[Acupuncture]

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Abstract

In this study we try to explore the concept of the practice of acupuncture, which is one of the oldest Chinese treatments of the various diseases, in a holistic context. The main focus of the research is on the topic of the practical application of Acupuncture and its advantages and disadvantages. The research also analyzes many aspects of the benefits of practicing Acupuncture at home instead of performing it at some dedicated clinic. On the other hand, the demerits of rendering the medical services will also be discussed in an elaborated way. Finally the research report gives the conclusion and gist of the entire report.

Table of Contents

CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION1

1.1 Problem Statement1

1.2 Outline of the Study2

1.3 Research Aims and Objectives3

1.4 Research Question3

1.5 Rationale4

CHAPTER 2: LITERATURE REVIEW5

2.1 Acupuncture5

2.2 Advantages of Practicing Acupuncture at Homes8

2.3 Disadvantages of Practicing Acupuncture at Home12

CHAPTER 3: METHODOLOGY17

3.1 Overview of Qualitative and Quantitative Research Approaches17

3.2 Overview of the Mixed Method Research Approach19

3.3 Sampling and sample size19

3.4 Research Method and Design Appropriateness20

3.5 Benefits and Disadvantages of Mixed Method21

3.6 Informed Consent22

3.7 Confidentiality22

3.8 Validity23

3.9 Reliability24

3.10 Data Analysis25

Qualitative Data Analysis25

3.11 Resources of Research25

CHAPTER 4: DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS27

CHAPTER 5: CONCLUSION29

REFERENCES………………………………………………………………………………….30

Acupuncture

Chapter 1: Introduction

The research report is based on the investigation undertaken to analyze the process and functions of acupuncture. It goes deep into the study to evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of the oldest process of healing being discussed. The proposed study aims to detail the reasons that many acupuncture practitioners, in particular, consider choosing to work from home and it also highlights the reported reasons as to why some of them do not prefer working at home and instead go to their clinics. This study is relevant to acupuncture practitioners when deciding upon a place of work when first setting up in practice, but is also informative to established practitioners who are considering extending or switching the location of their practice.

1.1 Problem Statement

The main problem at hand is to conduct a qualtitative research which is based on the data obtained through face to face interviews. The concepts of acupuncture are discussed in this report in the perspective of its advantages and disadvantages if worked on at home instead of clinic. The entire study is based on the theoretical analysis of the subject of the healing process with respect to its merits and demerits when practiced at home instead of some dedicated clinic. Thus, the main problem being discussed in the report refers to the practice of one of the oldest healing practices which is, though very beneficial, but does not carry popularity among people any ...