1 Giovanni Maciocia, The Foundations of Chinese Medicine, pg36
TEMPORO -MANDIBULAR DYSFUNCTION & ACUPUNCTURE ENERGETICS
by David L Lerner D.D.S., P.C., C.Ac., F.I.N.D.
I.-This paper will briefly introduce the philosophy and language of Chinese medicine and Acupuncture energetics.
II.-Then we will discuss the model of meridian energetics as described by Dr. Mark Seem, and explore other models of acupuncture such as the Japanese style of Kikko Matsumoto. Also to be discussed is the concept of Acupuncture imaging discussed by Dr. Seem.
III.-We will then introduce concepts of Craniomandibular and cranio-sacral functional anatomy and the use of applied kinesiology in the analysis and correction of related energetic and somatic dysfunction.
IV.- Finally we will look at the insights gained from an understanding of acupuncture energetics and the application of acupuncture in the treatment of Temporomandibular disorders