Clinical study trip to Guangzhou, China Autumn 2008

Tony Booker led a successful three-week trip for practitioners of acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine which included two weeks’ clinical experience in one of China’s most modern hospitals where participants had the opportunity to treat patients under the watchful eye of senior TCM doctors, and lectures from hospital staff.

We intend to run another in spring 2010

Auricular acupuncture

Date: Thu 20 May 2010

Where: College of Integrated Chinese Medicine - Reading

Time: 10:00 - 17:00

Price: £

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Event description

An introduction to this therapy as a stand alone, or used in combination with body acupuncture, with Diana Griffin at the College of Integrated Chinese Medicine, Reading.

Auricular acupuncture is a complete therapy which on its own can be very effective. When used in conjunction with body acupuncture the effects of both are often enhanced, providing the extra help and support practitioners sometimes need.

Topics for the day

History of auricular acupuncture
Anatomy of the ear
Visual signs and abnormalities
Examination of the ear
Treatment principles for common problems
Point location
Addictions
Equipment and technique
Care of the ear and precautions

Diana Griffin holds an MA in medical anthropology. She qualified as an acupuncturist at the College of Traditional Acupuncture, Leamington Spa in 1988 and also completed the TCM and clinical integration course run by Angie and John in 1992. She combined auricular and body acupuncture in her practice, and taught the subject in the College of Integrated Chinese Medicine until her retirement in 2008.

Course fee

£ Refunds cannot be made unless at least two weeks notice is given.

Parking and rail travel

Parking is available at the Oracle shopping centre nearby. There is no car parking available at the College. We are a short walk from Reading railway station, at 19 Castle Street. Click here for directions and a map.