Labour/Induction/Post partum Flashcards
1
Q
How should you change your tx after 37 weeks?
A
Start the process of relaxing the
body, opening up the channels and moving qi downwards.
Help the woman to let go.
2
Q
How to nourish qi and blood points?
A
BL17, St36
3
Q
Induction points:
A
BLD31 + 32 in the sacral plexus, affect the uterus and stimulate contractions. Strong needling sensation, EA LI4 increases contractions SP6 helps to dilate cervix angle LV3 moves qi strongly GB21 moves qi downwards Uterus & Endocrine ear point BLD62 L + SI3 R to open the girdle vessel HT7 calms shen, relaxes body
4
Q
How to cool and move blood if necessary post partum (for blood heat and stasis):
A
Sp1, Li11, SP10 & LV3, SP8
5
Q
Empirical point for milk production:
A
SI 1
6
Q
What tonifies heart yin?
A
Ht 5
