Traditional Chinese Medicine

Charles Buck draws on three decades of study, practice and teaching in this book to provide a relevant and engaging account of the origins of acupuncture and Chinese medicine. From its pre-Han dynasty roots to Chinese medicine as we know it today, Buck covers the key texts, the main scholars and the concepts they have contributed, emphasising those that are more relevant to clinicians wishing to understand the authentic tradition. The information presented is based on diverse sources including original translations of Chinese sources and interpretations of the work of many prominent medical sinologists.

This clearly written, comprehensively indexed, and reader-friendly manual contains more than 350 monographs -- each describing the functions, indications, combinations, and applications of commonly used Chinese Materia Medica. Comprehensive monographs contain: details of main ingredients, taste and nature, channels entered, functions and indications, common dosage, precautions and contraindications.

Traditional Chinese medicine is one of the most renowned and most controversial scientific achievements of ancient Chinese civilisation. Although Western medicine is often the basic method used to deal with medical problems, the techniques developed in traditional Chinese medicine still play an important part in protecting the health of the Chinese people and are practised throughout the world. Liao Yuqun provides a comprehensive, illustrated introduction to the history and theory of traditional Chinese medicine, exploring classical medical texts, diagnostic methods, the use of medical herbs and techniques such as acupuncture.

Traditional Chinese medicine aims to restore harmony to the body, mind, and spirit by balancing Yin and Yang and regulating the vital energy (Qi) that flows through us. This comprehensive encyclopedia, edited by a world-famous authority and written by a panel of eminent experts, provides in-depth analysis of this popular holistic healing system. It examines the history and philosophy of Chinese medicine; the causes of disease; herbal and food therapies; and self-care, including qi gong, t'ai chi, acupressure, and acupuncture, along with recipes and advice on treating a range of problems naturally.