Complementary and alternative medicine Books

Book SynopsisThis practical handbook covers everything you need to know to use flower and other essences effectively with clients.Sue Lilly explains what is happening energetically when essences are at work and draws on her wealth of essence knowledge to provide guidelines on:· Assessing - techniques for testing clients · Choosing - how to select appropriate essences for a range of conditions· Using - new and innovative applications of essences· Creating - different methods of creating essences and guidelines for selling them · Expanding knowledge - how essences can be linked to chakras, meridians and subtle bodies and how this knowledge can enhance practiceThis comprehensive guide is ideal for any student starting out or any practitioner wanting to explore new ways of using essences.Trade ReviewFor the first time, we have a systematic enquiry into essences, how they are made, used, and how they affect us. But the book is so much more: a full application of the science of subtle medicine with clarification and advice for good practice. -- Julian Barnard, Healing HerbsSue guides us from the basic elements of an essence, the water of life, with its unique properties and ability to flow, to the myriad of different types of essences now made across the globe. -- From the foreword by Tony Pinkus, Director, Ainsworths Homeopathic Pharmacy, LondonFlower essences are becoming more widely recognized for their ability to help all living beings enjoy a higher quality of life. Ms. Lilly's excellent book is a wellspring of supportive information to further their message, for practitioners as well as their clients. -- Lila Devi, founder of Spirit-in-Nature Essences established 1977, and author, including The Essential Flower Essence HandbookTable of ContentsForeword. Tony Pinkus, Director, Ainsworths Homeopathic Pharmacy, London. Preface. Introduction, Simon H. Lilly. Part One. Choosing and Using Essences. 1. What are Essences? 2. The Wonder of Water. 3. History of Essences. 4. Types of Essences. 5. Selecting Essences. 6. Assessment Techniques. 7. Using Essences. Part Two. Background Information to choose and use essences more effectively. 8. Background knowledge 1 - chakras. 9. Background knowledge 2 - the aura, subtle bodie.s 10. Background knowledge 3 - the meridians. 11. Background knowledge 4 - the colour correspondences. 12. Protecting Personal Energy Integrity. Part Three. Professional Practice. 13. Client Care and Management. 14. Making Essences. 15. Discerning what Essences 'Do'. 16. Selling Essences to the Public. Appendices. Appendix 1. Making Essences using the Sunlight Method. Appendix 2. Cleansing Minrerals, Crystals and Gems. Appendix 3. Professor Hyland's Research on Bach Flower Remedies. Appendix 4. Brian Parsons - Audio Essences. Appendix 5. Gateway Visualisation. Appendix 6. What is Wellness? Bibliography. Useful Links.

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Book SynopsisThis comprehensive textbook provides a detailed, practical and thorough basis for the understanding and application of the homeopathic process. Drawing on the experience and knowledge of a wealth of contributors, the book offers the foundations for the safe and broadest practice of modern homeopathy.Divided into 6 sections, this book takes the understanding of homeopathy from basic principles to the treatment of acute and chronic illnesses, the first prescription, and difficult, confused and hidden cases. Each section progresses through five themes broadly divided into philosophy, material medica, case taking, case analyses and case management. Each theme is woven together through the text and, section by section, builds into an essential study guide for the homeopathic student. It provides opportunities for reflection, and invites all practitioners to engage in their own personal and professional development.Trade ReviewAt last, the first comprehensive modern homeopathy textbook in English since Herbert Roberts in 1936 and George Vithoulkas in 1978, and it surpasses them both. Despite being a textbook it is exciting and innovative with time and space for reflection and personal growth. The inspired choice of authors for some of the chapters (Sherr, Norland and Curtin, for example) crosses boundaries and enlivens the discussions. Read this and your practical understanding of the theories of homeopathy will grow. It is equally suitable for experienced medical and professional homeopaths, and for students on all qualification courses. -- Francis Treuherz MA RSHom FSHom, Registered Homeopath, Homeopathic Private Practitioner, London and Letchworth, UKA tour de force, from basic homeopathy, through practical application to the more esoteric boundaries of holistic thought. Something for everyone. David Owen's style of interactive teaching is reflected in this comprehensive work - if you want to be both educated and challenged to broaden your horizons, then read this book. -- John Saxton BVet Med VetFFHom Cert. IAVH, MRCVS President, Faculty of Homeopathy, Homeopathic teacher, author and veterinary homeopathic referral practitioner, UKOne of the confusing aspects of homeopathic practice has been the apparently random focus of different prescribers on varying aspects of a particular case. David Owen presents a theoretical background from within which to understand and work with this phenomenon. From the outset he makes it clear that this book should bring the reader to ask and meditate on questions, as much as it may provide some answers. This is not another study of materia medica. It is primarily a study into the concepts that lie behind, and the process of case analysis, developed in a way and to a degree that I have not met before. It will be a very useful textbook for students, and offer experienced practitioners a source for reflection and further development of their understanding of and competency with their work. Starting from a study of different models of health, the book takes us through the themes involved in simpler case presentations on to those in difficult cases. Whilst being primarily a theoretical discussion, case examples are frequently used for illustration and avenues provided to assist with the many obstacles in the way of the homeopath. -- Dr Nick Goodman MbBS MFHom FACNEM, General Practitioner and registered homeopath, Sydney, AustraliaThis is the most comprehensive book there is on the principles and practice of homeopathy. The beauty of this book is that its breadth is matched in equal measure by its depth. No aspect of homeopathy is neglected, from local prescribing to Sankaran's sensations and miasms. The style is at once practical and profound, and honours the many different ways that homeopathy is practised. I am particularly impressed by Dr Owen's numerous insights into the psychodymamics of the homeopathic history, and his emphasis on the homeopath's own personal evolution. In his own words, by reading this book the student's work is transformed 'from being a necessary task to being an opportunity for growth'. -- Dr Philip Bailey MBBS MFHom, Private Practitioner and author of Homeopathic Psychology (North Atlantic Books, Berkeley, California), Fremantle, West AustraliaThis book drips holism and there is wisdom here aplenty. Speaking as someone who has wrestled with homeopathy for 30 years, David's book touches on concerns and connections that any serious practitioner will share. I predict it will become a classic. -- Professor David Peters, School of Integrated Health, University of Westminster, London, UKThis exceptional book gathers, reflects on, and deeply enquires into, the evolving principles of homeopathy in a way that encourages any practitioner to develop themselves, their understanding and their art. Written with an approach that invites reflective pause, the reader is supported, encouraged and challenged to review issues of health, self, illness, caring and treatment. This weave is practical and accessible, rooted in clinical practice and examples, yet tackles at the same time the profound issues and questions which homeopathic practice and training raises. This is an important step forward in homeopathic textbooks that I would recommend whatever your current level of practice. -- David Reilly, Consultant, Glasgow Homeopathic Hospital, Researcher and Teacher, Glasgow Homeopathic Academic CentreTable of ContentsSection I. Foundation. 1. What is Health? 2. Provings. 3. The Homeopathic Consultation. 4. Assessing the Homeopathic Case. 5. Introduction to Prescribing. Section II. Causation and the Presenting Symptoms. 6. The Symptom, Susceptibility and Hierarchy. 7. The Materia Medica. 8. Taking the Case. 9. Local Prescribing and Reportorisation. 10. Managing Different Types of Cases. Section III. Totality and Constitution. 11. Holism and Understanding Complex Cases. 12. Dynamic Materia Medica. 13. Receiving the Case. 14. Reaching Towards the Totality. 15. Managing Complex Cases. Section IV. Broadening our Understanding. 16. The Second Prescription. 17. The Chronic Miasms. 18. Veterinary Prescribing. 19. Homeopathic Computer Programs. 20. Homeopathic Pharmacy. Section V. Deepening our Approach. 21. Signatures. 22. A Journey of Discovery into Kingdoms, Families and Miasms. 23. The Homeopathic Relationship. 24. Homeopathic Research. 25. The Therapeutic Encounter and Supervisory Relationship. Section VI. Confused and hidden Cases. 26. Holographic and Relational Models of Health. 27. Emotional and Living Materia Medica. 28. Understanding the Dynamic of Confused and Hidden Cases. 29. Approaches to Treating Confused and Hidden Cases. 30. Managing the Bigger Picture.

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Book SynopsisFOUR STARS from Doody's Star Ratings™ The image of the whole person reflected in the feet Foot reflexology is now widely used to relieve symptoms of many disorders. Hanne Marquardt is a pioneer in teaching and practicing foot reflexology in Germany - many of today's practicing foot reflexologists were trained at her well-established teaching institution. This book, based on the best-selling fourth German edition, has been constantly reviewed and updated by the author, incorporating new findings and strategies as they evolved. In many hand-drawn illustrations of the microsystem of the feet, the book introduces the principles and the practice of foot reflexology. It covers - the complete topography of zones - general treatment examples - specific applications and strategies on treatment combinations the book profits from the author's personal style and lengthy teaching experience.Table of ContentsPart I General Principles 1 Historical Development of Foot Treatments 2 Two Working Models for a Practical Approach to Reflexotherapy of the Feet 3 Basic Therapeutic Grips: Touching, Treating 4 Characteristics of Abnormal Zones; Limits of Dosage 5 Indications and Contraindications 6 Stabilization and Harmonization of the Autonomic Nervous System 7 Preparation for Treatment 8 Pain—Its Purpose and Significance 9 Limits of Determination of Zones in Writing 10 The Individual Groups of Zones Part II Practical Part 11 The First Treatment as an Assessment 12 Performing the Follow-up and Final Treatments 13 Duration of and Intervals between Treatments 14 Reactions during Treatment Intervals 15 Right–Left Interchangeability of Zones of the Feet 16 Management and Treatment of Pain in Acute Situations 17 Therapeutic Support for Intensely Emotional Reactions 18 Treatment Combinations 19 Self-treatment and Orthotic Foot Devices 20 Diagnostic Possibilities and Limitations 21 Treatment Suggestions 22 Pregnancy and Birth 23 Treatment of Babies and Children Part III Special Topics and Further Developments 24 Special Groups of Patients 25 Treatment of Scars with Reflexotherapy of the Feet 26 Zones of the Teeth and Their Energetic Interrelationships 27 Zones of the Pelvic Ligaments 28 Zones of the Face and Neck 29 Zones of the Lymphatic System 30 Interrelationships between Zones of the Feet and Meridians 31 Shared Practical Experience 32 Summary of the Method Part IV Appendix 33 Authorized RTF Schools and Further Information 34 Figure Sources 35 Technical Terms 36 Bibliography 37 Index

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Book SynopsisIt is often not enough to find the correct remedy in homeopathic medicine. Particularly in chronic diseases that have already been treated, a complementary remedy or a series of remedies in sequence is frequently needed to provide optimal care. The first comprehensive handbook on homeopathic remedy relationships, this book provides lists of complementary, successive, and inimical remedies, antidotes, and collaterals. Data on interactions, duration of actions, foods to avoid, references to miasms, and practical tips on the use of remedies, supplement the book's content. Internationally referenced throughout, the handbook includes especially helpful clinical notes on the quality and special characteristics of each respective remedy relationship. This practical resource is an excellent complement to the study of homeopathy, and belongs on the reference shelf of every homeopathic practitioner who treats difficult chronic conditions.Trade ReviewThe first comprehensive handbook on homeopathic remedy relationships...internationally referenced throughout...well printed with a good binding...an essential reference book for advanced students of Homeopathy...highly recommended.--Vital InformerTable of ContentsRemedies Abies canadensis to Zizia aurea List of Remedies with Miasms List of Remedies with Temperaments List of Remedies with Abbreviations

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Book SynopsisThe first text on bloodletting therapy for Western practitioners of Chinese medicine, this authoritative text explores the theory and function of bloodletting, and provides detailed instruction on its clinical use.Bloodletting therapy, which works to remove internal and external disruptions to the system through the withdrawal of small quantities of blood, has numerous benefits, especially concerning the treatment of complex or chronic disease. Yet the technique is often met with alarm in the West and side-lined in favour of less controversial treatments such as fine-needle acupuncture, and moxibustion. This book provides a concise overview of its theory, historical and contemporary relevance, and clinical guidance. With detailed reference to the classic texts, the author clarifies the fundamental Chinese medical theory related to blood and the network vessels, and provides an in-depth discussion of the benefits of and practice guidelines for bloodletting. The book includes a chapter on the classical acupuncture techniques of Tung Ching Chang whose work is attracting increasing attention in the West. Through the exploration of classic texts and contemporary standards, the book provides everything needed to gain a comprehensive understanding of the technique and to encourage its use as a viable treatment option in the West.It will be an invaluable addition to the resources available for acupuncturists, as well as students and practitioners of Chinese medicine more generally, including those interested in all Chinese approaches to health.Trade Review“The field of Chinese medicine in the Western hemisphere is maturing. Henry McCann's volume on the ancient Chinese methodology of bloodletting is among a rare group of contemporary monographs that demonstrates this development.” -- from the foreword by Heiner Fruehauf, PhD, LAc, Founding Professor of the School of Classical Chinese Medicine, National College of Natural Medicine, Portland, Oregon“Our scope of practice has declined over time; acupuncture schools today rarely teach the intricacies of bloodletting. If we lack this powerful modality, we may not have the best tool for the next patient who walks in the door. Dr. McCann's book is a brilliant discussion of the theory and practice of bleeding therapy, providing information that has been unavailable in English up until now. Your practice will not be the same!” -- Lorraine Wilcox, author of Moxibustion: A Modern Clinical Handbook and translator of Volumes 5 and 9 of The Great Compendium of Acupuncture and MoxibustionTable of ContentsForeword by Heiner Freuhauf. 1. Introduction. 2. An Overview and History of Bloodletting Therapy. 3. Bloodletting in the Huang Di Nei Jing. 4. Essential Chinese Medical Theory Related to Bloodletting. 5. Functions of Bloodletting. 6. Bloodletting Materials and Methods. 7. Commonly Bled Acupuncture Points. 8. Special Point Categories and Combinations. 9. Bloodletting in the Treatment of Chronic Disease. 10. Tung Lineage Bloodletting. 11. Treatment of Compound Patterns with Bloodletting and Acupuncture. 12. Ending Thoughts. Appendix 1. Tung Lineage Points on the Posterior Trunk. Appendix 2. Tung Lineage Points Referenced in Text. Appendix 3. Points Listed for Bloodletting in the Xun Jing. References. Point Index. General Index. About the Author.

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Book SynopsisIn Contraception and Abortion from the Ancient World to the Renaissance, Riddle showed that women from ancient Egyptian times to the fifteenth century had relied on an extensive pharmacopoeia of herbal abortifacients and contraceptives to regulate fertility. Here, he explores why knowledge of these methods was lost in modern times.Trade ReviewEve's Herbs is a highly informative presentation of the history of the use of plant products, such as ergot, as abortion agents. -- Thomas Szasz * Washington Post *Riddle examines the use of plants as contraceptives, offering a fascinating view of the early knowledge of reproduction and attempts to regulate it. * Library Journal *This fine scholarly book expands on Riddle's previous work, Contraception and Abortion from the Ancient World to the Renaissance, to discover why and how women's extensive knowledge and use of plants, herbs, seeds, bark, and roots was lost after the 19th century...Highly recommended for students of the history of medicine at all levels. -- A. R. Davis * Choice *Riddle's work is a useful counterbalance to extreme skepticism about the pre-modern possibility of effective fertility control. -- Rebecca Flemming * Isis *John Riddle has established his reputation as a leading expert on ancient Greek pharmacology. In an earlier study, Contraception and Abortion from the Ancient World to the Renaissance, he argued that a much more reliable knowledge of oral contraceptives existed in the ancient and medieval worlds than had previously been thought. In this book, Riddle attempts a broader but partly overlapping study, a history of abortion and contraception in the Western tradition (Europe and the United States, with a glance at the Islamic World). More specifically, he challenges the common view that oral contraception was little practiced and largely ineffective until the 18th century...Riddle argues his case with learning and perspicacity. He draws widely on the specialist literature of a number of disciplines as he discusses, among other things, the theology of ensoulment of the fetus and the demographics of early modern Europe. -- Gary B. Ferngren * New England Journal of Medicine *Dr. Riddle demonstrates, as in his earlier Contraception and Abortion from the Ancient World to the Renaissance, that knowledge about fertility control existed and women had access to it lost to them in modern times. Both pro-abortion and anti-abortion advocates will find these books important, instructive, and maybe prescriptive...A scholarly sleuth, Riddle permits historical texts to speak...Riddle integrates modern chemical, pharmacological, and medical confirmations that what the ancients said worked probably did. * Journal of the American Medical Association *Riddle is a tireless scholar and an engaging writer, and as his story moves along in chronological order, it begins to read like an official history. But at heart Eve's Herbs is just the opposite: a gathering of nervous confessions and forbidden secrets, committed to paper as proof of a hidden tradition. Like a covey of quail flushed from tall grass, these anguished facts burst from the page with startling life. -- Burkhard Bilger * The Sciences *Table of ContentsAcknowledgments Introduction: Roe v. Wade 1. A Woman's Secret 2. The Herbs Known to Ancients 3. Ancient and Medieval Beliefs 4. From Womancraft to Witchcraft, 1200-1500 5. Witches and Apothecaries in the Sixteenth and Seventeenth Centuries 6. The Broken Chain of Knowledge 7. The Womb as Public Territory 8. Eve's Herbs in Modern America Epilogue Notes Index

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Book SynopsisEvery channel/meridian and point is named in Chinese with translation to English. Actions as the expected positive effect of a point's manipulation are succinct yet clear, along with indications/symptoms that would suggest treatment to that point, all covered in 6 laminated pages. A companion to our illustrated anatomical QuickStudy guide to acupressure/acupuncture points on the body. Suggested uses: o Students & Teachers â of acupuncture, acupressure, chiropractic, massage and TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) o Patients â and potential patients of an acupressure point based treatment to become familiar with what is treatable and what areas of the body need focus

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Book SynopsisCayenne pepper can stop bleeding. Garlic helps alleviate a toothache. Honey soothes a burn. When an emergency situation arises, simple home remedies can play a vital role in easing symptoms and providing immediate help. Become an effective first responder with a combination of best first-aid practices, herbs, and standard homeopathic applications. This quick-reference handbook spells out hundreds of life-saving techniques, commonsense tips, and time-tested herbal remedies that everyone should know. From how to perform basic CPR and the Heimlich Maneuver to the best immediate response to natural disasters, you’ll find the most practical, effective actions to take to ensure survival.

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Book Synopsis“An autobiographical account of how a psychiatric nurse specialist became a folk medicine healer; this also explains the origins and practice of one of the oldest forms of medicine in the New World.″—Kirkus Praise for WOMAN WHO GLOWS IN THE DARK   “This is a book that we’ve been awaiting for years—one that unites the best medicine from the ancient past with the deepest needs of the contemporary heart and soul.”—Clarissa Pinkola Estés, Ph.D., author of Women Who Run with the Wolves, The Gift of Story, and Faithful Gardener   “Elena Avila’s book is a combination manual, memoir, and healing chant. I’m so glad these stories and secrets – which have been known orally by our culture for ages – are finally down on paper.” —Julia Alvarez, author of How the García Girls Lost Their Accents   “Avila shatters myths about curanderismo and reminds us that it’s just as important today as it was centuries ago.”—The Austin Chronicle   “In this age of impersonal and technologic health care, Elena Avila’s book gives the reader permission to rely on what has all too often been forgotten. Her message—that healing cannot occur without the heart, instincts, wisdom, and compassion of the healer—is given with grace and simplicity.”—Barbara Dossey, R.N., M.S., HNC, FAAN, Director, Holistic Nursing Associates   “Truthful, often painful, always riveting, WOMAN WHO GLOWS IN THE DARK reveals how the practices of curanderismo can heal the soul sickness not addressed by Western medicine.”—Rudolfo Anaya, author of Bless Me, Ultima “Grounded in the earth, at home in both modern and indigenous medicine, Elena Avila is a true emissary of healing, casting a brilliant glow into the dark of all medicine that denies the soul. As a human, I cherish Elena’s light. As a psychiatrist, I welcome her insight.”—Judith Orloff, M.D., author of Second Sight and The Genius of Empathy   “Avila is entertaining and often humorous...Without climbing on a soapbox, [her] narrative demonstrates what’s missing from most American medical practices, and how many patients could be helped so much more than they are now.”—Kirkus Reviews

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Book SynopsisDrawing on ancient Chinese knowledge and tradition, this book teaches practitioners of acupuncture how to develop their internal energy and sensitivity to energy in order to improve their practice.Understanding and working with energy flow is essential to becoming a good acupuncturist and regular qigong practice helps the acupuncturist to direct energy flow within the patient more accurately and effectively. This book presents a complete training regime for Western acupuncturists and features qigong exercises dating back centuries. With images from the original manuscripts and the Chinese text alongside an English translation and commentary, Western readers are introduced to unique exercises and internal cultivation texts in a truly authentic way.This book provides essential internal training for acupuncture practitioners and students and will be of interest to a wide array of martial arts and traditional Chinese medicine practitioners.Trade ReviewIoannis Solos has given us a beautiful book pointing to the heart of Chinese medicine. He recognizes that it is the practitioner's own level of cultivation that forms the foundation of efficacy and that all technique and theory is in service to that. Supporting this perspective with many sources from the primary literature, he goes on to offer us practical exercises that may help us cultivate proper intention. This material will be an excellent supplement to the knowledge of those whose medical practice is already complemented by training in the martial arts. Further, it offers those practitioners wishing to learn qigong a way to do so in the context of their clinical practice. Finally, Ioannis transmits a deep love and respect for the medicine that is moving and inspiring. I take this as further evidence that not only is Chinese medicine flourishing, it has never been doing better. -- Lonny Jarrett, M. Ac., author of Nourishing Destiny: The Inner Tradition of Chinese MedicineIoannis Solos has written a book which deserves to become required reading for anybody embarking upon a study of Chinese medicine. The link between acupuncture, Qi Gong and indeed martial arts is absolute; in this book Ioannis manages to eloquently show how their unifying principle of cultivating the Spirit is of key importance for those wishing to take their “needling” skills to a deeper level. -- Damo Mitchell, author of Daoist Nei Gong: The Philosophical Art of Change and Heavenly Streams: Meridian Theory in Nei GongQi cultivation practices are a treasure from China. Many significant Chinese medical physicians, including Hua Tuo, Ge Hong, Tao Hongjing, Sun Simiao and Li Shizhen, emphasized the practice of qi cultivation for their personal health, and to obtain a deeper understanding of Chinese medicine. Ioannis Solos does a superb job of presenting Zhan Zhuang and I Quan qi cultivation. He provides a clear, deep and comprehensive teaching about the relationship between qi cultivation and Chinese medicine. I highly recommend Developing Internal Energy for Effective Acupuncture Practice to anybody wanting to learn qi gong, tai chi chuan, meditation and energy healing, and especially to acupuncturists. Solos has written an excellent book that brings to life the qi within Chinese medicine. -- David Twicken, DOM, L.Ac., author of Eight Extraordinary Channels – Qi Jing Ba Mai and I Ching Acupuncture – The Balance MethodThis book is well-presented, with clear instructions and a logical progression from the basic principles to application in acupuncture-specific form... Solos writes with admirable simplicity and concision. He is clearly speaking from his own experience... It is to be hoped (...) he might be encouraged to share more of his unique and valuable perspective in the future. -- Steve Wheeler * Journal of Chinese Medicine *Table of ContentsPreface. Part I. Introduction. 1. The concept of 'controlling the spirit'. Part II. Yiquan Exercises. 2. Exercise Basics. 3. The Great Balloon. 4. Holding the Balloon. 5. Moving the Balloon. 6. Acupuncture and Zhan Zhuang. 7. Training of the 'Wrist Force' and discussion on other needling skills. 8. Essentials of Zhan Zhuang practice. Conclusion. Bibliography. Purple Cloud Master's Essential Methods for Painless Needle Insertion. Detailed Exposition of the 'Intention and Qi Exercise'.

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Book SynopsisAcupuncture, Chinese herbs, qigong, tui na massage and diet therapy have been used by the Chinese for over 2000 years, and they are still the treatments of choice for millions of people throughout the East. Now, Westerners are becoming aware of the many benefits of these potent therapies and the popularity of Chinese medicine is spreading rapidly.Covering everything from the basic theory of Chinese medicine to how to find a practitioner, the book provides a definitive introductory guide to this ancient system. It includes explanations of each of the five therapies and their unique benefits as well as patients' first-hand experiences. With advice on choosing the right treatment, and comprehensive sections on useful addresses and further reading, the book provides everything readers need to know about Chinese medicine at an introductory level.A practical handbook that provides all of the essential information, this book is the perfect introduction for anyone who wants to find out more about Chinese medicine, whether as a treatment option or for general interest.Trade Review“As an introduction to Chinese Medicine and how it can help us, this book cannot be bettered. Angela Hicks writes with such clarity and lightness of touch that understanding the key aspects of Chinese Medicine and its therapies becomes an absolute pleasure. Her deep knowledge of the subject and a wealth of experience as a practitioner shine through the text, and her skilled use of patients' stories bring the information to life. The book is scholarly but very readable and comprehensive but clear and simple. If you are curious about Chinese Medicine, for whatever reason, this is the book for you.” -- Dr Charlotte Paterson, Honorary Research Fellow, School of Social and Community Medicine, University of Bristol“This is the work of a clear mind. Informed by decades of experience and shining with a love of her subject, Angela Hicks has written the most lucid and accessible guide to Chinese medicine I have ever read. If you want to find out more about Chinese medicine but don't know where to start, start here.” -- Daverick Leggett, author of Recipes for Self HealingTable of ContentsAuthor's Note. Acknowledgements. Introduction. 1. The Theory of Chinese Medicine: The Linking Thread. 2. How Disease Arises and the Art of Staying Healthy. 3. Putting It All Together: Diagnosis in Chinese Medicine. 4. Acupuncture Treatment: Balancing Your Qi. 5. Chinese Herbal Medicine: Remedies to Restore Your Qi. 6. Qigong Exercises: Transforming Your Qi. 7. Tui Na - Chinese Massage: Feeling Your Qi. 8. Chinese Dietetics: Nourishing Your Qi. 9. Which One Shall I Choose? The Right Treatment for Me. References. Further Reading. Useful Contacts. Index.

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Book SynopsisBiochemical imbalances caused by nutritional deficiencies are a contributory factor in chronic illnesses such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, auto-immune conditions and cancer. This handbook for practitioners explains how to identify and treat such biochemical imbalances in order to better understand and manage a patient's ill-health.The book examines a range of biochemical imbalances, including compromised adrenal or thyroid function, gastro-intestinal imbalances, immune system problems and sex hormone imbalances, and explains how and why such states occur. It pulls together a wide range of evidence to show how such imbalances are involved in the most common chronic diseases. It helps practitioners to understand how to identify the imbalances through appropriate case history taking and laboratory testing, and how to design and implement effective nutritional interventions. Developed by leading academics and practitioners in the fields of nutritional therapy and functional medicine, this evidence-informed approach can be used with all patients who present in clinic, regardless of whether or not they have a 'named medical condition'. In the final chapter, a case example illustrates how to use the theoretical information in the practice of treating patients with chronically compromised health. Biochemical Imbalances in Disease is an essential text for nutritional therapy practitioners, as well as for students, and will be welcomed by complementary and conventional healthcare practitioners alike.Trade Reviewif, on the other hand, you are interested in revising your biochemistry and physiology and looking critically at the evidence and possibilities for individualised nutritional interventions to optimise health then here you have a valuable source of reference to use to extend and inform your practice. -- Journal of Herbal MedicineBiochemical Imbalances in Disease will prove to be an important publication that adds to the expanding body of literature about functional medicine (FM)....The authors' careful explanations in this volume illustrate how clinical practice, coupled with skills learned through rigorous training in FM, can successfully bring to the therapeutic relationship real patient-centred answers for chronic, complex illnesses. -- from the Foreword by David S. Jones, MD, FABFP, President and Director of Medical Education, The Institute of Functional MedicineAn unusual text which discusses biochemical imbalances in gastro-intestinal, endocrine and immune diseases. It describes the diagnosis of imbalance and proposes therapeutic approaches, many based on nutrition and life style. Worth reading by pediatricians and practicing physicians. -- Zvi Laron * Pediatric Endocrinology Reviews, Vol 15., No. 2 *Table of ContentsForeword by David Jones, President of The Institute for Functional Medicine, USA. 1. The Healthcare Futurescape - How Did We Get Here and Where Are We Going? Lorraine Nicolle, Thames Valley University, UK, and Ann Woodriff Beirne, complementary therapist, Australia. 2. Gastro-Intestinal Imbalances. Laurence Trueman, University of Worcester, UK, and Justine Bold, Lecturer, Institute of Health, Social Care and Psychology, University of Worcester, UK. 3. Compromised Detoxification. Angelette Muller, Thames Valley University, UK, and Christabelle Yeoh, Specialist Physician, Breakspear Medical Group, UK. 4. Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids (PUFAs): Imbalances in Status and Metabolism. Part 1. Lorraine Nicolle and Ada Hallam. Part 2. Smita Hanciles and Zeller Pimlott, Thames Valley University, UK. 5. The Metabolic Syndrome: Insulin Resistance, Dyslipidaemia and Dysglycaemia. T. Michael Culp, Medical Director of Integrative Health Solutions, Ltd, UK. 6. Compromised Thyroid and Adrenal Function. Jane Nodder, University of Westminster, UK. 7. Sex Hormone Imbalances. Kate Neil, Director of the Centre for Nutrition Education and Lifestyle Management, UK. 8. Dysregulation of the Immune System - A Gastro-Centric Perspective. Michael Ash, Clinical Consultant for Integrative Health Consulting, Ltd, UK. 9. Poor Energy Production and Increased Oxidative Stress. Surinder Phull, Thames Valley University, UK. 10. Dysregulated Neurotransmitter Function. Basant Puri, Imperial College London, UK, and Helen Lynam, Nutritional Therapist, UK. 11. Putting Knowledge into Practice - A Case Study. Lorraine Nicolle and Kate Neil. References.

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Book SynopsisIn Clean Gut, Alejandro Junger, M.D, New York Times bestselling author of Clean and creator of the world-famous Clean Program, delivers a complete toolkit for reversing disease and sustaining life-long health.All of today’s most-diagnosed ailments can be traced back to an injured and irritated gut.Trade Review"My go-to doctor, Alejandro Junger understands health-literally from the inside out! Clean Gut is revelatory and rejuvenating." -- Gwyneth Paltrow "Dr. Junger blesses us with his knowledge about our bodies and the root cause of disease. A powerful book and a must-read for anyone who wants to truly understand our elaborate makeup." -- Stacy Keibler "Clean Gut is amazing. This comprehensive program fits perfectly with holistic, empirical and time-tested nutritional and spiritual methods for bringing the micro-biome, our internal micro-community, back onto our side to sustain a blissful life." -- Robert Thurman, Jey Tsong Khapa Professor of Buddhist studies, Columbia University, Co-Founder, Tibet House "Compliments on your glowing skin and svelte figure are just frosting on the cake; your body's natural healing abilities will be restored, insulin levels regulated, and your liver detoxified." -- Vogue.com "Clean Gut is absolutely fantastic! A perfect companion to Clean, it is a meaningful guide to a sustainable and durable lifestyle of health and happiness. Bravo." -- Jeremy London, M.D., General Vascular, Thoracic, and Cardiovascular Surgeon, at Savannah Vascular and Cardiac Institute "Dr. Junger is spot on with Clean Gut! The first step in healing yourself is healing your gut. If you or someone you know wants to achieve optimal health - this book is a must read." -- Amy Myers, M.D., Founder & Medical Director of Austin UltraHealth "Dr. Junger shows us the power we have on a day-to-day basis to strive to be the healthiest, most beautiful beings possible." -- Donna Karan

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Book SynopsisWinner of the Society for Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis (SCEH) Arthur Shapiro Award for Best Book on HypnosisTrade Review"[A]n extraordinary book, one that will surely become a classic in the fields of hypnosis and psychotherapy." -- The Milton H. Erickson Foundation NewsletterTable of ContentsConfronting the Challenges of Over-reactivity The Psychophysiology of Emotional Reactivity Preliminary Considerations for Using the Toolbox Tier 1: Identify the Start of an Over-reaction and Respond Appropriately Tier 2: Focus Attention, Calm, and Deepen Tier 3: Healing Strategies Tier 4: Behavioral and Practice Session Rehearsa Application of Tools with Common Anxiety Disorders Application of Tools with Severe Anxiety Disorders Application of Tools Within Marital/Committed Relationship Therapy Application of Tools Within Parent/Child, Sibling, Work, and Friendship Relationships Roadblocks and Challenges Epilogue Chapter 13 Promoting Adaptive Action: General Treatment Principles

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Book SynopsisTropical diseases have become a prominent focus with the United Nations Millennium Development Goals and previously neglected diseases now have the funding for research. As a result there have been enormous leaps in our understanding of diseases, such as malaria and schistosomiasis. The hope of the United Nations has been to incorporate this research into clinical improvement for those impoverished by these diseases. In addition, interest in travel, rapid transportation of tourists and immigrants seeking education and employment as well as climate changes have made tropical diseases a worldwide phenomenon. In this yearbook we have several chapters on tropical diseases, but also some interesting chapters on mental health issues and holistic health from around the world.

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Book SynopsisThe latest and most accurate, peer-reviewed information on the role of vitamins and minerals in health and disease An Evidence-Based Approach to Vitamins and Minerals: Health Benefits and Intake Recommendations is a trusted resource for the health professional who needs to interpret the explosion of studies on the role of micronutrients in health and disease and who is concerned about the proliferation of dietary supplements now available to the consumer. This evidence-based reference, now in a second edition, presents the most current scientific, epidemiological and clinical research on the role of vitamins and minerals in preventing disease and promoting optimal health. Organized by micronutrient, the book covers biological function, deficiency, recommended daily allowance, role in disease prevention and treatment, sources, safety, and interactions with other micronutrients and drugs--all endorsed by the internationally acclaimed Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon State University. Special Features: Each chapter reviewed by a recognized expert in the field, who also served on the book's Editorial Advisory Board Contains the latest intake recommendations from the Linus Pauling Institute, as well as the Food and Nutrition Board of the Institute for Medicine Provides a complete index by disease or disorder that facilitates easy location of condition-specific information found in multiple chapters Extensively referenced, with hundreds of citations from the most current experimental, clinical and epidemiological studies Includes useful appendices covering drug-nutrient interactions and nutrient-nutrient interactions, a glossary of terms, a units conversion table, and the Linus Pauling Institute "Prescription for Health," summarizing its recommendations for a healthy diet, lifestyle, and supplement use Taking the approach that micronutrients play a significant role not only inTable of ContentsChapter 1 Biotin Chapter 2 Folic Acid Chapter 3 Niacin Chapter 4 Pantothenic Acid Chapter 5 Riboflavin Chapter 6 Thiamin Chapter 7 Vitamin A Chapter 8 Vitamin B6 Chapter 9 Vitamin B12 Chapter 10 Vitamin C Chapter 11 Vitamin D Chapter 12 Vitamin E Chapter 13 Vitamin K Chapter 14 Calcium Chapter 15 Chromium Chapter 16 Copper Chapter 17 Fluoride (Fluorine) Chapter 18 Iodine Chapter 19 Iron Chapter 20 Magnesium Chapter 21 Manganese Chapter 22 Molybdenum Chapter 23 Phosphorus Chapter 24 Potassium Chapter 25 Selenium Chapter 26 Sodium Chloride Chapter 27 Zinc Appendix 1 Nutrient-Nutrient Interactions Appendix 2 Drug-Nutrient Interactions Appendix 3 Quick Reference to Diseases Appendix 4 Glossary The Linus Pauling Institute's Prescription for Healthy Living

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Book SynopsisSurface marking of keynotes is anew and very interesting method of studying Materia Medica. Every possible attempt has been made to present the individualistic feature of every drug to make the study interesting and within easy grasp. In this book there are three different coloured dots (red, blue, green) marked on the body surface to denote the location and gradation of symptoms covered. In this way we can easily frame a picture or get an impression in our mind about which drug for which part of the body is most affected by it. Symptoms are written opposite the body sketch and only the most striking characteristics and clinical symptoms are shown. All drug symptoms are arranged according to there clinical importance under three grades and not in an anatomical order for easy reference.

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Book SynopsisThis book will help you as a friend and as an antenatal caregiver so you can enjoy your pregnancy, and provide valuable tips for your postnatal period to complete your experience of motherhood.

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Book SynopsisExploring the relationship between the eight extraordinary vessels, and the zangfu and extraordinary organs, this ground-breaking book provides a new way of looking at the deep connection between the flow of qi through the primary channels, the placement of the confluent points of the extraordinary vessels along the primary channel system, and Daoist conceptions of the evolution of consciousness. He emphasizes the importance of the dai mai channel in integration. The author points to direct relationships between the primary channels, the extraordinary channels, and the zangfu and extraordinary organs which demonstrate a deep, underlying, and continuous connection between the individual and their environment, a continuous connection to Heaven above and Earth below, and, perhaps most importantly, an underlying drive of the channel systems to continually, experientially bring us back to the transcendent unity that we are always a part of, the natural state. This book will enlarge the perspective of Chinese medicine practitioners, and martial artists, and prompt new approaches to treatment.Trade ReviewThis is a valuable book for Chinese Medicine and qigong practitioners. As a Chinese Medicine and qigong practitioner myself, I felt that not enough attention was paid to the Extraordinary Vessels and Organs in my university degree course. The author does a great job in restoring some of the spiritual and Daoist concepts back into Chinese Medicine. I recommend this book to Chinese Medicine students and practitioners because I am sure it will deepen their understanding and expand their view of Chinese Medicine, restoring some of its lost depth. -- Kenneth Morgan * Medical Qigong Education Centre *Table of Contents1. The Natural State in Daoism and Chinese Medicine. 2. Vertical and Horizontal Integration: The Dynamic Flow of Qi at the Level of Humanity. 3. The Dai Mai. 4. The Ying Qi Cycle and a Relation of the Extraordinary Vessels to Daoist Cosmology. 5. Pairing the Extraordinary Vessels and the Extraordinary Organs. 6. The Ying Qi Cycle and the Extraordinary Organs. 7. Pairing the Extraordinary Vessels with the Primary Channels and Zangfu.

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Book SynopsisCountries in Africa, Asia and Latin America use traditional medicine to help meet some of their primary health care needs. In industrialized countries, adaptations of traditional medicine are termed 'Complementary' or 'Alternative' (CAM). This book describes various traditional medicines used throughout the world.Table of Contents1. Introduction to Traditional Medicine; 2. European Folk Medicine: Owen Davies; 3. Native North American Medicine: John Crellin; 4. South American Medicine; 5. Africa: Gillian Scott; 6. Chinese and Tibetan Medicine: Steven Kayne; 7. Indian Ayurveda and Ulana; 8. Japanese Kampo Medicine: Haruki Yamada; 9. Korean Medicine: II-Moo Chang; 10. Pacific: Rosemary Beresford; 11. Biblical Medicine: Kenneth Collins.

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Book SynopsisThis is the comprehensive guide to utilising nutrigenomics in clinical practice. A cutting-edge field, nutrigenomics examines the effects of foods on gene expression. From a comprehensive patient history and appropriate testing, practitioners can work with the patient to correct underlying biochemical imbalances that may predispose to a disease, using nutrigenomics as a guidance tool. The book covers everything a practitioner needs to know, from the difference between nutrigenomics and epigenetics to what to consider when incorporating nutrigenomics with functional medicine. The book is highly practical, guiding the reader through the realities of using genetic testing in clinical practice.Trade ReviewIf you are a student or work in the arena of Nutrition, Functional or Integrative Medicine and want to know more about the complexities of working with the emerging science of Nutrigenomics in practice, then this is certainly the book for you. It is a complete package of detail, evidence, application, and practitioner competencies to underpin further training. -- Alison Benbow, course leader of the Nutritional therapy MSc at University of Worcester and Nutritional Therapy Education Board memberAn ideal mix of theory and practical application in-depth research applied to a detailed case history. Insightful, well written and interesting. An essential handbook for both new and experienced practitioners using or interested in genetic testing in clinical practice. -- Karen Watkins Nutritional Therapist Mineral Check Ltd (HMA Testing Laboratory)Nutrigenomics made practical. The use of one individual as a case study through out is illuminating, making the technical information accessible and real. I'm sure this book will become a desk bible for all Nutritional Therapists using nutrigenomics in their clinical practice. -- Clare Grundel, MSc Registered Nutritional Therapist, Science and Education Manager, BANTIn this time there is a great emphasis on genetics and its relationship to health. As the science advanced, numerous tests both genetic and functional have arisen and a new lexicon was born.Practitioners who work in this area generally speak in an impenetrable code with words like genomics, epigenetics, Nutrigenomics. Metabolomics, etc.This has led to bewilderment to both the traditional and alternative medicine practitioners as to the interpretation of the vast amount of information available and how to apply it to the individual patient.To date there has been no single source that unites the science and practical application of this very complex area...until now.Anne Pemberton has created a work that walks you through the very basics through the most advanced concepts. The utilization of case studies makes this book doubly valuable.Her Practical advice gives the practitioner and layperson direction in the generalities and specifics of treatment including test interpretation and the effects of polymorphic genes.Wisely, she explains the treatment concepts and what is important to look for in the nutraceuticals but does not advise you as to which products to buy. This takes away any bias that would be inherent in treatises that recommend particular product lines.I have been practicing in this area for close to three decades and I must say this is the most clinically useful book I have ever had the pleasure of reading. For those practicing Nutrigenomics, this is the only source you will need. -- Jess P. Armine DC, RN, Centre for BioIndividualized Medicine, USATable of ContentsIntroduction. 1. Background to nutrigenomics testing. 2. Why has Ella's case been chosen? 3. Assimilation. 4. Biotransformation and Elimination. 5. Phase two Biotransformation and Elimination. 6. Genes associated with nutrient metabolism. 7. Genes associated with neurodegenerative disease. 8. Insightful models for further exploration. 9. Nutrigenomics competencies.

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Book SynopsisThe Ling Shu, considered to be the Canon of Acupuncture, is translated here by Wu Jing-Nuan in its context as the first known treatise about acupuncture with its associated medical procedures and for its philosophical beauty.

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Book SynopsisIn Z''ev Rosenberg''s second book, the scholar-physician shares his insights from his study of discrimination of movement in the vessels in the Nàn Jing. This book provides an accessible window into the world of classic vessel discrimination, and a deep explanation of the Nàn Jing as well as advising how it can inform modern clinical practice. The first chapters of the Nàn Jing examine the parameters of depth, length, qualities, five phase relationships, viscera/bowel, channel/network vessel and season. Ripples in the Flow is designed as a compendium text that provides a commentary on these essential vessel discrimination chapters, as a teaching text, and as a clinical manual for practitioners of both acupuncture and herbal medicine. It will be especially useful for practitioners of five phase approaches to Chinese and Asian medical systems, as it will provide clear classical references for the knowledge that they have been taught in their formal training.Trade ReviewA masterfully written companion commentary of the essential pulse chapters in the Nàn Jing. It reminds us to reshape and further develop our understanding of vessel dynamics and architecture as they relate to time, space and breath motion. -- Kerri Westhauser, DACM, L.Ac., Director Chinese Herbal Medicine, Maryland University of Integrative HealthThe value of time - taken to understand the landscape of a patient's health - is irreplaceable and nowhere is this truer than in pulse diagnosis. With deep insight and vast clinical experience, Z'ev Rosenberg reflects on the qualitative nature of one of our most important diagnostic tools. He reveals the depth of this foundation text as well as its relevance in contemporary practice. With the increasing integration of Chinese medicine into the mainstream, the tradition of such commentary has never been more important. -- Noah Rubinstein, Clinic Director, The Yinova CenterZ'ev Rosenberg has distilled decades of clinical and textual ruminations into a concise and very readable guide. Taking up the tradition of classical commentary, the reader is given a seat at the table while an experienced clinician engages the pulse sections of the Nàn Jing while also taking note of commentary over the centuries. For someone like myself who always has more to learn about pulse diagnosis, it is a pleasure to see questions that have come up for me answered from the perspective of the modern clinic. Concepts which seem opaque in the original text come to life when applied in case studies and pulse descriptions. This is a fine example of classical concepts translated for today's practitioner. -- Jason D. Robertson, Seattle Institute of East Asian Medicine

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsSection 1 The body and its constituents 1 Anatomy and organisation of the body 2 Physiological chemistry and processes 3 Cells and tissues Section 2 Communication 4 The blood 5 The cardiovascular system 6 The lymphatic system 7 The nervous system 8 The special senses 9 The endocrine system Section 3 Intake of raw materials and elimination of waste 10 The respiratory system 11 Introduction to nutrition 12 The digestive system 13 The urinary system Section 4 Protection and survival 14 The skin 15 Resistance and immunity 16 The musculoskeletal system 17 Introduction to genetics 18 The reproductive systems Glossary Normal values Bibliography

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Book SynopsisChinese Medicine constantly refers back to its sources in order to initiate the new. Its source code is in the Han Dynasty medical classics, and in this handbook esteemed practitioner and educator Professor Z'ev Rosenberg shares the knowledge from his study of these classic texts and his experiences treating difficult cases.In the tradition of the scholar-physician commentaries, Z'ev Rosenberg comments on the Simple Questions that introduce the core principles of the Inner Canon; explaining how these inform his methodology of diagnosis and advising on how biomedical diseases can be retranslated into sophisticated Chinese medical diagnoses including patterns of differentiation, sequential diagnosis, synchronicity, season, climate and environment. He discusses how Chinese medicine can use unique diagnostic parameters to rebalance the landscape and chronobiology of the body and address the greatest clinical challenges of our time, including the contemporary epidemic of autoimmune disorders.Trade ReviewAn invaluable encouragement to budding practitioners and seasoned experts alike. -- Arnaud Versluys, PhD, MD (China), LAc, Director, Institute of Classics in East Asian MedicineSpiced up liberally with enlightening quotations from Chinese medical literature ... This book is a powerful distillation of the key messages from the ancient Chinese medical classics, as relevant today as they were two thousand years ago. -- from the foreword, by Dr Sabine WilmsTable of ContentsPraise for Returning to the Source. Dedication. Foreword by Sabine Wilms. Acknowledgements. Introduction. 1. Philosophy and medical education: The missing piece. 2. Ecological medicine: The heart of the Su wen medical philosophy. 3. Chinese medicine and the internal pharmacy: The body/mind's self healing tools and substances. 4. The Picasso Principle: Developing multivalent diagnostic acumen. 5. The technician and scholar physician. 6. Thermodynamics and autoimmune disease: Essential principles of treatment. 7. Mài xiàng ??/Pulse image: The core of Chinese medical diagnosis. 8. Zàng xiàng ??/Visceral manifestation: The core of Chinese medical diagnostic systems. 9. The perfect storm: An approach to time in Chinese medicine. 10. Gan yìng ??/Resonance: An essential principle of classical Chinese medicine. 11. Case histories. Afterword by Ken Rose. Appendix I: Drugs and their effects on the pulse. Appendix II: The importance of terminology and language in grasping Chinese medicine. Appendix III: Resources for learning medical Chinese language. Appendix IV: Pulse maps from classical texts and physicians' schools. Appendix V: Abdominal Algorithms/Qualities of Palpation. Appendix VI: Nan jing 18 pulse model. Glossary of terms and classical texts. References.

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Book SynopsisWritten by a well-established teacher of the practice, this guide to the mind-body therapy Zero Balancing is aimed at bodyworkers and all complementary medicine practitioners who work with qi. Zero Balancing uses hands-on conscious touch to address the relationship between energy and the structures of the body and clears blocks in energy flow to allow greater postural alignment and vitality. Rooting the esoteric aspects of qi and energy in a practical bodywork approach, the book is essential reading for any practitioner wishing to develop their awareness skills and access the world of energy medicine.Trade ReviewAlan Hext draws on his years of experience as both practitioner and teacher to guide the reader through a step-by-step account of the Zero Balancing process. His deep knowledge of classical Chinese medicine allows for a rich melding of East/West, providing insight into the structural and energetic patterning of the body-mind. An essential read for all body-workers! -- Sandra Hill - acupuncturist, author, teacher, author of Reclaiming the Wisdom of the Body and Chinese Medicine from the ClassicsTable of ContentsDedication; Acknowledgements; Disclosure;Contents; Listing of illustrations and photographs; Foreword; Introduction; 1. What is Zero Balancing; 2. A description of a Zero Balancing Session; 3. Learning Zero Balancing; 4. Working with the Body's Structure & Energy; 5. Distinguishing ways of touching Structure & Energy; 6. Signs of response and change; 7. An anatomy of the energy body; 8. The dorsal hinge; 9. Zero Balancing the pelvic and shoulder girdles; 10. Our key centres of gravity; 11. Qi energy; 12. Understanding energy through the Five Elements; 13. Zero Balancing touches the body-mind; 14. Zero Balancing as a bodywork meditation; 15. The value of learning Zero Balancing for Acupuncture practitioners; 16. Zero Balancing - Building Bridges; Appendix - The influence of JR Worsley's teaching in Fritz Smith's development of Zero Balancing; Selected Bibliography; Index

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Book SynopsisWorking with babies and children is most successful when therapists have a complete understanding and overview of all appropriate treatment options, and the effects of early influences on child health and development. This book shows therapists how to consider these factors in order to work more effectively within their individual areas of expertise. Contributors from a wide range of disciplines, including Ann Diamond Weinstein, Michael Shea, Carolyn Goh, Graham Kennedy, Matthew Appleton, David Haas, Thomas Harms, Franz Ruppert, Anita Hegerty and Kate Rosati, explore the influence of pregnancy, birth and family dynamics on the physical and mental health of babies and children. They show how these factors relate to common complaints, such as excessive and different types of crying, chronic illnesses and poor immune systems, and behavioural and attachment issues, and how complementary approaches can be best applied to treat these issues. This book also offers helpful advice for working within multidisciplinary teams. Illustrated with case studies and including examples from current research, this book is a valuable resource for therapists from diverse disciplines.Trade ReviewThis book provides a great overview about how we become conditioned by early life experiences, and clearly outlines important treatment principles when working with babies, children and families. It also provides an invaluable resource for health professionals about common denominators that lie behind a wide range of physical and psychological symptoms. A must read! -- Michael Kern, Course Director, Craniosacral Therapy Educational Trust, author of Wisdom in the BodyA useful book on child development and interrelations with parents and health personnel. Helpful to understand infant behaviour and thus direct to proper treatment if indicated. -- Zvi Laron * Pediatric Endocrinology Reviews, Vol 15, No. 1, September 2017 *In addition to addressing youngsters themselves, the book also explores the ramifications of these early influences on our adult clients. It provides an up to date and useful reference to anyone interested in the area. -- The Fulcrum, Issue 74, Spring 2018Table of ContentsForeword by Franklyn Sills. Acknowledgements. Disclaimer. Introduction. John Wilks, Bowen Technique and Craniosacral Therapy Practitioner, UK. 1. Stress During Pregnancy: Fetal-placental Mechanisms and Antidotes. Ann Diamond Weinstein, Preconception, Prenatal and Early Parenting Specialist, USA, and Michael J. Shea, Licensed Massage Therapist, Adjunct Faculty, Santa Barbara Graduate Institute, California, USA. 2. The Effects of Maternal Trauma on Children's Psychological Health. Professor Franz Ruppert, Professor of Psychology, University of Applied Sciences, Munich, Germany. 3. Polyvagal Theory and Vagal Tone in Babies. Dr Carolyn Goh, Private Bowen Therapy Practice, London, UK. 4. Attachment, Brains and and Babies: How We Are Shaped By Our Earliest Relationships. Graham Kennedy, Co-Founder and Joint Principal, Institute of Craniosacral Studies, UK. 5. Every Baby Has a Story to Tell: Memory Crying and Baby Body Language as an Expression of Experience in Babies. Matthew Appleton, Co-Founder and Director, Concious Embodiment Trainings, Bristol, UK. 6. Prenatal Umbilical Affect: The Great Prenatal Conundrum. Matthew Appleton. 7. How Therapists can Understand and Help with the Implications of Wider Family Dynamics. David Haas, Supervisor, UK Craniosacral Therapy Association. 8. Supporting Babies, Children, and their Families on their Journey of Integration. David Haas. 9. Allergies, Gut health, Autoimmunity and the Microbiome. Dr Carolyn Goh. 10. Interventions at Birth and How to Work with them. John Wilks. 11. Emotional First Aid for Babies and their Parents: Fundamentals and Practice of Attachment-Based Parent-Infant Body Psychotherapy. Thomas Harms, Co-Founder, Centre for Primary Prevention and Body Psychotherapy (ZePP), and the Crybaby Clinic, Berlin, Germany. 12. Therapies for Babies and Children. John Wilks and Anita Hegerty, Osteopath, UK. Appendices. Resources. Author Biographies. Subject Index. Author Index.

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Book SynopsisHave you ever felt emotionally and/or physically drained every time you have contact with a specific person? If so, you may have a Negative Psychic Cord attachment. Negative Psychic Cords are invisible cords connected over time and space between two individuals' Chakras. This unhealthy connection causes an emotional and energy drain creating Psychic Debris. Psychic Debris is unexplained phobias, anger, fears, grief, anxiety, stress, and negative emotions that can create puzzling physical and health problems in your life. You do not have to be a Reiki Healer-to perform a Psychic Cord Session, anyone can learn how! Included in the DVD: Complete step-by-step guidelines and instructions on how to guide yourself or another person through a Psychic Cord session, with or without Reiki. You will also learn: How Psychic Cords are created; What are Positive Psychic cords?; How to prevent Negative Psychic Cords; How to find out if you have a Negative Psychic Cord; Chakra protection; If you are Vi

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Book SynopsisThis book looks at how therapies involving animals can be used to help individuals with autism to develop skills, including sensory and social skills, to manage challenging behaviours, and improve quality of life.Whether participating in therapeutic horseback riding, utilizing a trained service dog, visiting a dolphin therapy center, or simply experiencing companion animal therapy, people with autism can reap a multitude of benefits from interaction with furry, feathered, and finned friends. Merope Pavlides relates the success stories of different animal-assisted interventions, as well as noting the challenges of working with particular animal species. She also emphasizes the importance of tailoring interventions to the specific needs of the individual and of monitoring progress.With recommendations for resources and further reading, this book will be of great interest to people with autism, their parents, and the professionals who work with them.Trade Reviewthis book is ideal for parents of children with autism exploring options to help their children overcome common behavioral, verbal, pshysical, and social hurdles. It is essential for parents of children with autism or individuals with autism who have made the decision to incorporate animal service or therapy into their lives. This book would also be incredibly useful for animal trainers, especially those belonging to service organizations who are considering accommodating individuals with autism in their service and therapy schemes. -- Journal of Autism and Developmental DisordersWhen I first received 'Animal-Assisted Interventions for Individuals with Autism' for review, I half expected it to be a cheerleading book filled with anecdotes about the panacea of using animals with those affected by autism. Thus, it was a pleasant surprise to find a well-written book that is well researched and addresses my interests and concerns as a psychologist new to the area of animal-assisted interventions. -- PsycCRITIQUES[E]ssential reading for families, teachers, and anyone who is interested in using service animals to help individuals on the autism spectrum -- from the foreword by Temple GrandinThis book looks at how therapies involving animals can be used to help individuals with autism to develop skill, including sensory and social skills, to manage challenging behaviors,and improve quality of life.Whether participating in therapeutic horseback riding,utilizing a trained service dog, visiting a dolphin therapy center, or simply experiencing companion animal therapy, people with autism can reap a multitude of beneifits from interaction with furry, feathered, and finned friends.With recommendations for resources and further reading, this book wull be of great interest to people with autism, their parents, and the professionals who work with them. -- Autism UsDid you know that dogs may be trained to help children with autism? I didn't until I read this fascinating book. The book contains many heart warming case studies describing how the child's quality of life has been improved through their interaction with animals. So read, enjoy and be inspired. -- NAPLICThe book provides practical advice for families considering a service dog. It highlights funding issues, problems faced by families aaand professionals, and makes reference to the problems and benefits of using animals in the community. I found this book fascinating and inspiring. Families and professionals can benefit from reading this book and adapt many of the ideas and perhaps inspire more people to use animals to provide opportunities to assist with communication, independence, relaxation, sensory exploration and emotional support. -- PMLD Link JournalTable of ContentsForeword by Temple Grandin. Acknowledgements. 1. Introduction. 2. Service Dogs. 3. Animal-assisted Therapy and Activities. 4. Companion Animals. 5. Therapeutic Riding. 6. Dolphin Therapy. 7. Conclusion. Appendix 1: Online Resources. References. Index.

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Book SynopsisThe most important classical text of Chinese Medicine, The Yellow Emperor's Classic of Chinese Medicine is often seen as daunting by students who are faced with a variety of different translations, of which some may not be reliable. This introductory guide makes it accessible to all, providing a summary of each chapter which emphasises the clinical relevance of the text.The author draws out how the text can be used to inform and improve clinical practice. It avoids overly scholarly discussions, and does not dwell on the minutiae of translation, making this book an easy and enlightening read.Trade ReviewAlthough the Neijing is arguably the most influential text in the history of Chinese medicine, it is one often unread and unexamined by modern clinicians. As a teacher of the Neijing, what I've found lacking is a book that summarizes the text - a book that draws out the marrow of the contents and presents it in a user-friendly way. Dr. Chang's book will fill this gap in providing readers an overview of each of the chapters in the Neijing Suwen. By providing a focused look at the chapters' key aspects, Chang provides newcomers with an easy entry into study, and experienced readers of the Neijing a quick reference to the essentials. -- Dr. Henry McCann, Doctoral Faculty for the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine, Director for the Institute for Classical Asian MedicineTable of ContentsTBC

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Book SynopsisPresents interactions between drugs and herbs, drugs and nutrients, and selected herbs and nutrients including foods and dietary factors. This book looks at the mechanisms of interaction and assesses the research available.Trade Review"This is certainly one of the best books around to discuss the complex area of interactions” Complementary Medicine, March / April 2009Table of ContentsInteractions Probability, Significance and Source Strength Guides Section I: Herbs Interacting with Drugs Aloe (Aloe vera) Astragalus (Astragalus membranaceus) Bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus) Black Cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa) Cascara Cayenne (Capsicum) Dang Gui (Angelica sinensis) Devil's Claw (Harpagophytum procumbens) Echinacea (Echinacea spp.) Eleuthero (Eleutherococcus senticosus) Ephedra (Ephedra sinica) Feverfew (Tanacetum parth.) Garlic (Allium sativum) Ginger (Zingiber off.) Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba) Ginseng, Chinese/Korean (Panax ginseng) Gotu Kola (Centella asiatica) Green Tea (Camellia sinensis) Hawthorn (Crataegus) Horse Chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum) Kava Kava (Piper methysticum) Licorice Root (Glycyrrhiza glabra) Milk Thistle Seed (Silybum marianum) Red Clover (Trifolium pratense) Reishi Mushroom (Ganoderma lucidum) Saw Palmetto (Serenoa repens) St. John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum) Turmeric/Curcumin (Curcuma longa) Valerian (Valeriana off.) Vitex/Chaste (Vitex agnus-castus) Section II: Nutrients Interacting with Drugs and Drug-Induced Nutrient Depletions A. Vitamins Beta-Carotene Folic Acid Vitamin A / Retinol Vitamin B1 / Thiamine Vitamin B2 / Riboflavin Vitamin B3 / Niacin/Niacinamide Vitamin B6 Vitamin B12 Vitamin C / Ascorbic Acid Vitamin D / Calciferol Vitamin E Vitamin K B. Minerals Boron Calcium Chromium Copper Iron Magnesium Potassium Selenium Zinc C. Amino Acids Arginine Carnitine Methionine Phenylalanine Tryptophan Tyrosine D. Nutriceuticals and Physiologics 5-HTP (5-Hydroxytryptophan) Alpha Lipoic Acid Chondroitin Sulfate Coenzyme Q10 DHEA (Dehydroepiandrosterone) Glucosamine sulfate Inositol Melatonin Omega 3 Fatty Acids (including Fish Oils: DHA and EPA) PABA (Para-aminobenzoic Acid) Policosanol Probiotic Intestinal Flora and Prebiotics S-adenosyl Methionine (SAMe) Section III: Cross Indexes A. Drugs by Trade Names B. Drugs by Generic Names C. Drugs by Drug Classes Index

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Book SynopsisThis holistic guide provides an integrative toolbox on how healthcare and fitness professionals can promote lifestyle medicine with their clients. Its clinical and evidence-informed approach focuses on the six primary lifestyle medicine factors: nutrition, exercise, sleep hygiene, stress management, risky substance use, and social connectedness. Each factor is enriched with a variety of strategies and advice including anti-inflammatory recipes, self-guided visualisation, tips on how to break bad habits, sustainable fitness, and mind-body exercises.Based on the author's 30+ years of experience as a trained physical therapist treating musculoskeletal conditions, this book's nonpharmacological and nonsurgical focus allows clients to feel empowered in taking charge of their health through a plethora of resources and techniques. It provides clear, actionable steps and real-world examples in order to nurture sustainable changes that promote long-term health and healing.Trade ReviewI was pleasantly surprised by the abundance of information regarding wellness, nutrition and exercise. The author shows the importance of understanding one's own chemistry and how nutrition plays a vital role in dealing with health issues. This also plays an important role in mental health. This book has so many foundational pillars surrounding wellness and nutrition which makes for a great learning resource. As a mental health professional I will definitely endorse this project and its positive impact on mental health! -- Anthony L Hines, RN-BC, PMHNP-BC, PHN, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse PractitionerThe Lifestyle Medicine Toolbox is a ground-breaking book that equips healthcare and wellness professionals with essential knowledge and tools to seamlessly integrate lifestyle medicine into patient care. This comprehensive resource not only provides evidence-based strategies to enhance patient care for optimal health but also emphasizes self-care practices. I highly recommend this book to every healthcare and wellness professional, as it revolutionizes patient care and transforms the way we view our own well-being. This book is a call to action for a more enlightened and compassionate approach to healthcare - a must-read for anyone committed to making a genuine difference in our patient's lives. -- Wendy Farnen Price PT, DPT, MS, NBC-HWC, DipACLM, FACLM, owner of Healthcore Lifestyle MedicineWe can all classify ourselves as caregivers, whether we are focused on helping others or finding tools and strategies to help ourselves stay active and healthy. Ziya Altug presents both scientifically-supported lifestyle medicine guidelines, as well as feasible daily practices to keep a sharp focus on well-being. The user-friendly self-care handouts are great conversation starters for your patients/clients, and offer a gentle reminder that you also have to "take care of yourself, before you can care for others". As a military veteran, and Physiotherapist, I innately understand the importance of getting back to the basics of healthy food, regular exercise, stress management, good sleep hygiene and nurturing strong social connections. What I appreciate about this book is the introduction to new topics (to me) of nature-based therapies such as natural light, soothing sounds, nature walks, together with expressive therapies and healing arts. Ziya provides a holistic, inclusive and accessible lifestyle medicine approaches for health recovery and growth, that do not involve medication or surgery. The Lifestyle Medicine Toolbox is a must-have book on your shelf if you are serious about sustainable health. -- Amanda L. Ager MScPT, MSc Experimental Medicine. Former military Physiotherapy Officer, Chair of the Global Health Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association (CPA) and Doctoral candidate, Ghent University, Belgium.What sets this book apart is the author's dedicated exploration of often overlooked areas in rehabilitation and patient management. He not only highlights their significance but also provides clear guidance on the integration into patient-centered care. The book offers practical examples that can be applied immediately, offering an abundance of options and ideas for tailoring prescriptions to each patient's unique needs, interests, availability, and resources. Whether you're a newcomer to lifestyle medicine or a seasoned practitioner seeking fresh ideas to enrich your toolkit, this book is an invaluable resource. It's a must-read that will leave you equipped to make a positive impact on both your own life and the lives of your patients. -- Tarina van der Stockt, PT, DPT, Physical TherapistModern healthcare can feel like a fast-paced, numbers-driven pursuit where the patient/provider relationship and quality of care is an afterthought. This book not only provides an alternative approach to patient care but challenges us as healthcare providers to be more mindful and purposeful in our interactions with our patients, and more caring toward ourselves. The Lifestyle Medicine Toolbox provides all health and wellness provides with a beautiful set of practical tools and clinical wisdom to enhance our practice. In this era of medical productivity, Ziya Altug's book is a breath of fresh air, which trumpets humble yet effective strategies to treat the entire person using approachable, heart-lead, and evidence-based information. This is the skillset modern healthcare needs to bring about true and honest healing to our patients and the healthcare system as a whole. -- Stacy Schiurring PT, DPT, CSRS, CCVR, Physical TherapistFrom the minute I picked up this book, I knew it was the perfect addition to my library of lifestyle medicine texts. Just scanning the Contents section impressed me - the logical outline, superb organization, and actual tools to use with patients or clients in real time! This book fills a gap not only for clinicians providing lifestyle and integrative medicine, but also for the patients and clients on the receiving end. It is a comprehensive text, yet distills important information into key concepts, clinical tips, and self-care patient handouts. I love the incorporation of mind-body practices and expanding concepts within lifestyle medicine such as Culinary Medicine and my personal favorite, Nature-Based Therapies. This is an essential evidence-based text for any healthcare clinician's bookshelf! -- Susan Spell, FNP-BC, DipACLM, Lifestyle Medicine & Holistic Health Coach and Nurse Practitioner

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Book SynopsisIn this practical guide, Nick Pole explains the philosophy and practice of Clean Language, a simple and highly effective way to facilitate mind/body communication in bodywork therapy. He explains how to use language to get to the heart of a client's physical problem, to engage the mind in the process of the body, and to create somatic change.Words that Touch provides compelling theoretical explanations and practical case studies to describe the importance of language and relationships in the practice of mind/body therapies. Practitioners of yoga, shiatsu, acupuncture, physiotherapy, The Feldenkrais Technique and more will find the guide transformative in increasing the connection with clients and developing their practice through language.Trade ReviewNick Pole has performed a real service by showing how Clean Language is something everyone can use. It is a pleasure to see my late friend David Grove's work receiving such practical explication and application. This is a how-to manual suitable for anyone who wants to be better at working with the wisdom within each of us. -- Ian McDermott, founder of International Teaching Seminars and UKCP certified psychotherapistFor all their skills in working with the body and its energies, few complementary practitioners pay careful attention to the language they use with their patients. With the help of this clear and compelling book they will be better able to practise the mind body medicine which they espouse. -- John Hamwee, acupuncturist and author of Zero Balancing, Intuitive Acupuncture and Acupuncture for New PractitionersWords that Touch gently balances the Ying and Yang of language and body, theory and practice with hundreds of stories, examples and personal anecdotes. Nick Pole's delightful book shows how Clean Language questions can transcend technique to become a way of being with another person's body and mind. -- James Lawley & Penny Tompkins, authors of Metaphors in Mind: Transformation through Symbolic ModellingNicholas Pole offers bodyworkers a new skill in this clear and elegant book, showing that the words we use directly affect our clients' Qi as much as our touch. With simple "clean" questions we can help them reach into and resolve the origin of their own condition. A valuable resource. -- Carola Beresford-Cooke, author of Shiatsu Theory and Practice and co-founder of the Shiatsu College UKNick Pole has written an important and convincing book. Spoken language and body language have drifted apart. Words that Touch introduces how to make dialogue an integral part of bodywork. Without any doubt many therapists and teachers of bodywork will find inspiration and practical guidance in it. -- Peter den Dekker, Chi Kung instructor, acupuncturist and author of The Dynamics of Standing StillI had the sense as I was reading, that I was sitting at the feet of a great teacher: the body. Words That Touch provides an insightful, clear and practical guide for accessing somatic intelligence. A profoundly helpful book. -- Rosalie Dores, mindfulness teacher, supervisor & trainerMight be the best book on Clean Language so far...The practical examples are excellent, with transcripts that aren't boring or baffling. It provides a fascinating insight into how Nick thinks, as a shiatsu practitioner. -- Judy Rees * JudyRees.co.uk *Nick Pole offers great techniques that can transform a consultation, making it easier for a client to be clearer about what they want. Some great case examples contextualise theory in practice, and the book makes for an informative and interesting read. -- David Feakes, MFHT * International Therapist, Autumn 2017 *At first read, I felt this book about the concept of clean language would be one I would refer to as and when I needed. But once I understood it more, I was hooked. I found it was well written and free flowing. I can see that it will give empowerment to clients during treatment sessions and beyond. -- Gillian Vincent, MFHT * International Therapist, Autumn 2017 *Nick has produced this excellent book presenting his approach. It provides not only a clear and concise introduction to the world of Clean Language - and how it links with bodywork - but it also provides clear references to the theory behind this way of working. I felt the book to be an excellent introduction and guide to both the practical use and the theory of Clean Language and 'how to ask questions your body can answer'. -- Adan Hellinger MRSS(T) * Shiatsu Society Journal *Table of ContentsPart One. 1. 'A Long Way From Yourself'. 2. Why Clean Language? 3. Keeping It Clean and Why It Matters. 4. Three Clean Questions. 5. Clean Questions for a Cold Shoulder. 6. Letting Your Body Answer Back. 7. Mind, Matter and Metaphor. 8. Embodied Language, Embodied Mind. 9. How Does It Work and Where Does It Come From? 10. The 12 Core Clean Language Questions. 11. The Client's Goals - What Would You Like To Have Happen? 12. What Happens When You Ask the Outcome Question. 13. A Clean Conversation. 14. A Clean Conversation - What Did You Learn? Part Two. 15. The Science Behind Clean Language. 16. Focusing the Mind on the Body. 17. From Body to Brain. 18. The Divided Brain. Part Three. Part 3.1 Introduction. 19. How To Structure A Session. 20. Sorting Out the Rubik Cube. 21. Exploring the Landscape. 22. Taking Less of the Load. Part 3.2 A Clean Approach to Trauma. 23. The Tidal Wave of Trauma. 24. Angry Red Blotches. 25. I Will Die Too. 26. Dropping the Baby. Part 3.3 Working with Embodied Double Binds. 27. The Panther in the Cage. 28. The Man Who Deserved to Die. 29. The Root of the Problem That Causes the Pain. Part 3.4 How Clean Should I Be? 30. Clean and the Therapeutic Relationship . 31. Clean Touch. 32. Approaching Childbirth with Clean Touch. Part 3.5 Interviews with Practitioners Who Use Clean Language. 1. Acupuncture. 2. CranioSacral Therapy. 3. Yoga Nidra. 4. Yoga and the Outcome Question. 5. Physiotherapy. 6. Teaching Tai Chi with Clean Questions. 7. Homeopathy. 8. Clean Language, Feldenkrais and Music. Part 3.6 A Final Word. References. Index.

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Book SynopsisComplementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is an emerging and increasingly popular group of treatments, therapies and philosophies of health and wellbeing. It is a fascinating and fast-changing area of social life, which also poses an interesting challenge to current healthcare delivery and policy making.This reader presents a lively and engaging collection of classic, controversial and new readings on CAM and covers issues including: changes in the way CAM is developing and being delivered holism and what this concept means to CAM practice changes in consumption and the health consumer that have lead to increased interest in CAM the safety and effectiveness of CAM treatments how integration is being achieved in contemporary society. The text provides insight into many of the current and complex issues surrounding CAM, and will appeal to everyone who is concerned with, or who has an interest in, complementTrade Review'Perspectives on Complementary and Alternative Medicine presents a lively and engaging collection of classic, controversial and new contributions on the topic.' - FACT, 2005Table of ContentsSECTION 1 CAM in context, SECTION 2 Users, practitioners and health beliefs: the healing relationship in CAM, SECTION 3 CAM in different settings, SECTION 4 Regulation, professionalisation and education: change and diversity, SECTION 5 Evidence and efficacy, SECTION 6 CAM in practice: diversity, integrations and development

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Book SynopsisCriticism of conventional medicine is often regarded as a product of the 1960s. This book lays to rest assumptions about the monopoly of health care by doctors in the first half of the twentieth century. It offers an analysis of popular beliefs and behaviours that reveals the compelling logic of personal decisions about health and healing.

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