Essence of Traditional Chinese Medicine Book Reviews

Essence of Traditional Chinese Medicine by Wenjun Zhu, Yuan Lin & Sim Kim Cheng Book Summary

The ancient art of Chinese medicine is known throughout the world for its unique methods of diagnosis and treatment. To many, its image is that of an esoteric art.

Essence of Traditional Chinese Medicine provides a comprehensive and in-depth coverage of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). Topics ranging from theories, practical experience and traditional material to modern technology offer a good foundation for understanding TCM. Diagrams and illustrations enhancing understanding of the text. The practical aspect is made relevant and applicable; stories of famous physicians are put across in a lively manner. All these make this book an easy and informative read.

This book illustrates, in an easy-to-understand format, its fundamental concepts and history:
The Eight Principal SyndromesThe Five ElementsThe Four DiagnosesBodily fluids, vital energy, blood meridians and collateralsAcupuncture and moxibustion, diet therapyFamous Chinese physicians.
Contents:The Concept and Theory Behind Chinese Medicine:Yin and YangFive ElementsThe Premise of Chinese MedicineEight Principal SyndromesThe Viscera (the Internal Organs — Five Zang and Six Fu)Qi (Vital Energy), Blood and Bodily FluidsMain and Collateral Channels, Acupuncture PointsEndogenous and Exogenous FactorsHow to Prevent DiseasesMethods of Diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine:The Four Diagnoses:Diagnosis Through ObservationAuscultation and Olfaction DiagnosisDiagnosis Through InterrogationDiagnosis Through Pulse Taking and PalpationDiagnosis Through PalpationDiagnosis Through the Analysis of ExcretaMethods of Treatment in Traditional Chinese Medicine:Method One —: Chinese MedicinesMethod Two —: Acupuncture and MoxibustionMethod Three —: MassotherapyMethod Four —: Diet TherapyMethod Five —: PsychotherapyMethod Six —: QigongSpecial TreatmentsFamous Physicians:Medical EthicsBian QueHua TuoZhang ZhongjingSun SimiaoZhu DanxiLi ShizhenAncient Female PhysiciansModernization of Chinese MedicineAppendixChinese Medicine Resources
Readership: All TCM teachers, students, researchers, practitioners, advanced undergraduates and graduate students in Chinese medicine, and acupuncture. Members of the laypublic. This book is not only for beginners or those who want a general guide to TCM. It is also a good companion to families, with simple and effective tips to preserve health, underling the importance of a healthy lifestyle, prevention of premature ageing and longevity.
TCM;Yin and Yang;Qi;Acupuncture and Moxibustion;Famous Physicians;Modernization00

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