Kiiko Matsumoto Style Acupuncture – Advanced Gynecology – October 26th & 27th 2019

October 26th 8:30AM-5:30PM &  October 27th 8:30AM-3:30PM

This seminar presents the theory, treatment strategies and clinical techniques used to treat gynecological patterns in Kiiko Matsumoto Style Acupuncture; using palpation, pulse and medical history to assess a patient’s constitution and identify treatment strategies. Gynecological conditions such as menstrual irregularities, ovarian cysts, endometriosis, endocrine disorders and others will be discussed, along with reflexes including the Tan Tian, kidney, adrenals, liver, spleen, uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes, pituitary, Ren Mai and others. Class size is limited to 30 participants. Assistant teachers for individualized instruction, lectures, demonstrations, hands-on practice and live treatments will provide an optimal learning experience.

Students will learn how to:

1. Properly identify and palpate related reflexes.
2. Understand how to use palpation skills and the patient’s medical history to choose effective treatments.
3. Learn specific needling techniques used in Kiiko Matsumoto Style acupuncture to maximize the efficacy of a treatment.
4. Combine the patient’s medical history with information gathered from palpation to treat the root cause of their symptoms
   and therefore achieve longer lasting clinical results.
5. Safely and effectively use moxa, magnets and press tack needles to improve overall outcome of treatment.

Handouts will be provided for class material. Quick reference guides for material covered will be provided to facilitate clinical application.