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Discussion of Cold Damage (Shang Han Lun) and contemporary texts of
ancient China form the bedrock of modern Chinese medicine practice,
yet these classic texts contain many concepts that are either hard
to understand or confusing. Based on over thirty years' medical
practice, and study of the texts, this book explains the concepts
involved so that the clinical applications of the ancient texts can
be better understood and put into practice. The author looks at the
larger context of ancient Chinese culture and philosophy in terms
of theoretical knowledge, scholarly approach, and mindset in order
to explain the basis for the medical texts. He also discusses the
work of later Chinese medical scholars in elucidating the texts. He
then goes on to look at more specific issues, such as the six
conformations, zang-fu organ theory, the theory of qi and blood,
the theory of qi transformation, and how these are understood in
the ancient texts. He also discusses shao yang and tai yang theory;
the element of time, and its place in understanding six
conformations diseases. This remarkable work of scholarship will
clarify many questions about the interpretation of the ancient
texts for modern use, and will find a place on the bookshelf of
every practitioner of Chinese medicine, as well as on those of
scholars of 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. With Buck's lucid and engaging
style, Roots of Modern Practice provides an accessible and
authoritative resource that will help practitioners and students
deepen their understanding of this great medical tradition. A
practical and modern appreciation of China's medical wisdom, this
book will be of great value to students and practitioners of
Chinese medicine and acupuncture, and anyone interested in the
roots of this time-honoured medicine.
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