3 of these patients were diagnosed as Liver yang deficiency syndrome, that is where the Ying and Yang aspects of the liver meridian and organ are exhausted.

In this scenario the patient feels overwhelmed and they have great difficulty in dealing with many of the day-to-day details that they might normally taken in stride.

In addition in many cases they have a poor appetite, cannot think straight and although they are absolutely exhausted, many of these patients have great difficulty in relaxing and in some situations  suffer from various degrees of insomnia.

In the past week on3 separate occasions patients have returned after the previous treatment complaining of overwhelming fatigue and exhaustion immediately  after treatment.

I’m sure you’ll agree that this is not an ideal scenario, my clinical ideal being that patients feel relaxed and invigorated after each treatment.

One of the patients is a medical practitioner with a very delicate constitution, without going into great detail she has been diagnosed amongst other things with multiple sclerosis.

Another has been in constant pain after complicated surgery on her lower back and in the instance of patient has an ongoing history clearly demonstrating blood deficient.

In all instances these patients are relatively new clients, undergoing Japanese acupuncture treatment for a month or less.

The anomaly in each of these situations is that the patients had experienced significant beneficial results from previous treatments and it is a unique experience for me that three patients should feel exhausted immediately after treatment in the space of one week.

In each instance I re diagnosed the patient to confirm that my original diagnosis was still correct.

After an exhaustive examination I was satisfied that my diagnosis of liver yang deficiency was correct, this could only mean one thing, I had over zealously treated all of them.

The root treatment for each of these individuals was the same, Kidney 3, Liver 3 and Gall Bladder 40, in one instance with the addition of Spleen 1.

The back shu points were very similar in all instances and rice grain moxibustion was applied to the point Governing vessel through.

What this meant to me was that in my endeavor to assist them I had fallen into the trap of more is better.

In the case of liver yang deficiency syndrome this is most definitely not what we or the patient want!

So I bit the bullet and utilized the same treatment in all cases, however in each instance I shortened the treatment time by at least 10 minutes meaning that each of the patients lay prone with the back shu points in position for no more than 15 minutes and I increased my awareness of depth of needling, focusing on more intention and less depth.

Whilst chastened by the fact that all three patients had responded so poorly to my previous treatments I was determined to rectify the situation immediately.

It is with relief that I can report that in all three cases the patients felt significant improvement in their energetic well-being, mental acuity and emotional outlook immediately after treatment.

Phew, the trials and tribulations of refining my skill and awareness in the practice of Traditional Japanese acupuncture remain constant and challenging and it is with a sense of gratitude to Masakazu Ikeda sensei that I write this report.

His guidance through many workshops and visits to Japan has helped me immeasurably to deal with situations such as the one I’ve just outlined.

His ability to recognize when the patients require the most gentle of touches in addition to his highly refined clinical skills have set the bar very high indeed.

Had I not had the privilege of witnessing and in some instances experiencing the benefit of his acupuncture intelligence, I have no doubt at all that all of the patients mentioned would be languishing in the squalor of overwhelming lethargy and fatigue at a time when the demands on each and every one of us are so great.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your interest and commitment in refining and developing your critical acumen and skills in the practice of Traditional Acupuncture.

I wish you and yours a peaceful, joyous Christmas and great prosperity for the New Year.

Kind Regards,

Alan

A few images of me pursuing a recreational past time that puts a smile on my face follows.

Alan Jansson is an internationally recognized teacher and practitioner of Traditional Japanese Acupuncture.  For well over a decade, independent of and in conjunction with Masakazu Ikeda sensei and Edward Obaidey, Alan has presented, convened and hosted more than 40 Traditional Japanese Acupuncture workshops in Australia, New Zealand and USA. Driven by a strong desire to promote the consumer friendly nature, clinical efficacy and potency of Meridian Based Traditional Japanese Acupuncture, Alan is a staunch advocate of practically based workshops and draws upon his 25 years clinical experience and 14 years post and undergraduate teaching in a concerted effort to lift the bar globally in the clinical application of this most amazing medical art.

Join him in Exploring the Art of Acupuncture in the 21st century at : http://www.Worldacupuncture.com

Today’s Japanese Acupuncture post is primarily pictorial.

Images of infant patients, new born prodigy of existing patients, dolphins at play, the beach and the ocean were all captured in the last week.

I hope you enjoy viewing them as much as I enjoyed taking them.

Wishing you prosperity and peace,

Alan

6 day old Laird resting easy whilst mum has a Japanese Acupuncture treatment

Japanese Acupuncture for dad and bub, mum and bub's twin sister also enjoyed treatment for the flu.

We were lucky enough to be given permission to film the Japanese Acupuncture treatment of both of these delightful infants.

The full video of treatment will soon be added to our growing audio-visual library at http://www.worldacupuncture.com

Fishing, the human version

Fishing, the mammal version

Water Qi/Ki as the ocean meets the land

Lot's of Qi/Ki in this image

The first of a lush sequence of a surfing dolphin

Whoa, dolphin hitching a ride on a very nice lil wave

Dolphin, maximum projection n full speed ahead

Alan Jansson is an internationally recognized teacher and practitioner of Traditional Japanese Acupuncture.  For well over a decade, independent of and in conjunction with Masakazu Ikeda sensei and Edward Obaidey, Alan has presented, convened and hosted more than 40 Traditional Japanese Acupuncture workshops in Australia, New Zealand and USA. Driven by a strong desire to promote the consumer friendly nature, clinical efficacy and potency of Meridian Based Traditional Japanese Acupuncture, Alan is a staunch advocate of practically based workshops and draws upon his 25 years clinical experience and 14 years post and undergraduate teaching in a concerted effort to lift the bar globally in the clinical application of this most amazing medical art.

Join him in Exploring the Art of Acupuncture in the 21st century at  http://www.Worldacupuncture.com

As was the case last Sunday, the ocean  was producing some  magic and the hordes descended on my lil beachside village.

Just a Few of Todays Crew

The Boys on Hand Just In Case

More Crew

A Few More Frothing Souls

Just A Few Lookin To Get Aboard

Resulting In Madness and Mayhem

Game, Paddle, Set

One Way To Avoid Heavy Traffic

And Yet More Crew

YES, that is a FIN !

Fortunately the fins belonged to friendly natives

Uh Oh!

Gotcha !

One Barrel Comin Up

Another

Smokin Parallel Lines

Good Trick If You can Do It

Yeeeewwwwwwwwww

Clinic has been busy and there seems to be a much more optimistic air about the place.

David, Adam,Andrew and Efrat,  day one clinic 2009.

The last three months of 2008 saw very little rideable surf and constant onshore winds battering the northern New South Wales and southern Queensland coastlines.

At Rainbow Bay in 2009 we have had almost 2 weeks of excellent waves and weather off the top shelf, beautiful clear days and offshore winds.

Here are just a few images, there were much larger waves but I was too busy working,  surfing or recreating too capture any images. These images were taken at Greenmount, Gold Coast, Australia late  in the evening.

Looking from Greenmount north to Surfers Paradise

A helmet can come in handy, especially when it gets crowded and random acts of madness occur.

Surfers going every which way

Stokin the fires, an eloquent statement fo sho.

Laid back on lil one.

A nice set of waves n a seagull enjoying the view.

Waiting, just a few of the crew.

Same crew, waiting is over.

Snapper Rocks and Rainbow Bay

Looked up on the way home

I trust that you too have been able to thoroughly enjoy the lush beginnings of a new year and this e-mail finds you relaxed and rejuvenated, ready for the challenges that lie ahead.

Many patients have asked me whether I treat myself, the answer in a nutshell is yes, however the range of treatments I can perform on myself are somewhat limited by the length of my arms and my subsequent inability to reach some of the vital points on the back.

Due to many hours of paddling in the surf my right shoulder, damaged in a nasty motor vehicle accident 18 months ago, started playing up, pain and weakness being the main symptoms.

On Sunday night whilst cricketer David Warner was smashing a majestic 89 off a test series winning South African pace bowling attack I kicked back on my lounge suite and proceeded to poke and prod my shoulder, upper arm and forearm to locate the specific points of blockage.

I inserted needles in the appropriate places and contented with the entertainment provided so kindly by David Warner gently stimulated said needles.

Without question, as a result of my self treatment I was in much better shape for my early morning surf on Monday and excellent surf it was.

I don’t often treat myself but the ability to do so has aided and abetted my health and well-being on a number of occasions.

Like most of us I tend to hold back on looking after myself, however the positive outcome that I experienced as a result of my self treatment has inspired me to be more consistent in this department in 2009.

This year I will be preparing a series of videos explaining some of the intricacies of Traditional Acupuncture for the consumer, these videos will be available to members of http://www.worldacupuncture.com and I will be doing my best to make them suitable for circulation to your patients.
I trust that these videos will help to answer many of the questions that I and no doubt you, have been asked about how acupuncture works.

Kind Regards,
Alan

PS.
I am leaving for New Zealand tomorrow afternoon Sat. 17th Jan. and returning on Tuesday, February 3rd. There will be no posts from me until then as I will be computer free n easy

It seems like yesterday that I was last in the land of the long white cloud, however in reality it has been two years since I last visited this scenic wonderland.

I look forward to my 26th year in practice with relish and I thank you for reading this post.

Alan Jansson is an internationally recognized teacher and practitioner
of Traditional Japanese Acupuncture.  For well over a decade,
independent of and in conjunction with Masakazu Ikeda sensei and
Edward Obaidey, Alan has presented, convened and hosted in the
vicinity of 30 Traditional Japanese Acupuncture workshops in
Australia, New Zealand and USA. Driven by a strong desire to promote
the consumer friendly nature, clinical efficacy and potency of
Meridian Based Traditional Japanese Acupuncture, Alan is a staunch
advocate of practically based workshops and draws upon his 25 years
clinical experience and 14 years post and undergraduate teaching in a
concerted effort to lift the bar globally in the clinical application
of this most amazing medical art.

Join him in Exploring the Art of Acupuncture in the 21st century at

http://www.WorldAcupunctureblog.com

For more info, please visit: http://www.WorldAcupuncture.com

Thank you for your patience, back online and ready to roll out more clinically orientated posts about Traditional Japanese Acupuncture.

More soon,

Alan

Greetings and welcome to my last post from my journey to the USA 2008.

I had the good fortune to stay with Mike and Judy high on the hill behind Zuma Beach, Malibu. It just so happened that this pair of Kiwi’s ( New Zealanders ) were having a party on this important day on the American calender and I was able to join in the festivities…..what a way to finish my visit!

I am blown away each and every time I visit the States by the incredible hospitality and camaraderie I experience, truly a very special privilege for which I remain extremely grateful.

A huge thank you to each and every one of my hosts, Andy and Gina in New Jersey/New York, Jamie and Sunshine on the Jersey Shore, Adam and Nina in San Diego, the Rubio’s in Agoura Hills, Mike n Judy in Malibu, to all those who made the effort and took the time to participate in the workshops, Pat on the Jersey shore who plied me with prodigious quantities of Chinese Beer followed the next day by a consummate chiropractic treatment, and Matty n Kirsten for showing me a good time at the San Diego State Fair and blooding me with Frisbee on the beach.

No wonder I want to go back next year!

Thanks heaps guys for a unforgettable journey through the USA in 2008, to each and every one of you I extend an invitation to come on downunda , I would love the opportunity to reciprocate.

Have a gud 1,

Alan

The Pad, Zuma Beach.

2 Johny’s and a Mike chillin, Malibu Style.

Sunset, Zuma Beach.

Friday 4th July…lookin for surf.

Friday 4th July….lookin for ?

Headed North Towards Ventura County Line.

Good Enough ?

Not Sure ?

Still Thinkin…

Boards are on the racks……

Small but clean as…sets were bigger.

1 1/2 hrs later and I am Rigid with Cold!!!

Da Kiwi Connection.

More Law.

4th July Supplies.

Only in America.

Hav a gud 1 Mate.

Nothing Like a Bit of Advertising on the 4th July.

Mine self Pontificating Upon It All, Starbucks in Hand.

Judy, preparing the Goodies for the Party.

Look in the sky…it’s a bird…it’s a plane or five.

Flying Kite Surfer.

Meanwhile in the garden.

Yeeeew !!!!!

Fireworks On The Horizon.

Out The Back Door.

Last Sunset, Last Post, Last Minute in Malibu.

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Ray took the day off clinic on the Wednesday and we visited the private beaches of Point Dume, some 12 miles away in Malibu.

Such an amazingly aesthetic spot, combined with the Rubio’s incredible hospitality I had a rejuvenating couple of days recovering from the adventures of New York, New Jersey and San Diego. Many thanks to Ray and Tatania for their ongoing friendship and hospitality.

Hope your holiday in BC. was as awesome as it was deserved.

Kind Regards,

Alan

Headed out of Town, Agoura Hills.

Speed Limit 50 mph. and don’t they mean it!

There were 3 of these in a 10 mile stretch of road.

On the other side lies the Pacific Ocean and Fabled Malibu.

Incredible Stonemasonary, a Hole in the Mountain Made When Tunnels were a bit Special.

Thar She Blows!

Emergency Lane Available ?

No Obstacle for Ray.

Abra……Da Acupuncture ?

Beach Front, Point Dume Style.

Mmmmmmmmmmm!

Malibu, USA.

Take A Walk On The Wild Side.

G’Day

If Dogs Run Free Why Can’t We ? Bob Dylan, Sometime Resident of Point Dume.

Pristine ?

2 For the Price of One.

A Rock .

Stairway To Heaven or Highway to Hell ?

Heading North.

Heading South.

Magic Day in A Magic Place.

What Can You Say ?

Meanwhile, Back in Them Thar Hills…..

X Marks The Spot.

The Law Makes Their Presence Felt Yet Again.

Ever Get That Feeling ?

Maybe Next Time ?

Maybe Not ?

The chronicles of my journey to USA are drawing to a close. I have posted a few images of the waves, mineself and erstwhile surf guides, lenders of surfboards and wetsuits, Eric and Andrea.

I remain grateful for their generosity and hospitality, thanks heaps guys for providing me with an aquatic insight into San Diego. Hope you have had awesome surf in the interim period.

Hope all is well in your world,

Alan

My Lift arriving at 6.30am, complimentary coffee included.

The long and the short of it, wax on Eric !

Cardiff Reef Monday June 30th 2008.

Very average waves, above average fun !

Post session with borrowed board and wetsuit.

My board is bigger than your board !

Wot up bro ? Many thanks for the surf, Eric and Andrea.

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The Japanese Acupuncture Workshop in San Diego was heaps of fun.

A great crew of participants kept me on my toes for sure.

2 of the participants had attended the 2002 workshop and there was a distinctly familiar feel to the whole process, heightened by the fact that we were using the same venue as 6 years ago.

Many thanks to the crew, I had a wonderful weekend and I trust that the same can be said for them.

Hope all is well in your world,

Alan

Saturday Lunchtime Visitor

He had the Fish, we had ‘Hyatt’ burgers.

Sunday lunch and the view from World Famous Cafe, Pacific Beach, San Diego

Pre-lunch drinks and European Cup Final, Spain V Germany on the Tube.

Kirsten and Adam getting Bloody Mary’d.

Andrea and Adam Agree, the Celery was Nutritious n Delicious.

Jennifer consoles Byron as Germany goes down 1 Zip.

Kirsten Kule.

World Famous View.

Another World famous View.

Heading back to the Workshop after a World Famous Lunch.

A Lush Environment.

The Crew.

Lori, ‘The Tree Whisperer’, predicted the collapse of this tree to the minute.

The vehicle parked under the tree was moved and moments later this massive limb crashed to the ground!