The Basis of Traditional Chinese Medicine

• Author(s): Ziyin Shen, Tzu-yin Shen, Zelin Chen,
• Publisher: Shambhala
• Pages: 244
• ISBN_10: 1570621926
  ISBN_13: 9781570621925
  
• Language: en
• Categories: Health & Fitness / Alternative Therapies , Medical / Alternative & Complementary Medicine , Medical / History ,

Description:... This is a comprehensive overview of the history, principles, and practices of traditional Chinese medicine. It covers the essential concepts and techniques, such as herbs, acupuncture, massage and Qigong breath therapy. Also explained is the Chinese concept of yin and yang, and the five elements, as well as the relationship between humanity and nature, the Chinese view of the actual causes of disease, and common diagnostic methods.