Safe Acupuncture Practices in Cancer Care: Guidelines and Precautions

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What you will learn

Acknowledge the vital role of safety in oncology acupuncture, ensuring patient well-being.
Recognize the unique circumstances and specific safety measures required for cancer patients.
Develop confidence in working with cancer patients through enhanced awareness of their conditions and needs.
Master critical precautions necessary when treating cancer patients with acupuncture, including identifying potential complications and contraindications.

Implement best practices in oncology acupuncture to enhance patient care and minimize risks.
Analyze the pharmacokinetics of chemotherapeutic drugs, understanding their half-lives and the implications for treatment timing and safety.
Identify and manage the different phases of chemotherapy cycles, adapting acupuncture treatments accordingly.
Apply comprehensive safety protocols, including handling bodily fluids and providing supportive care during vulnerable periods post-chemotherapy.

Course Overview

In this comprehensive course, Dr. Maimon reviews the unique challenges and essential safety measures required for treating cancer patients with acupuncture. Oncology acupuncture necessitates heightened vigilance due to the complex and vulnerable conditions of cancer patients.

This course covers critical topics including hematological considerations, surgical implications, organ removals, chemotherapy-related issues, and managing weakened immunity. Additionally, it explores the pharmacokinetics of chemotherapeutic drugs, their half-lives, and their impact on treatment timing and safety.

Emphasizing the importance of safe practice, this course equips practitioners with the knowledge to navigate the delicate balance of providing effective acupuncture treatment while ensuring patient safety.

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I understand that the information in this course presented by the Provider and/or Instructor(s) is for educational purposes only and should only be applied with appropriate clinical judgment and used by a trained and licensed
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