quite

rare but it did happen. Apparently, it was long needle acupuncture,

whatever that is defined as.

 

Michael W. Bowser, DC, LAc

 

 

 

[Guest guest]

Thank you Don.

 

A most reasonable question even if it was purportedly an OM clinic.

 

Richard

 

 

In a message dated 5/12/2010 3:30:55 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,

don83407 writes:

 

 

I would be curious to know who actually did the acupuncture. This is not

revealed in the study.

 

 

 

[Guest guest]

Elie

 

Regarding the first article.........MDs and PTs should be allowed to do it

specifically without any training. Who needs training when you can bill and

get reimbursed for it?

 

In the second article.....the truth comes out especially when they want to

BLAME the acupuncture needle and of course the LAc.

 

I don't believe any of those tall-tales. There is a lot of negative

propaganda...just review the BMJ.

Additionally as appropriately questioned..... it takes a hell of a lot of

intention, force and specific direction to puncture the spine.

 

Richard

 

 

 

 

In a message dated 5/12/2010 4:11:09 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,

pokerboy729 writes:

 

 

hmmm interesting.

In the first case it was really effective so it shouldn't be called

acupuncture (even though an acupuncture needle was used). But in fact they did

Dry Needling! Something L.Ac's shouldn't be allowed to do but only MD's and

PT's

 

The second case was a problem so let's call that acupuncture! Since

acupuncture has these issues we should only allow MD's to practice or at least

limit what L.Ac's are allowed to do. Let's work on limiting L.Ac's scope of

practice within the next 5 years.

 

OK, I'll admit I could be over-reacting. But things are moving and I don't

want to just sit by being naive.

Elie

 

 

 

[Guest guest]

Richard,

 

I agree with you but this patient sought treatment at an OM clinic and this is

what they got. We will also hear that LAc's need more western anatomy.

 

Michael W. Bowser, DC, LAc

 

 

 

 

 

Chinese Medicine

acudoc11

Wed, 12 May 2010 12:38:53 -0400

Re: Re: Recent research

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thanks Marty

 

 

 

This supports the idea that ALL MDs, DOs, DCs etc attempting to use or

 

practice acupuncture should be required by state and federal authorities to go

 

through the EXACT full training that Licensed Acupuncturists must!

 

 

 

Richard

 

 

 

 

 

In a message dated 5/12/2010 12:20:16 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,

 

martyeisen writes:

 

 

 

2. _Development of Postdural Puncture Headache Following Therapeutic

 

Acupuncture Using a Long Acupuncture Needle_

 

(_http://www.mdlinx.http://www.mdlinhttp://www.http://_

 

(http://www.mdlinx.com/readArticle.cfm?art_id=3146823) )

 

Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society, 05/10/10

 

Jo D–J et al. – Acupuncture appears to be a clinically effective

 

treatment for acute and chronic pain. A considerable amount of research

 

has been

 

conducted to evaluate the role that acupuncture plays in pain suppression;

 

however, few studies have been conducted to evaluate the side effects of

 

the

 

acupuncture procedure. This case report describes a suspected postdural

 

puncture headache following acupuncture for lower back pain. Considering

 

the

 

high opening pressure, cerebrospinal fluid leakage, and the patient's

 

history of acupuncture in the lower back area, the authors' diagnosis was

 

iatrogenic postdural puncture headache. Full relief of the headache was

 

achieved

 

after administration of an epidural blood patch.

 

 

 

 

[Guest guest]

Richard,

 

I mentioned that I agree with you about the under-education of others but have

already heard the argument that LAc's need more anatomy and in this case, it

took place at an OM clinic probably by a TCM practitioner. The anatomical

studies in most other health-care professions are frequently used to say that

they know how the body is structured and therefore, they should be able to use

acupuncture safely. I am simply saying that this type of case does not help us

defend who or what we are although I know this is quite rare but it did happen.

Apparently, it was long needle acupuncture, whatever that is defined as.

 

Michael W. Bowser, DC, LAc

 

 

 

Chinese Medicine

acudoc11

Wed, 12 May 2010 14:47:01 -0400

Re: Re: Recent research

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Michael

 

 

 

Of course there are errors by LAc's and even by MDs in their own specialty.

 

Not so sure that it's more western anatomy that is needed......at least at

 

first it should be better taught anatomy at the OM schools.

 

While at the same time MDs need a LOT MORE education in REAL acupuncture.

 

Lots not use one argument to ignore the other.

 

 

 

Richard A Freiberg OMD DAc AP LAc

 

 

 

 

 

In a message dated 5/12/2010 2:42:53 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,

 

naturaldoc1 writes:

 

 

 

Richard,

 

 

 

I agree with you but this patient sought treatment at an OM clinic and

 

this is what they got. We will also hear that LAc's need more western

 

anatomy.

 

 

 

Michael W. Bowser, DC, LAc

 

 

 

 

[Guest guest]

Does any one here know how hard it is to pierce the spine to reach the CSF? Has

anyone here ever seen a spinal tap procedure? I have to tell you that the

needles we use are not going to pierce the bone. Perhaps Dr. Sperber, if he is

viewing these discussions, can tell us more about this. But I have seen a lot

of taps and I can tell you, you almost have to be trying to puncture the spine

for this to happen and they use needles with a thickness we would never even

consider using.

 

 

 

I would be curious to know who actually did the acupuncture. This is not

revealed in the study.

 

 

 

Donald J. Snow, Jr., DAOM, MPH, L.Ac.

 

 

 

Chinese Medicine

acudoc11

Wed, 12 May 2010 15:18:20 -0400

Re: Re: Recent research

 

 

 

 

 

Michael

 

I also agree with you.....yet ALL professions have their errors.

Apparently nothing....no matter how much education will change that fact.

There will always be some error. One would think that after 3000 hours of

didactic & clinic education.... a practitioner should be responsible enough

not to cause such an error. Yet as posted several weeks ago while sitting

in on a graduating class of 18 in Fort Lauderdale it was really sad to see

that the majority of the class was unable to do a proper intake, diagnosis

and point/herbal treatment formulation. And these individuals all passed

their NCCAOM test and of course graduated with flying colors.

 

Additionally......I am simply saying that this does not alleviate the NEED

for allopaths to study a LOT more to safely use acupuncture.

 

Richard A Freiberg OMD DAc AP LAc

 

 

In a message dated 5/12/2010 3:07:55 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,

naturaldoc1 writes:

 

Richard,

 

I mentioned that I agree with you about the under-education of others but

have already heard the argument that LAc's need more anatomy and in this

case, it took place at an OM clinic probably by a TCM practitioner. The

anatomical studies in most other health-care professions are frequently used to

say that they know how the body is structured and therefore, they should

be able to use acupuncture safely. I am simply saying that this type of

case does not help us defend who or what we are although I know this is quite

rare but it did happen. Apparently, it was long needle acupuncture,

whatever that is defined as.

 

Michael W. Bowser, DC, LAc

 

 

[Guest guest]

hmmm interesting.

In the first case it was really effective so it shouldn't be called acupuncture

(even though an acupuncture needle was used). But in fact they did Dry Needling!

Something L.Ac's shouldn't be allowed to do but only MD's and PT's

 

The second case was a problem so let's call that acupuncture! Since acupuncture

has these issues we should only allow MD's to practice or at least limit what

L.Ac's are allowed to do. Let's work on limiting L.Ac's scope of practice within

the next 5 years.

 

OK, I'll admit I could be over-reacting. But things are moving and I don't want

to just sit by being naive.

Elie

 

Chinese Medicine , martyeisen wrote:

>

>

> 1. _Dry needle stimulation of myofascial trigger points evokes segmental

> anti-nociceptive effects_

> (http://www.mdlinx.com/readArticle.cfm?art_id=3136797)

> Journal of Rehabilitation Medicine, 05/05/10

> Srbely JZ et al. †" One intervention of dry needle stimulation to a single

> trigger point (sensitive locus) evokes short†" term segmental anti†"

> nociceptive effects. These results suggest that trigger point (sensitive

locus)

> stimulation may evoke anti†" nociceptive effects by modulating segmental

> mechanisms, which may be an important consideration in the management of

myofascial

> pain.

> 2. _Development of Postdural Puncture Headache Following Therapeutic

> Acupuncture Using a Long Acupuncture Needle_

> (http://www.mdlinx.com/readArticle.cfm?art_id=3146823)

> Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society, 05/10/10

> Jo D†" J et al. †" Acupuncture appears to be a clinically effective

> treatment for acute and chronic pain. A considerable amount of research has

been

> conducted to evaluate the role that acupuncture plays in pain suppression;

> however, few studies have been conducted to evaluate the side effects of the

> acupuncture procedure. This case report describes a suspected postdural

> puncture headache following acupuncture for lower back pain. Considering the

> high opening pressure, cerebrospinal fluid leakage, and the patient's

> history of acupuncture in the lower back area, the authors' diagnosis was

> iatrogenic postdural puncture headache. Full relief of the headache was

achieved

> after administration of an epidural blood patch.

> 3. _Honey_ (http://www.mdlinx.com/readArticle.cfm?art_id=3143480)

> The Clinical Advisor, 05/06/10

> Sego S †" The product of some extremely determined and industrious insects,

> this golden, sweet, sticky wonder of nature is a staple in many kitchens.

> Medically, honey has been used for everything from wound healing to

> gingivitis treatment. Medical†" grade honeys are filtered,

gamma†" irradiated, and

> produced under strict conditions. Especially in the area of wound healing,

> honey is rapidly becoming a standard ingredient in many commercially

> available dressings. Even though the antioxidant capacity of honey is modest,

food†"

> chemistry researchers examined the effect of long†" term honey consumption on

> plasma antioxidant content. Finally, honey is known to enhance growth and

> acid production of human Bifidobacterium in the gut. There are no known

> drug or other interactions associated with honey. Since honey is a direct

> product of a number of floral species, anyone with an atopic history

> (especially to pollens) should use this product with caution. Also,

consumption of

> raw (unpasteurized) honey by infants is not recommended due to their immature

> immune systems. For type 2 diabetics and others concerned with refined

> sugar intake, substitution with honey is clinically appropriate.

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Don,

 

It would be good to know this info as well, which is what I have been suggesting

for years that we need to start cataloging who is doing the procedure and their

education. Too often it is reported that we are the ones that make these

errors. I know that we are not the only ones that contribute to this stat.

There appears to be some resistance by the govt agencies and other professions

to allow this level of scrutiny to happen, call it defensive medicine.

 

Michael W. Bowser, DC, LAc

 

 

> Chinese Traditional Medicine

> don83407

> Wed, 12 May 2010 14:30:44 -0500

> RE: Re: Recent research

>

>

> Does any one here know how hard it is to pierce the spine to reach the CSF?

Has anyone here ever seen a spinal tap procedure? I have to tell you that the

needles we use are not going to pierce the bone. Perhaps Dr. Sperber, if he is

viewing these discussions, can tell us more about this. But I have seen a lot

of taps and I can tell you, you almost have to be trying to puncture the spine

for this to happen and they use needles with a thickness we would never even

consider using.

>

>

>

> I would be curious to know who actually did the acupuncture. This is not

revealed in the study.

>

>

>

> Donald J. Snow, Jr., DAOM, MPH, L.Ac.

>

>

>

> Chinese Medicine

> acudoc11

> Wed, 12 May 2010 15:18:20 -0400

> Re: Re: Recent research

>

>

>

>

>

> Michael

>

> I also agree with you.....yet ALL professions have their errors.

> Apparently nothing....no matter how much education will change that fact.

> There will always be some error. One would think that after 3000 hours of

> didactic & clinic education.... a practitioner should be responsible enough

> not to cause such an error. Yet as posted several weeks ago while sitting

> in on a graduating class of 18 in Fort Lauderdale it was really sad to see

> that the majority of the class was unable to do a proper intake, diagnosis

> and point/herbal treatment formulation. And these individuals all passed

> their NCCAOM test and of course graduated with flying colors.

>

> Additionally......I am simply saying that this does not alleviate the NEED

> for allopaths to study a LOT more to safely use acupuncture.

>

> Richard A Freiberg OMD DAc AP LAc

>

>

> In a message dated 5/12/2010 3:07:55 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,

> naturaldoc1 writes:

>

> Richard,

>

> I mentioned that I agree with you about the under-education of others but

> have already heard the argument that LAc's need more anatomy and in this

> case, it took place at an OM clinic probably by a TCM practitioner. The

> anatomical studies in most other health-care professions are frequently used

to

> say that they know how the body is structured and therefore, they should

> be able to use acupuncture safely. I am simply saying that this type of

> case does not help us defend who or what we are although I know this is quite

> rare but it did happen. Apparently, it was long needle acupuncture,

> whatever that is defined as.

>

> Michael W. Bowser, DC, LAc

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