Overview

This two-day seminar is designed for Chinese medicine practitioners who wish to expand their clinical understanding and skills in working with vulvodynia, chronic vulvar pain, unexplained vaginal pain, and dyspareunia (pain during intercourse).

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For the 9th time, Orit Zilberman will share insights from her 18 years of clinical experience in addressing vulvodynia through Chinese medicine, acupuncture, and herbal therapy. The seminar will be available both online and in-class in Amersfoort, NL, hosted by Qing Bai Academie.

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Vulvodynia: A Hidden Challenge

Approximately 15% of women and female adolescents experience chronic vulvar pain without an identifiable cause, known as vulvodynia. Despite its prevalence, awareness remains low, even among gynecologists. As a result, the condition is frequently misdiagnosed or overlooked, leading patients to undergo years of ineffective or unnecessary treatments, often worsening both their physical symptoms and mental well-being.

Women experiencing vulvodynia often feel isolated and unheard. Beyond persistent pain, the condition can deeply affect quality of life. Conventional medical treatment options remain limited, largely due to insufficient research and understanding of this complex syndrome.

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Chinese Medicine: A Holistic Approach

Over the past 18 years, Orit Zilberman has dedicated her clinical work and research to understanding and supporting patients with vulvodynia. Through extensive experience, she has found that Chinese medicine provides a safe, holistic, and effective framework for managing chronic vulvar and vaginal pain.

In this two-day seminar, Orit shares her in-depth knowledge and practical clinical approaches, offering participants a chance to deepen their understanding of both the physical and emotional aspects of this condition.

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Who This Seminar Is For

This seminar is designed for certified Chinese medicine practitioners who want to expand their knowledge and confidence in addressing vulvodynia and related conditions.
The course focuses on acupuncture and herbal applications, but no prior knowledge of herbal medicine is required.

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What You Will Learn

• Vulvodynia from a Western medical perspective: anatomy, definition, diagnosis, and conventional treatment approaches

• Psychological and social aspects: how vulvodynia affects daily life, and how to communicate sensitively with patients

• Understanding vulvodynia in Chinese medicine: etiology, syndromes, treatment strategies, acupuncture techniques, and herbal prescriptions

• Integrative clinical frameworks: including Yin Fire theory, the Shang Han Lun, and Master Tung acupuncture

• Clinical case studies: real-life examples and practical applications for effective patient support

• Diet and lifestyle modifications: their role in treatment and recovery

• Topical and natural therapies: underexplored yet promising tools in clinical practice

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About the Instructor – Orit Zilberman

Since completing her training in Chinese medicine in Israel and China (2004), Orit Zilberman has specialized in women’s health.
In 2007, she began focusing on vulvodynia, collaborating with Dr. Liora Abramov, one of Israel’s leading gynecologists in the field.

With more than 18 years of focused experience, Orit has supported hundreds of women in improving their quality of life. Her expertise led to the publication of the first comprehensive article on vulvodynia in professional Chinese medicine literature.

Since 2019, Orit has been based in the Netherlands, practicing Chinese medicine, teaching international seminars

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Would you like to explore her approach further?

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• 📘 Read her articles and publications

• 🎧 Listen to her podcast: Reconsidering Ren-1

• 🎥 Watch her lecture: Did the Yellow Emperor Take Off His Clothes?

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Seminar Details

🗓 Dates: December 6th & 7th, 12:00–18:00
📍 Location: Online or in-class at Qing Bai Academie, Amersfoort, Netherlands
🎓 Format: Lectures, discussions, and clinical case analysis

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Registration

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