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Editor’s Note: This post references AcuGraph 4, which has been succeeded by AcuGraph CS. The clinical concepts discussed remain applicable to current practice. Today’s video tip demonstrates the flexibility of the redesigned Notes function in AcuGraph 4. In it I demonstrate how to add notes before and after an exam, and how to create your own templates right in AcuGraph! Enjoy… Don’t forget… AcuGraph 4 discounts all end in less than 24 hours. The price... Read more
Editor’s Note: This post references AcuGraph 4, which has been succeeded by AcuGraph CS. The clinical concepts discussed remain applicable to current practice. Today’s video tip demonstrates the power of the new Training Mode in AcuGraph 4. In it I demonstrate how the training mode works, and why you may want to use it. Enjoy… Don’t forget… AcuGraph 4 discounts all end in less than 48 hours. The price of both new system purchases and... Read more
Editor’s Note: This post references AcuGraph 4, which has been succeeded by AcuGraph CS. The clinical concepts discussed remain applicable to current practice. As I mentioned yesterday, I will be posting a few how-to videos for using some of the new AcuGraph 4 features. Today’s video tip demonstrates the power of the new printing presets, and shows exactly how and when to use them! Enjoy… Don’t forget… AcuGraph 4 discounts all end on June 15,... Read more
Editor’s Note: This post references AcuGraph 4, which has been succeeded by AcuGraph CS. The clinical concepts discussed remain applicable to current practice. A very sincere thank you to everyone who has responded with such positive comments about AcuGraph 4 both via email and on the blog. My favorite discourse was with Dr. Ralph Wilson… Via email early in the morning he asks this question: Hi, I seem to have successfully downloaded the sofware. I... Read more
Editor’s Note: This post references AcuGraph 4, which has been succeeded by AcuGraph CS. The clinical concepts discussed remain applicable to current practice. Hello Everyone, Just taking a quick break from the rush of AcuGraph 4 upgrades to post a tip. I often get asked about graphing children and infants. People want to know if it’s appropriate to do so, and the answer is YES. I originally was introduced to Ryodoraku acupuncture years ago when... Read more
Editor’s Note: This post references AcuGraph 4, which has been succeeded by AcuGraph CS. The clinical concepts discussed remain applicable to current practice. I’ve got good news on a couple of topics for you today. First, since my last post, I’ve heard from a number of you and the message is clear: When can we see AcuGraph 4? And how much longer must we wait to get our hands on a copy? This brings us... Read more
Here’s another great success story for you to enjoy: Kansas City Chiropractor and Acupuncturist Helps 8 Month Old Girl with Microcephaly and Torticollis Microcephaly is a condition in which the head circumference is significantly smaller than normal and can lead to developmental delays, reduced life expectancy, and lower than normal brain function. Torticollis is a condition in which the muscles of the neck, specifically the SCM or sternocleidomastoid muscle is spasmed and the head is... Read more
Dr. Heinz Kiso recently submitted a great case report involving a 56-year-old patient suffering from Tinnitus. As you know, this condition can be very difficult to treat. But Dr. Kiso, using AcuGraph and laser therapy got excellent and lasting results for this grateful patient. Great work, Dr. Kiso. Click here to download the case report. The most rewarding part of our work on AcuGraph is hearing about the people whose lives are improved by our... Read more
A hearty congratulations to Dr. Zach LaBoube of Clayton, Missouri, who was recently featured on a television news segment on Fox 2 News in St. Louis, Missouri (my old home town). Dr. LaBoube gave a great demonstration and overview of acupuncture, and talked about his use of the AcuGraph system in his practice. Great job, Dr. LaBoube!! To see the video segment, click here. To learn more about Dr. LaBoube’s unique practice, visit https://www.insideoutwellness.net. Read more
Here’s a tip: Don’t graph your patient if their hands have spent the last few minutes in water. Allow me to illustrate. The other day I decided to graph my wife at home. We had just finished cleaning the kitchen and doing dishes, so her hands had been continually wet for about 15 minutes. Take a look at her graph: Note that all... Read more
Hello Again! I’m back, having spent most of last week at the Society for Acupuncture Research 2010 International Conference. All I can say is WOW! This year’s conference title was: Translational Research In Acupuncture: Bridging Science, Practice & Community. I’ll explain more about that title in a minute, but first I need to explain about acupuncture research in general. The way I see it, there are really two questions asked by research studies into acupuncture:... Read more
Editor’s Note: This post references AcuGraph 4, which has been succeeded by AcuGraph CS. The clinical concepts discussed remain applicable to current practice. Dr. Jeff Snodgrass writes to report: This is a Case that we Treated last week using the AcuGraph. The patient presented with Shingles. We treated her every other day for first 3 visits then 3 days later. First Visit Second Visit Third Visit Fourth Visit Congratulations, Dr. Snodgrass on a job well... Read more
AcuGraph is now posting regular updates on facebook and twitter. We will be covering the development of AcuGraph 5 and other projects happening here at Miridia Technology. These networking sites will offer you a great opportunity to network with other AcuGraph practitioners and will allow us all to work together to advance the research and development of modern acupuncture. From time to time we will also be offering special discounts and other special offers through... Read more
We’re pleased to announce Headache: our latest App release for iPhone and iPod touch! The aptly named “Headache” is an acupuncture reference specifically for researching and treating headache pain. Treating? Yes, that’s right. Now you can use your iPhone to research the cause of headache pain according to Chinese Medicine, then go one step further by actually treating the recommended acupuncture points with sound, vibration or pressure. Headache helps you (or your patients) quickly distinguish... Read more
Editor’s Note: This post references AcuGraph 4, which has been succeeded by AcuGraph CS. The clinical concepts discussed remain applicable to current practice. I just received the following letter from Dr. Heinz Kiso, an AcuGraph user from Sweden: Hello Adrian! While working in Thailand, I saw your mail about launching the new AcuGraph 4 in short. Congratulations and I hope it will be successful… I recently came home from Northern Thailand, after working at Chomthong... Read more