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is a form of electro-acupuncture testing used in our clinic. We have found the BioMeridian MSAS technology to be the most specific and comprehensive available to date. Electro-Dermal testing
is a non-invasive energetic evaluation. It was developed in Germany over the last 35 years by
a number of physicians, dentists and scientists, and applies
biophysical techniques to Oriental acupuncture. The original
technique started in 1953 by Dr. Voll was a complex procedure
involving measuring hundreds of acupuncture points. The
Electro-Dermal testing method is the culmination
of much of this research.
The skin resistance on the acupuncture point is measured
by producing a slight potential difference (voltage)
between a tip electrode held against the point and a
large hand electrode held by the patient.
The procedure measures changes in skin resistance
at the acupuncture point in circuit
with the patient. The testing is painless, involving
no needles, shocks, scratches etc., and allows for specific
information regarding the patient's health phase of
disease, and which precede the more advanced visible
tissue changes phase.
The testing procedures involve several stages :
This test (organ scan) shows energetic imbalance in
specific organs and may identify general areas of system stress that may require further investigation. These results are not diagnositic but rather supplement other means
in diagnosis and treatment.
Subseqent testing depends on the major findings of the intial tests, physical examination and history. It may involve a search for more specific toxins, infections, food sensitivities, focal stressors, dental foci or other underlying significant health stressors.
Follow up testing may occur on a regular basis to monitor the progress of the recommended treatment programs and to determine if other deeper problems may be of significance.
Although the Electo-Dermal Testing cannot be used for absolute diagnosis, its value as an indicator of underlying dysfunction is of great benefit.
A Bibliography of Studies and Articles by Associates of the Foundation for East-West Medicine on the Electrodermal Screening Test (EDST)
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