Laser Acupuncture: A personal view

This book provides a comprehensive guide to a Western medical approach to acupuncture, with a focus on use of laser. The author is a medical doctor well-versed in scientific acupuncture combined with a solid grounding in Traditional Chinese Medicine, and in whole person healthcare. He has drawn on his extensive experience with acupuncture over 35 years, and on the wisdom gained from his teachers, colleagues, and most especially from his patients. “The Art of Laser Acupuncture – A Personal View gives an insight into the science of acupuncture as well as a personal perspective. This book is a relaxing read and gives a structured approach to acupuncture treatment, incorporating aspects of traditional Chinese medicine and western medical acupuncture concepts with added pearls of wisdom. Ralph is an experienced medical acupuncturist, mentor, teacher and an expert in ‘all things laser’. It has been an honour to have his teaching and guidance. This book is a treasure!” Dr. Angela Catanzariti, MBBS, FAMAC, Educator and Examiner for the Australian Medical Acupuncture College For the general reader there is a discussion of the development of acupuncture over the last 5,000 years, the mechanisms of acupuncture, the development of lasers, and a model of whole person healthcare. The acupuncturist will gain an insight into Dr. Ballard’s approach to use of laser acupuncture in the treatment of a range of chronic and challenging medical conditions. —- ISBN: 9780648377252 | ISBN10: 0648377253 | ISBN-13: 978-0648377252