4^th Global Acupuncture and Therapists Annual Meeting July 14-16, 2016 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

Biography:

Yoshiaki Omura has received his Oncological Residency training at Cancer Institute of Columbia University & Doctor of Science Degree through research on Pharmaco-Electro-Physiology of Single Cardiac Cells in-vivo and in-vitro from Columbia University. He researched EMF Resonance phenomenon at Graduate Experimental Physics Dept., Columbia University. He published over 270 original research articles, many chapters, and 9 books. He is currently Adjunct Prof. of Family & Community Medicine, NY Medical College; President & Prof. of Int’l College of Acupuncture & Electro-Therapeutics, NY; Editor in Chief, Acupuncture & Electro-Therapeutics Research, Int’l Journal of Integrative Medicine, (indexed by 17 major int’l Indexing Periodicals); Formerly, he was also Adjunct Prof. or Visiting Prof. at Universities in USA, France, Italy, Japan, Korea, China, etc.

Abstract:

Our recent research indicated that in most of the cancers we examined, we often found the following abnormalities. In a majority of the cancers, including breast cancer, ovarian cancer, uterus cancer, as well as various adenocarcinomas, including those of the esophagus, stomach, colon, pancreas, & prostate gland, we found significant Human Papilloma Virus type 16 (HPV-16) infections. In these cancer tissues, we found Vitamin D₃ receptor stimulant, 1α, 25 (OH)₂D₃ is markedly reduced. As a result, by giving optimal dose of Vitamin D₃ 400 I.U. 3 times/day, cancer markers such as Oncogene-C fosAB-2, Integrin α5β1 and 8-OH-dG were significantly reduced. It was supplemented by additional optimal doses of ω3 fish oil (EPA 180mg with DHEA 120mg) and Cilantro tablets. Recently, O-ring test positive ω3 fish oil has become very difficult to obtain. Additionally, widely used Vitamin D₃ 2000~5000 I.U. or higher dose often promotes cancer. Meanwhile, we discovered significant reduction of Taurine in every cancer tissue, and found that optimal dose of Taurine (175 mg) has an equal or even superior anti-cancer effect than optimal dose of Vitamin D₃, as well as the beneficial effect of increasing Acetylcholine and DHEA, which is required for improving memory & brain functioning and myocardial circulation. When we combined the optimal doses of Vitamin D₃ and Taurine, we found the most significant safe, effective anti-cancer effect. This combination excretes a large amount of HPV-16 and Lyme Borrelia Burgdorferi, toxic substances, and metals in the urine. Before using Vitamin D₃, we used specific acupuncture points True ST-36 as well as special stimulation of acupuncture point PC-6 located near the wrist, with the 300 times manual stimulation of True ST-36 via inserted press needle more than 3 times/day. According to our study, there is no acupuncture point at so called traditional ST-36, which is located 1 Cun lateral from the edge of anterior tibial bone, but no acupuncture point exists there. We found True ST-36 press needle stimulation of 300 times both sides, normal Telomere significantly increases, and cancer parameters become practically zero. Circulation of entire body, including heart & brain, improved. This can be done without needles, since True ST-36 exists next to anterior tibial crest and can be stimulated by simple up and down motion with finger pressed next to the anterior tibial bone. 14 years ago, we had one male engineer with very malignant brain tumor anaplastic astrocytoma with frequent convulsions, who had already been operated on 3 times at 2 university hospitals, the last 2 being in California. The tumor was removed by brain surgery, but it always came back rapidly. Neither chemotherapy nor x-ray therapy could stop it. The university hospital told him that they could not stop his tumor, with very poor prognosis. However, press needle stimulations of True ST-36 with ω3 fish oil and cilantro stopped brain tumor growth, and the patient is still doing part-time work 14 years later. Many cancer patients were treated with similar treatments as well as for problems of the brain and heart. In case of intractable pains, as well as memory problems, we discovered that pericardial meridian actually corresponds to and connects to adrenal gland. At PC-6 acupuncture point there is a large amount of DHEA & Acetylcholine. When acupuncture needle is inserted to the PC-6 that is inserted toward direction against flow of the meridian, not only did the entire meridian and opposite side of hand have significantly increased DHEA level, but also neck & brain produced significant improvement in circulation. Although for cancer, True ST-36 is most beneficial, for other problems such as brain and cardiac problems, PC-6 increased both DHEA and Acetylcholine very significantly. As a result, it was also highly beneficial for pain. In case the use of needles is not desirable, we can achieve a similar effect through manual stimulation if the patient is given proper instruction after sterilization of fingers. SP-6 was used when pancreas, kidney & liver are involved.

Biography:

Erik W Baars (MD, MSc Epidemiology, PhD) is a Senior Researcher Healthcare (Louis Bolk Institute) and a Professor of Anthroposophic Medicine (University of Applied Sciences, Leiden, The Netherlands). His research interests include clinical studies, health promotion, holism-reductionism, integrative medicine, concept and methodology development. He published 205 papers, articles, book chapters and monographs and received the “Excellence in Integrative Medicine Research Award” (category ‘clinical research’) provided by the European Society of Integrative Medicine for the article ‘Patients whose GP knows complementary medicine tend to have lower costs and live longer’ in the European Journal of Health Economics (Kooreman & Baars, 2011).

Abstract:

The evidence-based medicine (EBM) development that started in the nineties has challenged both conventional medicine and complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) modalities such as acupuncture, to provide clinical research based evidence of quality of healthcare practice (e.g., safety, efficacy and (cost) effectiveness of interventions for specific indications). Whereas the EBM development started to strengthen the autonomy and self-regulation of the medical profession by means of scientific truth-finding and demonstration of transparence and accountability, it more and more has turned into an external control tool of stakeholders (e.g., insurance companies and policy makers), with an industry and university career driven setting of the research agenda, and an overemphasis on following algorithmic rules in medical decision making. As a result, guidelines for clinical practice are developed that ideally include only evidence-based therapeutic interventions, based on the results of systematic reviews and meta-analyses of preferably high quality evidence. The implication of this development is that is increasingly important for CAM modalities such as acupuncture, to provide high quality evidence on (cost) effects for specific indications. In this presentation at first a review of the evidence on cost-effects of acupuncture for specific indications (e.g., seasonal allergic rhinitis, stroke, whiplash, neck pain) will be given. Then an assessment of the quality of the evidence will be presented. Finally a strategy ‘where to go from here’ will be presented, taken into account at one hand the EBM demands and on the other hand the holistic theoretical background of acupuncture.

Biography:

Lazgeen Mohammed Ahmed, anesthetist and acupunc¬turist, received his Diploma in Acupuncture in Malysia in 2010 and his Diploma in Anesthesiology in Iraq in 1985. He has three certifi cates from the Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Wangjing Hospital, Beijing, China, and certifi cation from the Huaihua Red Cross Hospital, Hunan province, China. From 2003-2007, he managed the TCM center in Bagdad, Iraq; this is the only center in Iraq belonging to the Ministry of Health. He now lives in the Kurdistan area, an independent regional area, and works in the Rapareen Teaching Hospital as a consulting anesthetist. He is currently working to establish a pain center in this area with the help of the general manager of health in Erbil, the capital of Kurdistan. This center will use acupuncture to treat pain.

Abstract:

Chronic backache is a common clinical symptom in Iraq. Most painkilling medications, such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, have undesirable side effects, particularly affecting the stomach. Ketamine is an anesthetic drug that can be used intramuscularly, intravenously, or orally. It has an analgesic effect with no side effects on the stomach if taken orally. This report provides an overview of available clinical data on the use of acupuncture and oral ketamine in the treatment and management of chronic back pain.

Biography:

João Eduardo de Araujo is Physiotherapist, Acupuncture Specialist, Associate Professor at the Department of Biomechanics, Medicine and Rehabilitation of the Ribeirão Preto Medical School. He is the Professor of the Undergraduate and Postgraduate Physical Therapy Program from University of São Paulo, Brazil.

Abstract:

The main acupuncture meridians are divided into yin and yang functions. We showed in previous work that a yin meridian of the upper limb decreased electromyographic activity (RMS) and muscle strength (Kgf) ipsilateral and contralateral to the side of stimulation. In the present work, we tested the upper trapezius (UT) muscle response after stimulation of a yang meridian of the upper limb, the small intestine (SI). Attended of this study 38 healthy volunteers randomized into the following groups: acupuncture in the UT muscle (SI14), acupuncture distant of the UT muscle (SI8), without stimulation (CG) and sham (R3). An acupuncturist certificated by the Brazilian Society of Physical Therapists Acupuncturists performed the needle insertion. We used a sterile and disposable acupuncture needles (0.25 X 40 mm). The duration of stimulation was 20 minutes. Each volunteer received stimulation to the right upper limb. The evaluation occurred before 20 minutes (after) and 10 minutes after withdrawal of the needles. For ID8 and ID14, we observed an increase in the RMS activity on the right side of the UT muscle (ipsilateral) (F3, 37=4.67; p<0.025) at the 20 minutes evaluation. The most vigorous response occurred on the contralateral side (left side) since the effects are maintained for the 10 minutes after the withdrawal (F3, 37=4.52; p<0.025). Both groups showed an increase in the UT muscle strength at the 20 minutes evaluation (F3, 37=3.41; p<0.025). CG and R3 groups do not show any changes. Our data indicate that SI a yang meridian increases the UT muscle response.

Biography:

Objective: This report of one case illustrates the potential effect of acupuncture therapy in addition to Western medicine for regaining postoperative consciousness in patients with traumatic brain injury (TBI).

Clinical features: A 65-year-old man experienced a TBI after being involved in a motor vehicle accident. Hisinitial Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) score was E1V1M2, and brain computerized tomography showed a right sided subdural hemorrhage. He received emergency medical treatment and underwent craniotomy to remove the lacerated portions of brain as well as sub temporal decompression, followed by a decompressive craniectomy the following day to remove an intracerebral hematoma due to late-onset temporo-parietal rebleeding. Twelve days after surgery, the patient remained in poor condition due to serious complications and the GCS was E2VeM4. His family then underwent counseling and he subsequently received acupuncture treatment.

Intervention & Outcome: This patient was treated with acupuncture three times each week, consisting of strong stimulation at GV26 (Shuigou) and the 12 Well points using the half-needling technique. After 3 weeks of consecutive treatment, his GCS score improved to E4VtM6. In addition, he regained consciousness and could tolerate rehabilitation programs.

Conclusions: We believe that an experienced physician may use acupuncture as complementary therapy in patients with TBI who fail to regain consciousness postoperatively.

Abstract:

Today, the U.S. healthcare system is layered with fear-based reality. For example, at the bedside, healthcare providers are fearful that if they make a mistake, they will lose their job; or they may be sued; or may lose their licenses if they make a mistake, and if they speak up, and are the whistle blower on something that is not ethical, they will have repercussions and lose their jobs. That’s one layer. Expanding to the next layer, the administration is operating in fear-based reality: will the insurances pay them for their services? Where will the money come from to keep the doors of the institution open? Lawsuits, credentialing concerns, accreditation visits form JACHO, the state etc (these organizations can close the doors of the institution). So here we have a few layers of fear-based reality. Remember that fear-based reality has an energy and frequency, so when you continue to focus upon this you continue to create more and more of this: fear-based reality. The trouble is that those who operate in this frequency are unconscious or unaware to the fact that this is fear-based. They are so enmeshed in it that they do not realize that it is fear-based until they experience the opposite of this, love-based. What is even more of an issue is that clients go to these institiutions to get well, how is that possible in such a fear-based situation? Imagine something completely different: Heart-centered connections and shifting the paradigm to a love-based reality. A basic human need is nurturance and to feel loved and appreciated. Without it, just like a plant without care, love, watering, and support, it withers and slowly dies. Without the nurturing that each of us desires both unconsciously and well as consciously, we close ourselves off from others, and create a slow death. Establishing heart-centered connections with others and being fully present in the moment with a client, enhances trust and grows love, a higher Heart-centered connection is a lost art in healthcare. This most likely is because of the advancement of electronics in the delivery of modern day healthcare. There is a tendency of focus on the machines instead of really looking at the client, to get the diagnosis. I believe the lost art of examining clients has been trumped by advanced technology and electronics. The human connection is limited and even absent. Learning to connect with others is an ancient art, yet an important one. Learning to connect with yourself is a foundational piece and also a lost art. It starts with us individually. We all are aware of the the whys, where and whats of connection. How about a experiential process to allow you to have an experience of what that connection is about?

Biography:

Yoshiaki Omura has received his Oncological Residency training at Cancer Institute of Columbia University & Doctor of Science Degree through research on Pharmaco-Electro-Physiology of Single Cardiac Cells in-vivo and in-vitro from Columbia University. He researched EMF Resonance phenomenon at Graduate Experimental Physics Dept., Columbia University. He published over 270 original research articles, many chapters, and 9 books. He is currently Adjunct Prof. of Family & Community Medicine, NY Medical College; President & Prof. of Int’l College of Acupuncture & Electro-Therapeutics, NY; Editor in Chief, Acupuncture & Electro-Therapeutics Research, Int’l Journal of Integrative Medicine, (indexed by 17 major int’l Indexing Periodicals); Formerly, he was also Adjunct Prof. or Visiting Prof. at Universities in USA, France, Italy, Japan, Korea, China, etc.

Abstract:

Our recent research indicated that in most of the cancers we examined, we often found the following abnormalities. In a majority of the cancers, including breast cancer, ovarian cancer, uterus cancer, as well as various adenocarcinomas, including those of the esophagus, stomach, colon, pancreas, & prostate gland, we found significant Human Papilloma Virus type 16 (HPV-16) infections. In these cancer tissues, we found Vitamin D₃ receptor stimulant, 1α, 25 (OH)₂D₃ is markedly reduced. As a result, by giving optimal dose of Vitamin D₃ 400 I.U. 3 times/day, cancer markers such as Oncogene-C fosAB-2, Integrin α5β1 and 8-OH-dG were significantly reduced. It was supplemented by additional optimal doses of ω3 fish oil (EPA 180mg with DHEA 120mg) and Cilantro tablets. Recently, O-ring test positive ω3 fish oil has become very difficult to obtain. Additionally, widely used Vitamin D₃ 2000~5000 I.U. or higher dose often promotes cancer. Meanwhile, we discovered significant reduction of Taurine in every cancer tissue, and found that optimal dose of Taurine (175 mg) has an equal or even superior anti-cancer effect than optimal dose of Vitamin D₃, as well as the beneficial effect of increasing Acetylcholine and DHEA, which is required for improving memory & brain functioning and myocardial circulation. When we combined the optimal doses of Vitamin D₃ and Taurine, we found the most significant safe, effective anti-cancer effect. This combination excretes a large amount of HPV-16 and Lyme Borrelia Burgdorferi, toxic substances, and metals in the urine. Before using Vitamin D₃, we used specific acupuncture points True ST-36 as well as special stimulation of acupuncture point PC-6 located near the wrist, with the 300 times manual stimulation of True ST-36 via inserted press needle more than 3 times/day. According to our study, there is no acupuncture point at so called traditional ST-36, which is located 1 Cun lateral from the edge of anterior tibial bone, but no acupuncture point exists there. We found True ST-36 press needle stimulation of 300 times both sides, normal Telomere significantly increases, and cancer parameters become practically zero. Circulation of entire body, including heart & brain, improved. This can be done without needles, since True ST-36 exists next to anterior tibial crest and can be stimulated by simple up and down motion with finger pressed next to the anterior tibial bone. 14 years ago, we had one male engineer with very malignant brain tumor anaplastic astrocytoma with frequent convulsions, who had already been operated on 3 times at 2 university hospitals, the last 2 being in California. The tumor was removed by brain surgery, but it always came back rapidly. Neither chemotherapy nor x-ray therapy could stop it. The university hospital told him that they could not stop his tumor, with very poor prognosis. However, press needle stimulations of True ST-36 with ω3 fish oil and cilantro stopped brain tumor growth, and the patient is still doing part-time work 14 years later. Many cancer patients were treated with similar treatments as well as for problems of the brain and heart. In case of intractable pains, as well as memory problems, we discovered that pericardial meridian actually corresponds to and connects to adrenal gland. At PC-6 acupuncture point there is a large amount of DHEA & Acetylcholine. When acupuncture needle is inserted to the PC-6 that is inserted toward direction against flow of the meridian, not only did the entire meridian and opposite side of hand have significantly increased DHEA level, but also neck & brain produced significant improvement in circulation. Although for cancer, True ST-36 is most beneficial, for other problems such as brain and cardiac problems, PC-6 increased both DHEA and Acetylcholine very significantly. As a result, it was also highly beneficial for pain. In case the use of needles is not desirable, we can achieve a similar effect through manual stimulation if the patient is given proper instruction after sterilization of fingers. SP-6 was used when pancreas, kidney & liver are involved.

Biography:

Shyang Chang has completed his PhD in Electrical Engineering from UCLA in 1984. Since 1985, he has been with the National Tsing Hua University, while right now he is an Emeritus Professor of Electrical Engineering Department and an Adjunct Professor of Center for General Education. He also held a visiting professorship in the Department of Chinese Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Tunku Abdul Rahman, Malaysia in January and February, 2015. He has published more than 70 papers in reputed journals and conferences and has been serving as an Editorial Advisory Board Member of TANG [Humanitas medicine].

Abstract:

Shyang Chang has completed his PhD in Electrical Engineering from UCLA in 1984. Since 1985, he has been with the National Tsing Hua University, while right now he is an Emeritus Professor of Electrical Engineering Department and an Adjunct Professor of Center for General Education. He also held a visiting professorship in the Department of  Chinese Medicine , Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Tunku Abdul Rahman, Malaysia in January and February, 2015. He has published more than 70 papers in reputed journals and conferences and has been serving as an Editorial Advisory Board Member of TANG [Humanitas medicine]. 

Biography:

Yoshiaki Omura has received his Oncological Residency training at Cancer Institute of Columbia University & Doctor of Science Degree through research on Pharmaco-Electro-Physiology of Single Cardiac Cells in-vivo and in-vitro from Columbia University. He researched EMF Resonance phenomenon at Graduate Experimental Physics Dept., Columbia University. He published over 270 original research articles, many chapters, and 9 books. He is currently Adjunct Prof. of Family & Community Medicine, NY Medical College; President & Prof. of Int’l College of Acupuncture & Electro-Therapeutics, NY; Editor in Chief, Acupuncture & Electro-Therapeutics Research, Int’l Journal of Integrative Medicine, (indexed by 17 major int’l Indexing Periodicals); Formerly, he was also Adjunct Prof. or Visiting Prof. at Universities in USA, France, Italy, Japan, Korea, China, etc.

Abstract:

Our recent research indicated that in most of the cancers we examined, we often found the following abnormalities. In a majority of the cancers, including breast cancer, ovarian cancer, uterus cancer, as well as various adenocarcinomas, including those of the esophagus, stomach, colon, pancreas, & prostate gland, we found significant Human Papilloma Virus type 16 (HPV-16) infections. In these cancer tissues, we found Vitamin D₃ receptor stimulant, 1α, 25 (OH)₂D₃ is markedly reduced. As a result, by giving optimal dose of Vitamin D₃ 400 I.U. 3 times/day, cancer markers such as Oncogene-C fosAB-2, Integrin α5β1 and 8-OH-dG were significantly reduced. It was supplemented by additional optimal doses of ω3 fish oil (EPA 180mg with DHEA 120mg) and Cilantro tablets. Recently, O-ring test positive ω3 fish oil has become very difficult to obtain. Additionally, widely used Vitamin D₃ 2000~5000 I.U. or higher dose often promotes cancer. Meanwhile, we discovered significant reduction of Taurine in every cancer tissue, and found that optimal dose of Taurine (175 mg) has an equal or even superior anti-cancer effect than optimal dose of Vitamin D₃, as well as the beneficial effect of increasing Acetylcholine and DHEA, which is required for improving memory & brain functioning and myocardial circulation. When we combined the optimal doses of Vitamin D₃ and Taurine, we found the most significant safe, effective anti-cancer effect. This combination excretes a large amount of HPV-16 and Lyme Borrelia Burgdorferi, toxic substances, and metals in the urine. Before using Vitamin D₃, we used specific acupuncture points True ST-36 as well as special stimulation of acupuncture point PC-6 located near the wrist, with the 300 times manual stimulation of True ST-36 via inserted press needle more than 3 times/day. According to our study, there is no acupuncture point at so called traditional ST-36, which is located 1 Cun lateral from the edge of anterior tibial bone, but no acupuncture point exists there. We found True ST-36 press needle stimulation of 300 times both sides, normal Telomere significantly increases, and cancer parameters become practically zero. Circulation of entire body, including heart & brain, improved. This can be done without needles, since True ST-36 exists next to anterior tibial crest and can be stimulated by simple up and down motion with finger pressed next to the anterior tibial bone. 14 years ago, we had one male engineer with very malignant brain tumor anaplastic astrocytoma with frequent convulsions, who had already been operated on 3 times at 2 university hospitals, the last 2 being in California. The tumor was removed by brain surgery, but it always came back rapidly. Neither chemotherapy nor x-ray therapy could stop it. The university hospital told him that they could not stop his tumor, with very poor prognosis. However, press needle stimulations of True ST-36 with ω3 fish oil and cilantro stopped brain tumor growth, and the patient is still doing part-time work 14 years later. Many cancer patients were treated with similar treatments as well as for problems of the brain and heart. In case of intractable pains, as well as memory problems, we discovered that pericardial meridian actually corresponds to and connects to adrenal gland. At PC-6 acupuncture point there is a large amount of DHEA & Acetylcholine. When acupuncture needle is inserted to the PC-6 that is inserted toward direction against flow of the meridian, not only did the entire meridian and opposite side of hand have significantly increased DHEA level, but also neck & brain produced significant improvement in circulation. Although for cancer, True ST-36 is most beneficial, for other problems such as brain and cardiac problems, PC-6 increased both DHEA and Acetylcholine very significantly. As a result, it was also highly beneficial for pain. In case the use of needles is not desirable, we can achieve a similar effect through manual stimulation if the patient is given proper instruction after sterilization of fingers. SP-6 was used when pancreas, kidney & liver are involved.