Course Overview

Hand Moxa for All is for the neophyte as well as the advanced practitioner. The only prerequisite is that you understand that the complete human body exists by corresponding point principles on each hand. You will learn why you should definitely practice moxibustion on the hands. All of your clients should also learn and practice this. Whether you are a massage therapist, a physiotherapist, an acupuncturist, or any kind of health practitioner, you and your clients will definitely benefit. The primary requirement is that you practice it on yourself before recommending it to others. Watch this recording and learn how.

Course Objectives

• To learn the benefits of hand moxibustion.
• To understand the types of moxibustion available for the hand.
• To understand combining moxibustion, needling, and pellets.
• To understand the contraindications for hand moxibustion.
• To learn 10 moxa treatment protocols for common problems.
• To learn when and how to prescribe home moxibustion between clinic visits.

Course Outline

0 hrs - 15 minWhat is Moxibustion: Conditions for use; Comparison of effects\on hand versus body; Benefits of hand versus body moxibustion.

15 min - 30 minMethods of Hand Moxibustion: Benefits and Disadvantages: Smokeless chimneys; Smokey chimneys, Smokeless sticks; Smokey sticks; Thread moxa. Visual Comparisons of Hand versus Body Moxibustion.

30 min - 45 minExamples from practice: 90 and back on the road; The Wheel Chair Runner; The Breech Baby; Hot Flash Miracle; The Lazarus Development. Combination Treatments: Needle > Moxa > Pellet > Home Trmt. Moxa > Pellet or Stiper > Home Trmt. Moxa > Home Trmt; Hand and Body? Application : Number on each point and frequency.

45 min - 1 hrsTen Common Protocols: Stomach problems, Mens’ Longevity, Womens’ Longevity, Whiplash, Shoulder Pain, Lower Back Pain, Headache, Upper Back Pain, GYN problems, Toothache. Summary