Bio-electrode Therapy is a non-invasive, non-pharmaceutical treatment method for relieving opioid withdrawal, assisting with relapse prevention and many types of pain.
Duration: (2 CEUs)
Topic: Treating Complex Pain and Opioid Withdrawal with Bio-electrode Therapy
Language:English
Les Moncrieff R. Ac.
Abstract
Bio-electrode Therapy is a non-invasive, non-pharmaceutical treatment method for relieving opioid withdrawal, assisting with relapse prevention and many types of pain. By integrating the Western science of electrophysiology and bioelectricity with the Traditional
Chinese Medicine acupuncture meridian theories, we use copper and silver electrodes
as acupuncture point stimulus. Acupuncture points on the body are known to have higher
electrical conductivity than surrounding skin tissue. The human body functions are dependent on electrical factors. Endogenous DC electric fields are important, fundamental
components of development, regeneration, and wound healing. When electrodes are applied to specific acupuncture points, electrons and silver ions are generated, conducting
a micro-current between the electrodes. No external power source is necessary. Disruptions in the normal ion-charge in the meridians and circulation of blood, manifests as pain
and development of disease. With the judicious application of electrodes, a micro-current
can be directed to target injured or diseased organs and tissues. The permeability of the
cell membranes is affected, resulting in a balancing of positive and negative ions (sodium,
potassium, etc.) and the restoration of intracellular fluid levels, replenishment of electrolyte levels, removal of toxins and re-establishment of homeostasis. Bio-electrode Therapy
is an adjunctive therapeutic solution to assist opioid dependent users in their quest for
recovery from addiction.
Speaker’s Bio:
About the speaker:
- Les Moncrieff has been employed as a health care professional for the British Columbia Health Authorities for the past 35 years. As a Registered Acupuncturist since 2000, his specialty is the treatment of addiction and complex pain. Les integrates a wide variety of CAM therapies such as hypnotherapy, energy psychology and various styles of acupuncture in his clinical practice. Les has developed a treatment method called Bio-Electrode therapy in which copper and silver electrode discs or inks are used as an acupuncture point stimulus method to harness the endogenous electrical properties of the body. No needles or electrical devices are required. Based on his clinical experience combining the science of electrophysiology with Chinese medicine meridian theory, an innovative new therapy is now evolving. For the past several years Les has been using Bio-Electrode therapy effectively for the treatment of drug addiction, primarily for opiate withdrawal and complex pain in Vancouver detox centers, community outpatient clinics and treatment programs. Les was a NADA trainer for several years.
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