Liver Wellness: This is the application of 14 more points making a total of a 20 point protocol to enhance the function of the liver which has ben found to benefit clients with liver disease, Hepatitis B, and C. Liver Wellness points are Sympathetic, Shenmen, Kidney, Pancreas, Liver, Spleen, Lung, Heart, Point Zero, Large Intestine, Small Intestine, Stomach, Mouth, Hunger Point, Endocrine, Forebrain, Occiput, Liver Yang 1, Liver Yang 2, and Hepatitis Point. Acupuncture can be applied according to the symptoms a person is suffering and to clear stagnant liver qi. Symptoms that can be alleviated with Ear Acupuncture in Liver Disease include chronic continuous fatigue, sudden attacks of fatigue, Digestive System problems, Aching Joints, and Depression to name a few. The qualities reflecting the highest nature of the liver are free flow, acceptance and kindness. The liver is also responsible for clear judgement and decisions.
  Contra-indications for ear acupuncture include when the client is totally confused and unable to give consent; if the ear is infected or has eczema or psoriasis (if the back is clear they can be applied from the back). In haemophiliacs, clients on anti-coagulants or heavy steroids, the Sympathetic point should be avoided, and in pregnancy the only ear points that can be used are Shenmen and Kidney. For those suffering from epilepsy, treatment is beneficial however should be built up slowly over a period of time. For those with a fear of needles, or who cannot attend regularly, Magnetic Balls can be placed on the points and kept there for a period of up to a week to enjoy maximum effect.
Acupuncture points can be stimulated by various means: touch, movement, heat, electricity, as well as needling. Health related procedures such as acupressure, shiatsu, reiki, and qi gong therapy work on the same principles as acupuncture even though no needles are used.

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