Stock Code: BATOAC01 Name: Basics of Acupuncture Author: Gabriel Stux & Bruce Pomeranz Units: 322pp p/b ISBN: 3540442731 Manufacturer: SPRINGER Stock Level: In Stock Now Sales Rank: 40
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Fifth Revised Edition
The condensed version of the large text. This volume contains the core material necessary to introduce the theory, diagnostic approach and treatment principles of Chinese medicine. This version is good for a curious reader who has a scientific background.
Introduction
Scientific Basis of Acupuncture
Acupuncture Analgesia (Basic Research)
Acupuncture Analgesia for Chronic Pain
Drug Addiction
Neurological, Cardiovascular, Antiemetic, Urogenital, Pulmonary, Gastric and Other Effects of Acupuncture.
Acupuncture Points (Do they really exist?)
Background and theory of TCM
Channels, Organs and Points
System of Channels and Organs
Points Categories
Methods of Point Location
Description of Channels and Points
Technique of Acupuncture
Acupuncture Treatment
Principles of Acupuncture and Rules of Point Selection
Locomotor Disorders
Respiratory Disorders
Cardiovascular Disorders
Gastroenterlogical disorders
Mental Disturbances and Illnesses
Neurological Disorders
Gynecological Disorders
Urological Disorders
Skin disorders
Disorders of the Sense Organs
Acute Disorders and Emergencies
Electro acupuncture and Transcutaneous
Electrical Nerve Stimulation
Traditional Chinese Syndromes:
The Diagnosis of Chinese Medicine
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308 point reference and study cards devoted to the major points. Each card shows a dedicated illustration of the point, its anatomical location, its actions and clinical application.
Contents
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