Tips & Tricks
How
to use press pellets
Using bio-magnets in your practice
How to use North and South poles
in magnets
Using adhesive plasters
How Ion Pumping Cords work
Facial acupuncture tips
Storing your wires properly
How to dispose of used needles
TDP Heat Lamp treatment tips
What
is the difference between TENS, Microcurrent and EMS
How to properly sterilize supplies
How to use press
pellets
Commonly used for ear and body points, Accu-Patch and Magrain pellets can be
used anywhere from a few hours to several days. Generally, pellets should be
changed every 2 to 3 days to achieve the maximum effect. Before applying, the
skin should be thoroughly cleaned with alcohol and the tape applied with a good
seal. The patient may be reminded to gently press or stimulate these pellets
occasionally during the day or as otherwise directed. These pellets can be placed
on ear or body points for smoking cessation, weight-loss, and stress relief,
among other conditions.
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Using bio-magnets
in your practice
When using magnetic therapy in your treatments, two things are important to
keep in mind. First is the gauss of the magnet. This is the measure of the magnetic
field strength and varies inversely proportional to the square to the distance
from the magnet. Generally, the gauss measurement at the surface of a magnet
is used in descriptions of the strength of biomagnets. Second is the Depth of
Penetration. The physical mass or size of a magnet also influences the intensity
of magnetic wave energy and depth of field penetration. Generally, the larger
the magnet the deeper the magnetic field will penetrate. For example, the magnetic
field from a small, high strength, 0.2” dia, 2,500 gauss REC magnet will
penetrate 1 to 3 inches into the body, whereas a large 2” x 4” x
1” 1,000 gauss ferrite magnetic block will penetrate 1 to 2 feet or more.
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How to use North
and South poles in magnets
A magnet is defined by its poles. The bionorth (-) pole (sometimes referred
to as medical north) of a magnet will have the same polarity as the Earth’s
geographical north pole. If hung on a string, the bionorth (-) pole of a magnet
will swing to point to the geographic south pole of the Earth (Antarctic). Please
note that this definition is opposite to the one used by the National Bureau
of Standards (NBS). Bionorth (-) is used to sedate or relax, while Biosouth
(+) is used to tonify or energize points.
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Using adhesive plasters
A component of pellets, seeds, magnets and press needles, adhesive plasters
are one of the most versatile products in cutaneous therapy. Plasters should
be changed every 1 to 3 days, or as needed. You should also check these on a
regular basis and remove/replace them if any redness, irritation or discomfort
occurs.
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How Ion Pumping
Cords
work
Ion pumping cords contain proprietary, highly sensitive diodes, which allow
the body’s natural electrical potential energy current to flow in only
one direction – from black (-) to red (+), thus balancing ionic concentrations
and flows. The black (-) clip or probe is generally connected to the area of
excess or negative polarity. No batteries or external power is required.
In addition the only difference between the Ion Cords and the Ion-Pump is that
the pump has the diode in the unit, which allows you to plug in any standard
alligator to deliver the energy flow. The Ion-Pump also gives you the option
to change the direction of the energy flow.
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Facial acupuncture tips
When treating such a sensitive area like the face, a practitioner should use
the thinnest gauges possible. Pioneered by SEIRIN, the worldwide leader in painless
acupuncture, the 02, 01, 1 and 2 gauges are best for facial rejuvenation. Intradermal
needles also work well for following wrinkle lines.
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Storing your wires properly
When storing wires for your electro-therapy device, it’s best to avoid
wrapping them around your hand, tightly coiling them in a circle, or storing
them around your machine. This degrades the quality of the wires, causes premature
aging, and ruins the protective covering. The best way to store your wires is
to hang them on a hook, allowing them to hang straight. You should periodically
check your wires with a clip lead tester to ensure their safe use and patient
comfort.
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How to dispose of
used needles
Needle disposal laws vary from state to state. You can find out the latest information
for your state at http://www.safeneedledisposal.org/resslaws.html.
The easiest solution to guarantee compliance is to purchase a Sharps Bio-Hazard
container, which adhere to all federal regulations. You can find a wide variety
in our Bio-Hazard
Container section.
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TDP Heat Lamp Treatment
tips
To minimize the impact of dry skin after a TDP Heat Lamp treatment, you can
use lotion or cream to moisturize the skin. This should be done after each session
to ensure a comfortable experience. A typical treatment should not exceed 50
to 60 minutes for adults and 30 minutes for children. It is also recommended
to limit TDP treatments to no more than 2 per day.
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What is the difference
between TENS, Microcurrent and EMS
TENS, Microcurrent, and EMS refers to the transmission of small electrical pulses
throught the skin to the underlying peripheral nerves. 1 mA (milliamp) equals
0.001 amp, and 1A (microamp) equals 0.001 mA (milliamp).
TENS or
Transcutaneous Electro-Nerve Stimulation is characterized by higher voltage,
sensory current (ie, 1 to 80 mA milliamps). TENS devices are used for the symptomatic
relief and management of chronic (long-term) intractable pain. Common uses include:
acute and chronic pain, back and cervical muscular and disc syndromes, arthritis,
shoulder syndromes, neuropathies, and many other painful conditions.
MENS or
Microcurrent is characterized by a subsensory current (ie, 100 to 900 A
microamps) that increases ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate) levels to promote healing.
Microamps acts on the body’s naturally occurring very low voltage electrical
impulses to help decrease pain. Common uses include: chronic and acute pain,
swelling, TMJ dysfunctions, post-op care, sports injuries, and arthritis.
EMS (Electro
Muscle Stimulation) or Neuromuscular stimulation is achieved by sending small
electrical impulses through the skin to the underlying motor units (nerves and
muscles) to create an involuntary muscle contraction. EMS devices are used to
relax muscle spasms, prevent/retard disuse atrophy, increase local blood circulation,
and maintain or increase range of motion.
CONTRAINDICATIONS:
Do not use any electro-therapy device for the following: on patients with cardiac
pacemakers of any type, over the carotid sinus area, near or around the eyes,
near or around the heart, transcerebrally, transthoracically, to remove pain
syndromes until etiology has been established, on pregnant women, over or near
a known or suspected malignancy, on patients who have skin diseases, on patients
who have implants of any electrical nature, and on patients with cardiac disease.
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How to properly
sterilize supplies
There are many ways to properly sterilize the acupuncture supplies that you
use in your practice. Click on the link below to view the list of FDA-cleared
sterilants/high level disinfectants, and instructions for use:
http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/DeviceRegulationandGuidance/ReprocessingofSingle-UseDevices/UCM133514
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