Book, Practice of Chinese Medicine Treating Diseases Acupun and Herbs 2/10[LS]

The new edition of The Practice of Chinese Medicine describes the application of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theory in the diagnosis and treatment of up to 48 diseases, conditions, and disorders. Fourteen new diseases have been added to those described in the first edition, and these include common acute and chronic conditions that clinicians may encounter in practice. A new two-color design allows for easy reference; All illustrations have been revised and many new ones add information and understanding to the text. Clinical cases offer realistic insight and illustrate the range of diagnosis and treatment choices the practitioner can make. Each chapter presents: 1 Etiology and pathology 2 Differential diagnosis according to Traditional Chinese Medicine 3 Selection of acupuncture and herbal treatments, with explanations of choices 4 Summary of Western differential diagnosis 5 Discussion of prognosis and prevention 6 Review of modern Chinese literature 7 Review of Clinical Experiences This book again presents the author's enormous wealth of experience and insights into the application of Traditional Chinese Medicine in the Western context, to assist all clinicians, whatever their own range of experience. About the Author: Giovanni Maciocia is today one of the most well-known and highly respected doctors and teachers in the West, with 33 years of professional experience. He has his own clinic in England and gives lectures throughout Europe and the United States. He is an honorary professor at Nanjing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Nanjing.