Covering preventive, non-invasive, and natural treatments, Textbook
of Natural Medicine, 4th Edition offers more than just alternative
medicine. It promotes an integrated practice that can utilize
natural medicine, traditional Western medicine, or a combination of
both in a comprehensive, scientific treatment plan. Based on a
combination of philosophy and clinical studies, Textbook of Natural
Medicine helps you provide health care that identifies and controls
the underlying causes of disease, is supportive of the body's own
healing processes, and is considerate of each patient's unique
biochemistry. Internationally known authors Joseph Pizzorno and
Michael Murray include detailed pharmacologic information on herbs
and supplements, plus evidence-based coverage of diseases and
conditions to help you make accurate diagnoses and provide
effective therapy. Comprehensive, unique coverage makes this book
the gold standard in natural medicine. A scientific presentation
includes the science behind concepts and treatments, and discusses
Western medical treatments and how they can work with natural
medicine in a comprehensive treatment plan; if natural medicine is
not effective, this book recommends the Western treatment. Coverage
of pharmacology of natural medicines includes the uses and
potential dangers of nearly 80 herbal medicines, special nutrients,
and other natural agents, addressing topics such as general
information, chemical composition, history, pharmacology, clinical
applications dosage, and toxicology. In-depth, evidence-based
coverage of 73 diseases and conditions includes key diagnostic
criteria, pathophysiology of diseases, and therapeutic rationales.
Coverage of potential interactions between drugs, herbs, and
supplements ensures the safest possible use for each of 79 herbs
and supplements. Diagnostic procedures include practical,
easy-to-follow descriptions of evidence-based techniques plus
discussions of clinical application of diet analysis, food allergy
testing, immune function assessment, fatty acid profiling, hair
mineral analysis, and other diagnostic approaches. Common
therapeutic modalities are described and reviewed, including
botanical medicine, nutritional therapy, therapeutic fasting,
exercise therapy, hydrotherapy, counseling, acupuncture,
homeopathy, and soft tissue manipulation. Coverage of syndromes and
therapies helps in understanding the underlying causes of diseases
by discussing topics such as food reactions, functional toxicology,
sports nutrition, stress management, and breathing pattern
disorders. Coverage of the philosophy of natural medicine includes
its history and background, with discussions of toxicity,
detoxification, and scientific documentation of the healing actions
of nature and natural substances. Internationally known authors
Joseph Pizzorno and Michael Murray and more than 90 expert
contributors provide material that is up to date, accurate, and
informed. More than 10,000 research literature citations show that
the content is based on science rather than opinions or anecdotes.
13 useful appendices offer quick lookup of frequently used charts,
handouts, and information. New chapters are included on hot topics
such as female infertility, medicinal mushrooms, natural products
and quality control, pregnancy health and primary prevention, and
Vitamin K; new appendices include a supplier certification
questionnaire and cervical escharotics treatment. Thorough updates
ensure that you use only the most current research and provide the
most effective treatment of patients. Tabs in Specific Health
Problems section separate more than 70 alphabetized
diseases/conditions. One convenient volume replaces the cumbersome
two-volume set for easy, convenient reference. Electronic access is
available via Pageburst, making it easy to search topics, drugs,
herbs and supplements, and diseases and conditions. Sold
separately.
General
Imprint: |
Churchill Livingstone
|
Country of origin: |
United States |
Release date: |
December 2012 |
First published: |
September 2012 |
Authors: |
Joseph E. Pizzorno
• Michael T. Murray
|
Dimensions: |
282 x 222 x 70mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Hardcover
|
Pages: |
1916 |
Edition: |
4th edition |
ISBN-13: |
978-1-4377-2333-5 |
Categories: |
Books >
Medicine >
Complementary medicine >
General
|
LSN: |
1-4377-2333-0 |
Barcode: |
9781437723335 |
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