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Books > Medicine > Complementary medicine > Traditional medicine & remedies
By using local wild plants and herbs, this book aims to improve
health the natural way. The authors provide clear instructions
about which plants to harvest, when, and over 120 recipes showing
how to make them into teas, vinegars, oils, creams, pillows,
poultices or alcohol-based tinctures.
The ability to apply complex theory to practice is a vital skill
for acupuncturists. Case studies and medical records are an
extremely useful resource for understanding how to differentiate
between different syndromes, and provide invaluable precedents for
deciding upon appropriate methods of diagnosis and treatment. This
book presents a collection of real case studies of patients who
have been treated by prominent acupuncture practitioners in China.
The case studies are divided into five sub-categories of disease,
and include information on the patient's medical history,
presenting complaint, symptoms, tongue and pulse examination,
diagnosis, treatment, and prescription as well as the Western
diagnosis. More than 170 different case studies are included in the
book, covering 73 different types of syndromes and disease. A
useful appendix with the Chinese and English names for these
syndromes is also included. Compiled by leading experts at the
China Beijing International Acupuncture Training Center (CBIATC),
under the editorial direction of leading Chinese clinicians Zhu
Bing and Wang Hongcai, this book is a useful reference for
acupuncture practitioners and students at all levels.
An in-depth understanding of the meridians and acupoints lies at
the heart of effective practice in traditional Chinese medicine.
This book outlines everything that practitioners and students need
to know. The book explains how meridians relate to the major
organs, where they are located in the body, and how they are linked
to the healthy flow of Qi and blood. A large section of the book is
devoted to descriptions of specific acupoints - their names, how to
locate them, an introduction to the symptoms they can be used to
treat, and how. Also included is a thorough introduction to the
basics of acupuncture practice, including how to prepare a patient
prior to treatment, how to insert and manipulate acupuncture
needles, how and when to use moxibustion and cupping techniques,
and what to do if treatment goes wrong. This useful and
authoritative textbook, compiled by the China Beijing International
Acupuncture Training Centre (CBIATC), under the editorial direction
of leading Chinese clinicians Zhu Bing and Wang Hongcai, is
essential reading for students of traditional Chinese medicine, and
an excellent reference for acupuncture practitioners at all levels.
The principles and practice of diagnostics are key to administering
effective treatment in traditional Chinese medicine. The ability to
recognise and diagnose symptoms and complaints correctly is
fundamental to deciding on appropriate remedies, and this book
provides a comprehensive introduction to all the principles that
students and practitioners need to know. The authors outline the
key methods used in diagnosis, and describe the eight basic
categories of ailment and disease: yin and yang, exterior and
interior, cold and heat, and deficiency and excess. They provide
detailed instructions on how to identify and rebalance the relative
strengths of pathogens and Qi in the body, and how to differentiate
between syndromes that might look the same, using traditional
Chinese medicine methods. The book concludes with useful forms for
completion in taking a diagnosis. Combining practical instruction
with detailed theory, this authoritative textbook, compiled by the
China Beijing International Acupuncture Training Center (CBIATC),
under the editorial direction of leading Chinese clinicians Zhu
Bing and Wang Hongcai, is an excellent reference for students and
practitioners at all levels.
This handbook is an invaluable resource on the principles and
practice of Yamamoto New Scalp Acupuncture (YNSA). This popular
form of scalp acupuncture is used to treat a wealth of neurological
conditions, and is very effective in stroke patients with pain and
restricted mobility, providing relief from the symptoms. David
Bomzon is an international expert on YNSA and he includes
step-by-step explanations of points, points location, indications
for needling, and clinical cases, all supported by line drawings
and photographs. Uniquely, this book is written by an acupuncturist
for acupuncturists, chiropractors and physical therapists, and the
author clearly reconciles the theoretical needling points described
by Yamamoto with actual needling points. Basic, sensory, brain, Y
(epsilon) and cranial points are all covered, as well as
instructions on applying YNSA in the clinic. The handbook also
explains the benefits of combining YNSA treatment with Western
medicine and physical therapy, making this essential reading for
all practitioners looking to expand their knowledge of scalp
acupuncture.
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.
In the context of multiple forms of global economic, social, and
cultural oppression, along with intergenerational trauma, burnout,
and public services retrenchment, this book offers a framework and
set of inquiries and practices for social workers, activists,
community organizers, counselors, and other helping professionals.
Healing justice, a term that has emerged in social movements in the
last decade, is taught as a practice of connecting to the whole
self, what many are conditioned to ignore - the body, mind-heart,
spirit, community, and natural world. Drawing from the East-West
modalities of mindfulness, yoga, and Ayurveda, the author
introduces six capabilities - mindfulness and compassion; critical
thinking and curiosity; and effort and equanimity - which can guide
practitioners on a transformative and empowering journey that can
ultimately make them and their colleagues more effective in their
work. Using case studies, critical analysis, and skill sharing,
self-care is presented as an act of resistance to disconnection,
marginalization, and internalized oppression. Healing justice is a
trauma-informed practice that empowers social practitioners to
cultivate the conditions that might allow them to feel more
connected to themselves, their clients, colleagues, and
communities. The book also engages critically with self-care
practices, including investigation into the science of mindfulness,
cultural appropriation, and the commodification of self-care. The
message is clear that mindfulness-based practices are not a panacea
for personal, inter-personal, or political problems. But, they can
put practitioners in a more authentic and powerful place to work
from, which is particularly important in a world where there is
more connection to technology, ideologies, and people who share
one's beliefs, and less connection to the natural world, people who
are different, and the parts of oneself that one tends to reject.
The book also offers suggestions for how to share self-care
practices with community members who have less access to wellness.
From the co-founder of one of the world's most respected herbal
education websites: recipes, rituals, practices, and personal
stories to help you live a more sexually fulfilled and vital life.
Plants are the great healers of the earth, and their capacity to
support healthy sexuality is just as powerful. This beautifully
written and illustrated book brings you into a relationship with
herbs for sexual fulfillment and empowerment. Drawing on her own
knowledge of herbalism and sacred sensuality, along with intimate
stories from students who implemented her teachings, Kimberly
Gallagher guides you on a personal journey of growth aided by the
aphrodisiac properties and sensual uses of healing herbs and
flowers such as damiana, cacao, and rose. Kimberly is an author and
co-founder of LearningHerbs, a widely respected herbal education
website. In Aphrodisiac, you'll find thoughtful, soulful rituals
and dozens of recipes for putting the herbs to use, such as Autumn
Blush Cordial, Rose Massage Oil, and Cardamom Chocolate Mousse
Torte. You'll read user-friendly and well-researched monographs
that teach you everything you need to know about every featured
herb. And you'll find a wide range of practices for inviting erotic
energy flow into your life - including creating an inviting
environment, nourishing your body, and simply slowing down so
there's time to savor pleasure. When people are sensually alive and
sexually fulfilled, they are more confident, creative, and joyful.
They are also more likely to share their unique personal gifts with
the world. Aphrodisiac is an essential resource for anyone wishing
to live a more vibrant life.
In the West ideas about Chinese medicine are commonly associated
with traditional therapies and ancient practices which have
survived, unchanging, since time immemorial. Originally published
in 2001, this volume, edited by Elizabeth Hsu, demonstrates that
this is far from the reality. In a series of pioneering
case-studies, twelve contributors, from a range of disciplines,
explore the history of Chinese medicine and the transformations
that have taken place from the fourth century BC onwards. Topics of
discussion cover diagnostic and therapeutic techniques,
pharmacotherapy, the creation of new genres of medical writing and
schools of doctrine. This interdisciplinary volume will be of value
to anyone with an interest in the various aspects of Chinese
medicine.
Poison Prescriptions is a stunningly illustrated grimoire of some
of the most notorious plants: henbane, datura, belladonna, among
others. It is also a practical guide to plant magic, medicine and
ritual, offering advice to professional and home herbalists, to
those interested in forgotten lore and the old ways, and to all
those who wish to reclaim control of their own wellbeing. This book
urges the resurrection of the ancient tradition of using these
witching herbs in ritual and medicine. Now is the time to relink
magic and medicine in the context of modern herbalism and
contemporary witchcraft. Discover: Safe ways of interacting with
the witching herbs to usher in wellbeing and healing. Practical
activities ranging from meditations and folklore writing to wreath
making and beer brewing. Step-by-step instructions to creating the
powerful witches' Flying Ointment and using it in ritual, sex magic
and lucid dreaming.
Winner - 2011 USA Best Book Award1st Runner Up - 2011 Eric Hoffer
AwardEditor's Choice - 2011 IP's Highlighted Title AwardEditor's
Choice - 2011 IP's Living Now Award Healing with herbs has long
been a tradition in the martial arts. Most martial artists are
aware of this legacy; few are fortunate to study with teachers who
understand and can teach the traditional Chinese formulas. The rest
of us pick up what we can, whereever we can. This book is for the
rest of us. Western Herbs for Martial Artists and Contact Athletes
explores herbs that are readily available in the West. Sixty-four
herbs common to Europe and North America are considered. Each herb
is examined for its effectiveness, safety, and how to specifically
use it to enhance martial arts and contact sports training. Readers
will be able to choose an herb to meet a specific need, understand
how to purchase it, prepare it, and use it safely. This book will
be an asset for your library, don't put it on the bottom shelf,
because you will refer to it often.
Full-colour laminated poster. Text in English, French, Dutch &
German. A beautiful and colourful representation of the meridians
on the human body. The meridians are shown from the front, the back
and the side, in different colours according to their corresponding
element. The points for the elements on the hands, arms, feet and
legs are also indicated, as well as the accumulation points, lo
points, source points
From a mild headache to crippling arthritis, pain is part of many
people's everyday experience. But there is a natural alternative to
pharmaceutical medicine. This book is your indispensable guide to
relieving pain the natural way, using a wide variety of methods
including breathing and relaxation techniques, diet, yoga, massage,
herbal poultices, balms, compresses, teas and rubs. Did you know
pineapple has anti-inflammatory properties? And peppermint can
relieve a headache? Or that you can alleviate joint pain by
massaging specific points on the wrist? Featuring key insights into
understanding pain and why we feel it, plus scientifically proven
techniques that can help make it go away, this essential handbook
is your painkilling arsenal for combating a whole range of common
ailments.
This impressive book contains almost 200 recipes for herbal
remedies that anyone can use, even if you ve never worked with
herbs. Popular author Sandra Kynes shows you how herbal remedies
can treat everything from the flu to kidney stones, and they can be
made from ingredients commonly stocked in your kitchen. Herbal
Remedies for Beginners is organized by what part of the body is
affected, making it easy to find the remedy you need. You ll
discover the equipment for making remedies and a wide variety of
application methods from teas and oils to balms and gels. Whether
you d like to make a basil and lemongrass salve to soothe insect
bites or a ginger and turmeric syrup to alleviate motion sickness,
this is the perfect guide to improving your health.
"Jeanne Rose's Herbal Body Book" pairs a wide variety of ailments
with possible plant cures. Each plant recommended is described in
anecdotal detail. This book includes recipes for the newcomer and
expert. It also includes a glossary of specialized terms, herbs,
and recipes. Everything you need from hair products to belly salve
for a pregnant woman is inside this most useful companion. Jeanne
Rose encourages the reader to make your own blend of herbs to
target specific conditions and not only follow a limited number of
recipes.
Live greener and find magic in the world around you with this
comprehensive sourcebook to living the hearth witch way. Featuring
homemade recipes, instructions for making everything from wine to
soaps, and a variety of potions and spells, The Hearth Witch's
Compendium helps you incorporate spiritual practice into everyday
life. The contemporary hearth witch inherits the mantle of the
village wise woman; she is part shaman, part seer, part herbalist,
part spiritual healer, and entirely witch. Anna Franklin guides you
through each project, from growing your own herbs and making
remedies for simple ailments to creating natural household products
and mixing oils. By following the hearth witch life, you'll save
money, reduce waste and exposure to potentially toxic chemicals,
and have a lot of fun along the way.
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