Plum blossom hammer

Authors:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer, Prof. Dr. med. Martina Bacharach-Buhles

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Special device for superficial needling in the context of acupuncture. The Plum Blossom Hammer has a flexible handle and a small hammer head. There are 12 small sharp needles embedded in this head. By gently tapping the skin, the flow of Qi and blood is stimulated. Immediately after the application a reddening of the skin, possibly also a superficial bleeding, can be observed.

IndicationThis section has been translated automatically.

Local stimulation of the flow of Qi and blood, in dermatology e.g. for the treatment of alopecia areata The Plum Blossom Hammer is especially popular with children who do not tolerate the normal acupuncture needles well.

ImplementationThis section has been translated automatically.

Slight swinging of the flexible handle, so that the hammer head with its needles hits the area to be treated.

ContraindicationThis section has been translated automatically.

Infected skin areas, open wounds.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Authors: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer Prof. Dr. med. Martina Bacharach-Buhles