Forbidden Foods, Forbidden Points & Women in the History of Obstetrics

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Online Course - Forbidden Foods, Forbidden Points & Women in the History of Obstetrics
  • Introduction to using acupuncture in pregnancy.
  • Safety of acupuncture during pregnancy with reference to clinical studies.
  • Forbidden points - historical references, occurrence in western texts , relevance to today's practice.
  • Acupuncture research - relevant studies in British and American medical journals that can be used to promote safe and effective obstetric acupuncture.
Biography: 

Debra Betts

Debra Betts

With a background in neonatal intensive care nursing Debra entered into the study of Traditional Chinese Medicine in London, graduating in 1989 from the British College of Acupuncture.

Returning to New Zealand she started a private practice promoting acupuncture for women’s health issues, with a focus on teaching support people acupressure techniques that could be used for pain relief in labour.

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