ADVANCED / MASTER DIPLOMA IN ACUPUNCTURE AND VARMAM
This Course envisioned along with hands-on training to meet the professional and guiding requirements. In this course, the history of acupuncture and the current research underlying the physiological mechanisms of acupuncture can be learnt. To explore the meridian system as well as 108 varmam points and integrates with the traditional approach. Both the varmam philosophy and the TCM approach will integrate the skills in assessment and diagnosis of disease combining both methodology. Treatment approaches will be studied using cases presented by expert faculty. At the end of this course, the practitioners will be able to locate and provide the rationale for effective acupuncture points for treatment for a variety of conditions.
Syllabus:
This theory and practice of Acupuncture and Varmam course will include the following:
Acupuncture — Introduction to ShuXue – Acupuncture
Acupuncture — Introduction to fourteen Meridians
Acupuncture — Standard Meridians pathways and network
Acupuncture — Outline of Eight extraordinary meridians
Acupuncture — Biological clock and flow of energy
Acupuncture — Locations of acupuncture points
Acupuncture — Pregnancy contraindicated acupuncture points
Acupuncture — Challenging acupuncture points
Basic Theory of TCM — Heritage of TCM
Basic Theory of TCM — Introduction to Yinyang theory
Basic Theory of TCM — Five element theory
Basic Theory of TCM — Qi and its movements
Basic Theory of TCM — Types of Qi and syndromes
Basic Theory of TCM — Blood and JinYe
Basic Theory of TCM — Black box theory
Basic Theory of TCM — Zangfu organs and Qi
TCM Diagnostics — General introduction and inspection
TCM Diagnostics — Inquiry and auscultation
TCM Diagnostics — Tongue and pulse diagnosis
TCM Diagnostics — Eight principle pattern identification
TCM Diagnostics — Qi, blood pattern identification
TCM Diagnostics — Pattern identification of Zangfu organs
TCM Aetiology — Pathology for various diseases
Fundamentals of Varmaniam
Theory of Varmam — Introduction to varmam points
Theory of Varmam — Location of 108 varmam points
Theory of Varmam — Introduction to varmam thadaval
Theory of Varmam — Fundamentals of varmam massage
Theory of Varmam — Special Thadavalmurai of varmam
Diagnostics Skills & Clinical Reasoning
Integrated approaches to pulse diagnosis
Prognosis of Acupuncture treatments
Contraindications, safety and precautions
Emergency acupuncture treatments
Point selection methods for treatments
Scalp and Otopuncture (auriculotherapy)
Distinct Energetic balancing therapy
Assessments and Acupuncture sessions
Standards of Acupuncture and Varmam practice
TCM Protocols for common treatments
Measuring unit for varmam and acupuncture points
Practical demonstration of pulse diagnosis
Practical demonstration of tongue diagnosis
Practical demonstration of locating acupoints
Practical demonstration of locating varmam points
Practical demonstration of acupuncture techniques
Practical demonstration of precise needling techniques
Practical demonstration of cupping methods
Practical demonstration of unique Moxibustion techniques
Practical demonstration of Electro acupuncture
Practical demonstration of Acupressure techniques
Practical demonstration of Varmathadaval methods
Practical demonstration of Varmam stimulation
After completion of this course, the practitioners can:
| Expertise in needling, cupping and Moxibustion |
| Locate acupuncture points precisely. |
| Compare the basic concepts and theories of siddha varmam and Classical Acupuncture. |
| Explain the theories of the mechanisms of action related to acupuncture and varmam. |
| Assess the patient within scope of practice. |
| Locate varmam and acupuncture points using surface anatomy. |
| Apply acupressure and varmam treatment within scope of practice. |
| Monitor treatment for patient reaction to special thadaval murai. |
| Identify risks, complications and precautions for safer practice. |
| Integrate varmam and acupuncture points into treatment of many medical conditions such as facial palsy, paralysis, frozen shoulder, tennis elbow, chronic and acute pain. |
Total study hours: 220 hours (including 35 hrs. of practical)
Students must score 50% or higher on average in order to successfully complete the course. Post
successful completion of training, Certifications are done by BHARAT SEVAK SAMAJ, N.D.A.
Promoted by GOVERNMENT OF INDIA, NEW DELHI.
FEES PAYABLE: Rs. 30, 000.00
along with hands-on training to meet the professional and guiding requirements. In this course, the history of acupuncture and the current research underlying the physiological mechanisms of acupuncture can be learnt. You will explore the meridian system as well as 108 varmam points and how this integrates with the traditional approach. Both the varmam philosophy and the TCM approach will integrate the skills in assessment and diagnosis of disease combining both methodology.
Treatment approaches will be studied using cases presented by expert faculty. At the end of this course, you will be able to locate and provide the rationale for effective acupuncture points for treatment for a variety of conditions.
MODE OF PAYMENT:
An application that meets all registration requirements fully and submitted with all required support documents may be processed in 2 weeks. The fees will be payable through a demand draft, money order, or banker’s cheque. Please note that personal cheques will not be accepted.