Nanopuncture Stroke Foundations Module

Course overview

This two-day introductory course is the first in a series of courses that, when successfully completed, will lead to a certification in Dr. Shiu's Nanopuncture Stroke System. This first course will cover the creation, research, and evolution of the most used stroke acupuncture system in China, Xing Nao Kai Qiao-- "Awaken the Spirit and Open the Orifices." Over the course of two days, the anatomy of a stroke and its symptoms will be explained, and Chinese medicine research milestones that have been validated by western science will be explored. The original XNKQ points will be fully explained and detailed demonstrations of needle techniques for treating upper and lower extremity spasticity will be performed. Goals and Objectives - Participants will understand how to choose the appropriate points to increase healthier CNS blood flow. - Participants will understand how to perform the original XNKQ method. - Participants will know how to make Western and Eastern assessments of stroke patients. - Participants will know how to approach the upper extremity and lower extremity spasticity sequelae post stroke and develop a care plan to manage the patient in the healing process.