Acupuncture can provide constipation relief while maintaining a healthy pregnancy. A combination of San Jiao 6 (Zhi Gou) and Stomach 36 (Zu San Li) is excellent for treating constipation during pregnancy. San Jiao 6 is the shu-stream and fire point of the San Jiao channel. It can regulate the qi of the three jiaos, unblock the qi of the fu organs, descend counterflow fire, open the orifices, activate the collaterals to disperse stagnation, and eliminate distention to stop pain.
NCCAOM Extends Job Task Analysis Survey Deadline
This is a reminder for those of you who have not yet completed the NCCAOM Job Task Analysis Survey. The deadline to complete the survey has been extended to May 5, 2024.
You can still receive up to 12 Professional Development Activity (PDA) credits in the core recertification categories for survey completion. Three (3) PDA credits will be awarded for each completed section of the survey. PDA points for JA Survey completion will be distributed to all participants within four (4) weeks after survey close date of May 5, 2024.
All licensed acupuncturists received an invitation to complete the survey. Just click the survey link in your email invitation and fill out the survey.
Your participation in this effort is invaluable in defining exam content outlines at the entry-to-practice level. The data collected is essential for recognition and advancing the acupuncture and herbal medicine profession with government agencies, employers, and other institutions.
For more information, read the original article on the survey launch here.