In Chinese, acupuncture points are referred to as “Shu Xue” which means ‘communicating holes’. Shu translates as transporting, distributing or communicating; and Xue means hole, outlet or depression. From a Traditional Chinese and metaphorical perspective, acupoints are like energy bundles on or near the body’s surface. As the name suggests, acupoints are often depressions which …
– and the Role that Acupuncture and Acupressure can Play – There are times when you just know that something is “off” with your horse. These subtle not clearly identifiable problems can affect performance and may be difficult to diagnose. In such cases, integrative therapies such as acupuncture, osteopathy and herbal medicine may be useful. …
In a first step, a visual examination of the horse to be treated is undertaken, which is followed by a detailed anamnesis and inquiry of the owner / handler and further examinations. These include the palpation of the horse’s body, including diagnostic points and areas. Based on these observations and collected information, I prepare a …
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From practice I am currently working with an older Arabian gelding. I was called out primarily to treat his COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). He also has some age-related musculoskeletal problems. He is in light work and the main issue to be addressed primarily from the owner’s point of view was the COPD. Traditional Chinese …
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