Complementary and alternative medicine Books

Book SynopsisComplementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is a fascinating and fast-changing area of medicine. This book explores the challenging issues associated with CAM in the context of the social, political and cultural influences that shape people''s health. It: provides an overview of social change, consumption and debates arising from the increased public interest in CAM, arguing for and against different classifications discusses how CAM developed in a political and historical context, critically assessing the importance of ethics and values to CAM practice and how these inform what practitioners do analyzes the question of what people want, the changing contested nature of health, and the nature of personal and social factors associated with the use of CAM examines the diversity of settings in which CAM takes place explores the social, political and economic milieu in which CAM is provided and used. The book is one of threTable of ContentsPart 1: CAM Organisation: Safety and Standards 1. Knowledge, names, fraud and trust, Geraldine Lee-Treweek 2. Education and training in CAM, Lorraine Williams, Julie Stone and Geraldine Lee-Treweek 3. Regulation and control, Geraldine Lee Treweek 4. Political power and professionalisation, Mike Saks and Geraldine Lee-Treweek 5. Homoeopathy: principles, practice and controversies, Phil Nicholls, Geraldine Lee-Treweek and Tom Heller Part 2: Researching CAM 6. A critical look at orthodoxy medical approaches, Tom Heller, Dick Heller and Gavin Yamey 7. Understanding research, Hilary MacQueen, Sheena Murdoch and Andrew Vickers 8. Researching CAM interventions, Tom Heller 9. Evaluating CAM practice, Tom Heller, Dione Hills and Elaine Weatherly-Jones

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Book SynopsisTable of Contents1 Osteopathy and its interactions among different kinds of tissue organizations 2 Neural crest cells and migrating mesothelial cells: organizers of structure, form, and function 3 About pediatrics 4 The importance of osteopathic visceral techniques for the development of the young brain: a hypothesis 5 The importance of tissue integrity in the metabolic field 6 The heart as a key point in the osteopathic approach 7 The fascial concept and its history in osteopathic philosophy 8 Body memory and the original lesion 9 Mental image and its therapeutic value Index

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Book SynopsisWritten for speech therapists and doctors, this book gives a precise, practical summary of anthroposophical therapeutic speech.Table of ContentsIntroductionPart One: Foundations of Therapeutic Speech1. Historical Development2. The Significance of Air3. Speech as Formed Exhalation4. Artistic Means4.1 The Consonants4.2 The Vowels4.3 Sound -- Syllable -- Word -- Sentence -- Gesture5. Relationship Between the Artistic Means and the Human Being5.1 The Human Being and the Consonants5.2 The Human Being and his Voice5.3 The Breathing Human Being 6. "Knowledge of the Human Being" with Regard to Speech 6.1 The Threefold Human Being6.2 The Bodily Members and their Involvement in the Speech Process6.3 Five Effects of Speech Development6.4 Speech and its Relation to Other Arts6.5 Therapeutic Speech and Eurythmy TherapyPart Two: The Practice of Therapeutic Speech 7. General Diagnosis in Therapeutic Speech7.1 Diagnosis According to Stance, Breath, Voice, Articulation and Thinking8. Aspects of Therapy8.1 Cause and Cure of Illness8.2 Speech Formation as a Path of Practice 8.3 The Specific Therapeutic Approach8.4 Additional Therapeutic Speech Elements9. Neurasthenia and Hysteria: A Medical-Artistic Comparison9.1 The Medical Perspective9.2 The Artistic Perpective9.3 Recitation and Declamation9.4 The Therapeutic Ideal9.5 Characteristics of Both Types of Constitution in Speech Diagnosis 10. Observations of Some Illnesses with Case Examples10.1 Asthma and Depression -- A Comparative Breathing Study10.2 Eating Disorders -- The Soul's Refusal to Breathe its way down into the Body10.3 Iron Deficiency Anaemia and Speech Processes10.4 Tinnitus -- The Hearing Activity Turned Inside Out 11. Further Case Examples12. Typical Speech Disorders, their Assignment to the Articulation Regions and Therapy12.1 Labial (Lip) Region12.2 Dental (Tongue/Teeth) Region12.3 Velar (Palate) Region12.4 Voice and Breath13. Processes of Development13.1 Process Description of a Course of Therapy in Seven Steps of Development13.2 The Schooling Path of the Therapeutic Speech Practitioner

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Book SynopsisA comprehensive overview of the pioneering time of therapeutic speech, including biographies, speech exercises and background essays.Trade Review'It's a great step to have a publication dealing with this little understood and under appreciated work which hopefully will make it more accessible to others outside the field ... this book also provides a stimulus and inspiration to present and future specialists in the field.'-- New View

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Book SynopsisExplore the many forms of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) practiced today and discover their histories, guiding principles, purported benefits, and potential risks. Part of Bloomsbury's Q&A Health Guides series, this book examines a wide variety of forms of CAM popular in the 21st century. The volume's 48 questions begin with 10 that address foundational topics such as who uses CAM, how CAM has been studied and regulated, and how to gauge a particular treatment's safety and efficacy for yourself. The remaining 38 questions cover alternative medical systems and complementary treatments, including mind-body interventions, biologically based therapies, manipulation- and body-based methods, and energy therapies. Each answer utilizes a standardized format that examines a treatment's history, how it's practiced, the scientific community's view, potential benefits and risks, and special considerations. The text takes an unbiased approach, balancing respecTable of ContentsSeries Foreword Acknowledgments Introduction Guide to Health Literacy Common Misconceptions about Complementary and Alternative Medicine Questions and Answers CAM Basics 1. What is complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) and how is it different from “regular” medicine? 2. Who uses CAM and why? 3. Can children and teenagers use CAM? 4. Do I need my health care practitioner’s permission to use CAM? 5. What type of scientific research has been done on CAM? 6. Are CAM practitioners regulated in the United States? 7. Are CAM therapies safe? 8. Are CAM therapies effective? 9. What is the placebo effect? 10. How much do CAM therapies cost? Is CAM covered by health insurance? Alternative Medical Systems 11. What is Chinese Traditional Medicine? 12. What is Ayurvedic medicine? 13. What is homeopathy? 14. What is naturopathy? 15. What is folk medicine? 16. What is religious healing? 17. What is Native American medicine? Mind-Body Interventions 18. What is meditation? 19. What is psychic healing? 20. What is biofeedback? 21. What is guided imagery? 22. What is hypnosis? 23. What is yoga? 24. What is tai chi? 25. How do relaxation techniques work? Biologically Based Therapies 26. What is herbal medicine or therapy? 27. What is vitamin therapy? 28. How do dietary supplements or specialized diets work? 29. What are animal-derived extracts? 30. What is botanical therapy? 31. What is chelation? 32. What is aromatherapy? Manipulation and Body-Based Methods 33. What is chiropractic? 34. What is massage therapy? 35. What is Rolfing? 36. What is osteopathic manipulation therapy? 37. What is reflexology? 38. What is craniosacral therapy? 39. What is acupressure? 40. What is acupuncture? 41. What is gua sha? 42. What is cupping? 43. What is ear candling? Energy Therapies 44. What is qi gong? 45. What is reiki? 46. What is therapeutic touch? 47. What is magnet therapy? 48. What is crystal therapy? Case Studies Glossary Directory of Resources Index

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Book SynopsisChronic fatigue syndrome is a confusing and disputed disorder that affects more and more people. Here, Naheed Ali sheds light on this ill-understood and yet debilitating disorder. Readers will come away with not only a better understanding of what constitutes CFS but various ways of dealing with its symptoms.Trade ReviewAli, a TV talk-show guest and author of Understanding Pain (2015) and other guides for patients and caregivers focusing on lung cancer, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s, obesity, arthritis, and diabetes, now presents an in-depth look at chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). . . . Seriously comprehensive, this volume covers the basics (including CFS naming issues), the clinical picture, CFS’ many faces, and various approaches toward resolution. The back matter includes a glossary; five appendixes, from clinics to further reading; copious endnotes; and a bibliography. Best for collections strong on health sciences. * Booklist *Table of ContentsPreface Part I: Groundwork 1 Energy and the Human Body 2 History of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Part II: Clinical Picture 3 Causes and Risk Factors 4 Pathology of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome 5 Diagnosing Chronic Fatigue Syndrome 6 Role of the Family Physician, Internist and Neurologist 7 Role of the Hospital in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Part III: Many Faces 8 Fatigue and the Human Body 9 Viral, Neuropsychiatric, and Neuroendocrine Hypotheses Part IV: Resolutions 10 Natural Approaches to Chronic Fatigue Syndrome 11 Pharmacological Approaches to Chronic Fatigue Syndrome 12 Addressing the Mind in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome 13 Collective Efforts 14 Conclusion Appendix A: CFS Related Links Appendix B: CFS Research and Training Appendix C: CFS and Related Organizations Appendix D: Nationally Recognized CFS Clinics Appendix E: For Further Reading

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Book SynopsisThis kind of systematic work is exactly what is needed for people to help bridge traditional Ayurvedic practice with modern science.Venkatraman Ramakrishnan, Nobel laureate, current president of the Royal Society and group leader at the Medical Research Council Laboratory of Molecular Biology, Cambridge Biomedical Campus, UKAyurvedic Pharmacopoeial Plant Drugs: Expanded Therapeutics is the first review of all the therapeutic sections of 456 plant drugs in the first six volumes of the Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India. It covers pharmacognosy of classical Ayurvedic herbs, their chemical constituents, therapeutic uses, and doses on the basis of contemporary scientific literature.The book reviews the classical attributes, compounds, and textual references of Ayurvedic plant drugs and updates the pharmacopoeial attributes of Ayurvedic herbs and formulations to make them more industry-oriented and facilitate their implementation. SanTrade Review"This book is an excellent reminder of the importance of Ayurvedic herbs and is an indispensable reference for any serious student of herbal medicine, regardless of tradition."—Paul Joseph Ratte, Doody’s Book Reviews"I don't remember to have seen a better documentation which could position Indian Ayurvedic medicines into getting recognized in the international usages. It has got another advantage of integrating Ayurveda with modern medicine."—Prof. N.K. Ganguly, Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India"This book is an excellent reminder of the importance of Ayurvedic herbs and is an indispensable reference for any serious student of herbal medicine, regardless of tradition."—Paul Joseph Ratte, Doody’s Book Reviews"I don't remember to have seen a better documentation which could position Indian Ayurvedic medicines into getting recognized in the International usages… I highly recommend the use of this book…" —Prof. Nirmal Kumar Ganguly, Society for New Age Herbals Table of ContentsA-Z Listing of 456 Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeial Plant Drugs.

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Book SynopsisGiven current trends toward obesity, sedentary lifestyles, and poor diets, hypertension is increasingly becoming a disease of the young as well as the elderly, affecting about 1 billion people worldwide. Many patients, especially the younger ones, would prefer alternative treatments. While natural remedies have been used for much longer than pharmaceutical-based treatments, few Western physicians are trained in alternative treatments of hypertension. Written by a dual board-certified nephrologist and internist as well as a Harvard-trained doctor of chemistry, Integrative Treatment of Hypertension: A Clinical and Mechanistic Approach offers an alternative approach to treating hypertension, providing sound mechanisms of action and practical implementation advice.The author meticulously analyzes the efficacy of treatments based on data from respected medical journals. The book begins with an introduction to the subject and explains the mechanisms of blood pressure and hyTable of ContentsDiagnosis of hypertension. Principles of hypertension. Common causes of hypertension. Blood pressure medications. Diets. Physical activity, relaxation techniques, and acupuncture. Dietary (nonpharmaceutical) supplements. Treating hypertension. Appendix A: Antihypertensive methods. Appendix B: Antihypertensive dosing. Appendix C: Blood pressure goals and special populations. Index.

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Book SynopsisKeep your family healthy and chemical free by making your own natural remedies. Stephanie Tourles offers 150 original recipes for herbal balms, oils, salves, liniments, and other topical ointments to treat a wide range of conditions. This comprehensive guide is filled with safe and effective cures for scores of common ailments, including headaches, backaches, arthritis, insomnia, splinters, and more. Take control of your well-being and stock your family’s medicine cabinet with gentle, all-natural homemade healing formulations.

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Book SynopsisWhat social change has been achieved over the past 30 years?What have been the main barriers to progress?What great achievements can we identify and celebrate today?Marking Jessica Kingsley Publishers' 30th year of publishing books on social and behavioural issues, this book gathers together over 30 leading thinkers from diverse disciplines - from autism specialists and social workers through to trans rights activists and complementary therapists.Contributors provide a thoughtful account of how their field of expertise has changed over the past 30 years, and how they see it evolving in the future.Offering a unique insight into many professions, 30 Years of Social Change highlights much of the positive social change achieved in the past 30 years across these fields and the challenges we face in the future.Table of Contents1. How our understanding of and approach to autism has developed over 30 years. Tony Attwood. 2. The Stigma of Autism. Dr Luke Beardon. 3. What I have learnt over three decades as a child and adolescent psychiatrist. Nisha Dogra. 4. Therapeutic Communities: adapt or die!. Rex Haigh and Jan Lees. 5. Mental Health Stigma: Talking and Taboo. Sarah Carr. 6. Developments in Art Therapy over the Last 30 Years. Marian Liebmann. 7. Music Therapy. Grace Watts 8. What seest thou else? The past and future of forensic psychotherapy. Gwen Adshead. 9. Fake-News, Post Truth and the Glimmer of Hope: Some Changes in the Educational Landscape, 1987-2017. Paul Cooper. 10. A brief story of counselling in schools since 1987. Nick Luxmoore. 11. Children's rights and power. Priscilla Alderson. 12. Educational Psychology: The Last Thirty Years. Barbara Kelly. 13. Reflections on the past 30 years of restorative practice in the UK. Belinda Hopkins. 14. Social Work. Joyce Lishman. 15. Adult safeguarding. Michael Mandelstam. 16. 30 years of Service User Involvement and Advocacy. Peter Beresford. 17. Dementia: Reflections. Dawn Brooker. 18. Changing views of safeguarding children since 1987. Harriet Ward. 19. 30 Years of Social Work and the Media. Martin Barrow. 20. Breaking the Silence and Secrecy of Childhood Sexual Abuse. Christiane Sanderson. 21. 30 Years in the field of adoption and foster care. Kim Golding. 22. Other People's Children: Adoption. Sally Donovan. 23. Youth Work: Personal, Social and Political Education. Vanessa Rogers. 24. Occupational therapy. Winnie Dunn. 25. Using a 'Functional Nutrition' Approach. Lorraine Nicolle. 26. Chinese Medicine in the West. Nigel Ching. 27. Yoga Therapy: A Pleasant Surprise. Matthew Taylor. 28. Chinese medicine - journey from the fringes. 29. Aromatherapy Literature 2987-2017. Jennifer Peace Rhind. 30. Developments in Shiatsu over the last 30 years. Carola Beresford-Cooke. 31. Gender Diversity. CJ Atkinson.

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Book SynopsisRevised and significantly expanded, the latest edition of this handbook provides full information on the use of essential oils in the field of contemporary aromatherapy and aromatic therapy, based on the most up-to-date research evidence behind their therapeutic applications.The third edition features a fully updated and expanded contents including detailed Aromatic Profiles of over 250 essential oils, absolutes and resinoids, a new chapter on the latest research in pharmacognosy to foster an understanding of how essential oils work, and a new chapter on formulating essential oils, based on theory and evidence and containing practical suggestions. The author provides a detailed account of how essential oils are created, how and where aromatherapy is used, and the underlying pharmacology and chemistry. This will be an indispensable text for all students and practitioners of aromatherapy and related disciplines, as well as anyone interested in the use of essential oils for health and well-being.To access an updated table of contents and index, please see the 'Resources' section at this link: www.singingdragon.com/catalogue/book/9781787752290Trade ReviewA brilliant piece of work! Jennifer is a dedicated writer who helps us think more clearly about essential oils. I stand in awe of her impressive wisdom. Over the last 25 years as an aromatherapy educator, I have found myself reaching for Jennifer's books, over and over again. I am delighted to have her beautiful book. Definitely a gem to be treasured among your Aromatherapy books! -- Andrea Butje, aromatherapy educator and authorI'm impressed by the new edition of Essential Oils. It's a whole new book and not just an updated glance over previous editions. The most salient update is an entirely new section on essential oil pharmacology, and profiles of individual constituents. Another valuable addition is Jennifer's practical guidance on how to translate scientific findings into therapeutic practice. Essential Oils is a comprehensive source of knowledge for anyone wishing to take a deep dive into all aspects of aromatherapy, supported by recent research. I have no doubt it will reach the status of aromatherapy's textbook that we didn't have so far. -- Petra Ratajc PhD, biologist, researcher, educatorWith over 2,000 references, Dr Rhind's comprehensive new edition will delight and inspire both scientific and intuitively-minded people. The evidence-based chapters on aromatic pharmacognosy and component profiles and the chapter and appendix on individualised prescriptions and aromatic formulations for different conditions provide a welcome guideline for health practitioners and members of the general public wanting to use essential oils safely for many common ailments. -- Dr E. Joy Bowles, PhD, BSc, author of “The Chemistry of Aromatherapeutic Oils”This is a truly fantastic update to the 1st and 2nd editions. The new inclusions are wonderful and make for essential reading for the aromatherapist. I am extremely excited to introduce this book to our students at Moray College UHI, from those studying at Higher National level to those undertaking Intensive Aromatic studies in the honours year of the BSC Integrative Healthcare. This remarkable book will be an essential core text for both the student and the practising therapist alike. -- Lesley Ann Potter, Lecturer – HNC/D Complementary Therapies & BSc (hons) Integrative HealthcareJennifer Rhind does it again and better than ever! A captivating and thoroughly enjoyable read. From history of aromatics in their various forms to the scientific research we have to date, Jennifer delivers a comprehensive examination of the evolution of medicamentum and its relevance in aromatic therapies today. This prodigious book is a valuable resource to foster the continuing education of the serious practitioner and inspires the reader to dig deeper and explore all the various aspects from olfaction and the psyche to formulary of the healing art and science that is Aromatherapy. -- Lora Cantele, RA, APAIA, Cert. Aromflexologist Editor/Publisher of the International Journal of Professional Holistic AromatherapyThis uniquely comprehensive reference book expands and advances one's understanding of aromatherapy. Jennifer Peace Rhind adeptly draws from a plethora of scholarly sources and scientific research to deepen our knowledge of essential oils and the activities of their individual chemical components. Her singularly meticulous approach is equally distinguished by thorough investigations into the biology, ecology, history and ethnobotany of aromatic plants as well as the therapeutic uses of their extracts. Further equipped with practical guidelines and formulas, this book is a must for aromatherapy enthusiasts and professionals alike. -- Dr. Kelly Ablard, PhD,RA,EOT, Director, Airmid Institute; Co-owner, Essence of Thyme College of Holistic Studies

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Book SynopsisIlluminating the considerations at play in determining courses of treatment in acupuncture, this honest depiction of nine accounts of unique cases shows how changes can happen, how the practitioner makes choices in the moment and why the patient's collaboration and commitment are vital.Hamwee shows how being attentive to all aspects of patients' lives uncovers the conditions for healing, and how it affects the responses of both patients and practitioners in pursuit of health and wellbeing. It does not simply treat acupuncture as concepts and techniques, but rather as a remarkable journey of the body, mind and spirit. An honest depiction of nine accounts of real-life cases such as back pain, chronic fatigue, depression and irritable bowel syndrome, the book describes the experience of acupuncture through the eyes of both practitioners and patients.Trade ReviewEvery patient has a story. The story can take us to new perspectives and deeper truths beyond the presenting symptoms. John Hamwee is an inspiring writer. He intrigues, and often surprises us by revealing how to understand the real causes of our patients' conditions and in turn master our intuition in the treatment room. -- Angela Hicks, Co-founder College of Integrated Chinese Medicine, Reading, author of Principles of Chinese Medicine, Singing DragonI found these stories intriguing. They were helpful to me as a patient because they illustrated how acupuncture works. Not so much by an explanation of mechanisms, but through revealing how possibilities for health and transformation can emerge from attentive and committed collaboration between practitioner and patient. -- Kathy Doncaster, patient of John HamweeUnique and thought-provoking. If you're a practitioner of any acupuncture style (or indeed of any therapy of either body or mind) I defy you to read this book and not grow therapeutically from doing so. John's patient-stories (beautifully told and brimming with authenticity) offer us something truly special. -- Merlin Young, acu-moxa practitioner/author/activistAlongside the skill and craft of acupuncture treatment, John Hamwee has honed his intuition and instinct to develop his art of following the detective clues of acupuncture diagnosis. -- Susan Thorne, Fellow of the British Acupuncture CouncilTable of ContentsIntroduction. 1. William's Irritable Bowel and Getting Energy to Flow. 2. George's Bad Back and Accepting the Patient. 3. Stacey's Strange Symptoms and Psychosomatic Illness. 4. Sean's Hypochondria and Changing Old Habits. 5. Alice's and Hugh's Depression and Reviving the Spirit. 6. Pauline's Headaches and Treating the Patient. 7. Anna's Miscarriages and the Power of Commitment. 8. Ken's Chronic Fatigue and the Meaning of Health. 9. Beatriz's Hip and the Eleventh Session. Conclusion

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Book SynopsisInspired by personal observations of the climate crisis, as well as health issues from patients involving ministerial fire, this text dives into the concepts of ming men and ministerial fire - core concepts of Chinese medical diagnosis and treatment. This book will assist practitioners in understanding the mechanisms of treating patients with autoimmune diseases, allergies, skin disorders and arthritic disorders.With material from the classic texts, Z'ev Rosenberg explains the concepts ming men and ministerial fire and its relation to the clinical treatment of chronic disorders and its ecological and philosophical implications for life on this planet.Including case histories, acupuncture strategies and herbal formulas, Afterglow is for practitioners that want to deepen their Chinese medicine knowledge in order to treat these complex yet common disorders.Trade ReviewIn Afterglow: Ministerial Fire in Chinese Medicine, Z'ev Rosenberg takes us on a wide-ranging journey that is about so much more than the title implies. When I attended acupuncture college in the 1970s, Ministerial Fire was never mentioned once! Thankfully I had a Korean preceptor who filled in this gap early in my career, but I have never lost my interest in what this term meant to the Chinese scholar physicians who coined it. As Z'ev notes, "Ministerial fire, as an essential principle and force in Chinese medicine and philosophy, has been approached from multiple and sometimes contradictory angles throughout its history." I learned a lot from the citations Z'ev shares, and he provides an impetus for others to expand on his presentation. However, in spite of the title, I think the major contribution of this book resides in its repeated warning that humanity cannot escape the consequences of ignoring the natural laws governing the relationships of Heaven and Earth with mankind. The ecological focus of this text is a clarion call for all of us to rectify our behavior towards our natural environment, lest we forfeit the possibility for future generations to experience truly healthy lives. In his own words, Z'ev tells us towards the end of Afterglow, "This little book is a plea for ecological and physiological sanity in an era of chaos." -- Peter Eckman M.D., Ph.D., M.Ac. (UK), Founding Vice President, Centre de Recherche sur les Apports Occidentaux à la Médecine Chinoise. Author of In the Footsteps of the Yellow Emperor and The Complete AcupuncturistDon't let the title of this book fool you. Yes, it is a brilliant explanation of key concepts in Chinese medicine. But it is much more than that. Like the ancient Chinese philosophy of Heaven (Tian), Earth (Di) and Human (Ren), Dr. Rosenberg explores the spiritual, ecological, and personal dimensions of healing. His style of prose, like his style of medicine, is "precise and gentle" with a "refined diagnosis" of the ills that face us. The past comes alive through his clear sourcing in classical texts and commentary. In an age when people are increasingly separated by specialties and narrow focus, how refreshing to read an author who delights in interconnections. Medicine, he shows us, cannot be separated from ethics; our own inner health and health of the planet depend on each other. Afterglow: Ministerial Fire in Chinese Medicine is, indeed, a luminous work. I highly recommend it. -- Kenneth Cohen, author of The Way of Qigong: The Art & Science of Chinese Energy HealingI was truly honoured to receive Z'ev's request to review his latest book, a captivating and beautifully written account on ministerial fire, a subject so important yet rarely discussed or written about, even in Chinese. Finally, a source based manual on the history, importance, and clinical relevancy of Ministerial fire and its various permutations. It is a true gift to the field of Chinese medicine, to have a book like this, written by one of our greatest teachers and clinicians in the west. I am confident that this book will be a true gem among the growing sea of Chinese medicine literature in the West, and be of great service in the elevation of the field -- Eran Even, Ph.D., Dr.TCMTable of Contents1. The Elemental Nature of Chinese Medicine. 2. Ministerial Fire in the Shang Han Lun. 3. Source Qi and Ministerial Fire. Defence Qi, Construction Qi and Ministerial Fire. 5. Thoughts on Supplementing Yang Qi. 6. Autoimmunity and Thermodynamics. 7. Ministerial Fire and Menopause. 8. Bian Zheng/Steaming and Transformations in Neoates. 9. Case Studies. 10. Conclusion. Afterwords. Appendix 1. Appendix 2. Appendix 3.

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Book SynopsisExploring one of the most prevalent yet contentious subjects in contemporary maternity care, Denise Tiran's new book on postdates pregnancy balances discussion of midwifery care and the obstetric management of women who are overdue.The book gives comprehensive coverage of a range of complementary therapies and natural remedies and how they may be effective in facilitating spontaneous onset of labour. It also takes into consideration the debate on the safety and effectiveness of natural remedies which women often self-administer.Illustrated with case studies and referenced to authoritative review papers, Complementary Therapies for Postdates Pregnancy is a must-have guide for midwives and maternity professionals.Trade ReviewDr Denise Tiran has once again written a must have book for health professional's wishing to safely integrate complementary therapies within post dates midwifery care. -- Claire Mayhead, Midwife and owner of Serenity Birth TherapiesAn essential read, not only for midwives and clinicians but for parents navigating through their pregnancy with hopes and plans for birth. Denise Tiran clearly narrates the pressure women face in relation to "post dates" pregnancy and challenges what has become normal practice. This book promotes reflection and discussion whilst also welcoming options and benefits of complementary therapies to enable choice and a less medicalised approach. With this book, we as professionals can return to being 'with women' to empower and enabling choice to protect normal birth and positive birth experiences. -- Nicola Rai, Senior Nurse and MidwifeAn in depth, fascinating book on postdates pregnancy and essential guide to all health professionals who support women in pregnancy, at a time when maternity services are facing a medical induction epidemic. -- Fiona Richmond SRN, RM, Diploma in Midwifery Complementary Therapies NHS Midwife and Business Owner of Fionabirthing (Ante natal education and complementary therapies in Midwifery)Fascinating...it offers a comprehensive look at these modalities, including real traditional approaches to postdates pregnancy, including foods. Denise's style is refreshingly frank and honest around a subject which is often contentious. With her many years of experience and extremely full references section for each chapter, this is a book that should be on your bookshelf if you have any desire to work with this particular client base. * Jo Kellett, In Essence: Journal of the International Federation of Professional Aromatherapists *

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Book SynopsisAcupuncture is a nuanced vocation that requires practitioners to manage complex ethical scenarios. This much-needed international textbook is the first of its kind to provide new and experienced acupuncturists a framework for ethical decision-making. Chapters include the foundations of ethical theory, relationships and boundaries, consent and confidentiality, and integrative medicine. Acupuncture students and practitioners will also benefit from guidance in thinking through ethical dilemmas around finances, trauma, and treatment of clinically tricky conditions such as cancer, infertility, and terminal illness. This textbook strives for an inclusive approach to discussing ethical issues surrounding gender, sexuality, race, implicit bias, mandated reporting and healthcare disparities. Written with teachers in mind, this resource is supplemented with easy-to-use, practical online materials such as teaching outlines, extra case studies for in-depth class discussions, and sample quizzes.

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Book SynopsisOffering a balanced overview of complementary and alternative therapies, this book will be useful for parents of children with autism, ADD or other learning disabilities.The book covers a wide variety of mind-body interventions and manipulative techniques, as well as energy therapies, biologically based methods, and alternative medical systems. For each approach, the author provides a detailed description of what the treatment involves, which professionals will be working with the child, and an explanation of the rationale behind the therapy. She also offers advice on who to approach for treatment, and includes a list of recommended resources and useful contacts for further information.This book will be a valuable source of information for parents and professionals working with children who have disabilities that impact their learning or behavior.Trade ReviewAn overview of complementary and alternative therapies. -- Current Awareness Serivce, March 2008This is a very helpful text for anyone working with or caring for someone with autism, Asperger syndrome,learning disabilities of ADHD who has an interest in alternative/complementary therapies. -- GAPTable of ContentsPart 1: Introduction. 1. Introduction. 2. Thinking Out of the Box: An Overview of Complementary and Alternative Medicine Approaches. Part 2: Selected Interventions. 3. Alternative Medical Systems. 4. Mind-Body Interventions. 5. Biologically-based Interventions. 6. Manipulative and Body-based Methods. 7. Energy Therapies. Part 3: Resources for Children with Autism, Attentions Deficit Disorders, and other Learning Disabilities. 8. Recommended Reading about Complementary and Alternative Medicine. 9. Agencies, Organizations and Websites. Subject Index. Author Index.

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Book SynopsisSomaCentric Dialoguing offers therapists simple yet effective techniques for improving communication with their clients, and for helping clients understand and articulate the messages of their body.In this accessible introduction to the approach, Julie McKay outlines the core techniques and describes how they can be applied to make therapeutic sessions more effective. Explaining that individuals communicate and process information in different ways she describes how therapists can identify each client's unique language blend, and how they can use this knowledge to encourage them to become more in tune with, and more able to express, their body's needs. Guidance is provided on how to ask more effective questions in sessions, what words to use, and what words to avoid, for optimal results. Using carefully chosen words and phrases therapists can empower clients to express themselves freely. Using the simple, yet profound, techniques outlined in this book therapist of all kinds will learn how to look beyond the head and into the body to help clients heal more completely and more deeply.This wonderful resource will provide bodyworkers, acupuncturists, occupational therapists, psychotherapists, movement instructors and a wide range of other healing arts practitioners with the skills they need to refine their dialoguing vocabulary and deliver rich and rewarding sessions.Trade ReviewOne of the most difficult things for a bodyworker to quantify is the subjective experience of 'dis-ease' for each individual client. Julie defines and teaches that therapeutic quality of 'presence.' This book takes you beyond communicating with your client to true interaction with body, mind and spirit. I learned from this book, and because of it will continue to learn more with each interaction with my clients. Improved communication, improved outcomes, continued learning and growth for both the client and the bodyworker...Fabulous! This is what the therapeutic relationship is all about! -- Jean Wible, RN, BSN, NCTMB, LMT, HTCP, author of Pharmacology for Massage Therapy and Drug Handbook for Massage TherapistsAs human consciousness evolves, we continue to develop greater and greater awareness of the mind/body connection, and the many ways in which our bodies mirror our emotions and thought patterns. In The Insightful Body, Julie McKay has given us a clear, insightful, ground-breaking roadmap for learning the language of the body, and listening to all it has to teach us about ourselves, and about those we seek to help. It is an invaluable contribution to the literature on physical and expressive therapies. -- John E. Welshons, author of One Soul, One Love, One Heart and Awakening From GriefThe Insightful Body is much more than a book. It is a step-by-step course for therapists, offering a range of processes and insights, to facilitate communication with the wisdom of their clients’ bodies. -- Bruce Burger, MA, RPP, founder of Heartwood Institute and author of Esoteric Anatomy: The Body as ConsciousnessThis manual is a wonderful resource for practitioners seeing to develop or improve skills in bringing about healing, through the integration of the language of evocative words with the language of gentle touch. Its detailed descriptions of a wide range of techniques and of protocols with which to structure sessions makes it immediately relevant. Julie's appreciation of the difficulty one can feel venturing into this domain for the first time is especially helpful. -- Mike Brenner, integrative practitionerThis book is a must have for any therapist who wants to facilitate the awakening of the perfect healer in each of their patients/clients. -- Perci Kotter, LMT, certified Zero Balancing practitionerA great gift to the therapeutic community. Julie has created a Rosetta Stone for healers to translate the wisdom which is inherent yet unique in every person's body. This wonderful resource has something for every therapist of varying disciplines and skill levels. It is full of well-described techniques to start using right away. -- Maria C.S. Gabelberger, Psy.D, licensed clinical psychologist and Ericksonian hypnotherapist in private practiceEach day as a practitioner I am faced with the challenge of trying to understand, communicate, and make a difference with each of my clients. Therapists must deal with the frustration of different personality types. Julie has given me the tools to better understand myself, know which type of communicator I am and help me correspond with my clients. Her advice is well-written, comprehensive and easy to implement. It is a must read for any practitioner who wants to better comprehend and converse with their clients. After reading her book, I feel that I have the necessary tools to get beyond the communication barriers and treat the patient much more effectively. -- Dr. Kerry D'Ambrogio DOM, AP, DO-MTP, PT, Doctor of Oriental Medicine, osteopath, physical therapist, and founder of Therapeutic Systems IncorporatedJulie McKay's The Insightful Body is an essential guide that proves that through communication and understanding we can all be the beneficiaries of powerful and healthy human connections. A must read for any therapist who aspires to unconditionally and effectively support their client's journey towards self discovery. -- Jean E. Thompson, chiropractorTable of ContentsAcknowledgments. Introduction. 1. What It Is All About. 2. Creating and Holding a Safe Space. 3. Key Concepts. 4. Talking Colors. 5. Frustrated Aardvarks. 6. Dialoguing. 7. Open-Ended Questions versus Closed-Ended Questions. 8. Word Choice. 9. Wiggle Words. 10. Getting Started. 11. Meet the Twins: Resistance versus Protection and Their Role in Healing. 12. Gems and Nuances. 13. Creating a Session. 14. Getting Unstuck. 15. Techniques Review. 16. Exercise Review. 17. Next? Glossary. Resources. Bibliography. Index. About the Author.

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Book SynopsisAcupuncture can be a very effective way of strengthening the body's resistance to illness, and of eliminating potentially harmful pathogens. This book provides a complete overview of the principles involved in distinguishing between different syndromes of illness in patients, and of selecting and administering appropriate treatments. The book describes the functions of acupuncture within the wider context of traditional Chinese medicine, and explains the principles involved in identifying and treating different illnesses and complaints. A large portion of the book is devoted to describing how to diagnose and treat more than 130 different conditions, including headaches and angina, asthma, depressive disorders, dementia, and acne. This comprehensive textbook, compiled by the prestigious China Beijing International Acupuncture Training Center (CBIATC), under the editorial directorship of leading Chinese practitioners Zhu Bing and Wang Hongcai, is an invaluable reference for the advanced student or practitioner of traditional Chinese medicine.Trade ReviewThe book is concise, clearly set out and syndrome orientated. It assumes good basic knowledge of acupuncture and practical application... Overall, the classification and organisation of disease in terms of TCA was excellent. -- Acupuncture in MedicineTable of Contents1. General Introduction. Functions of Acupuncture. To unblock the meridians and collaterals. To strengthen the body resistance and eliminate the pathogenic factors. To regulate yin and yang. Principles of Treatment. To clear heat and dispel cold. To reinforce deficiency and reduce excess. Mind concentration and response to qi activities. Principles of Syndrome Differentiation. Treatment of diseases based on syndrome differentiation according to the eight principles. Treatment of diseases based on syndrome differentiation according to the theory of zang-fu organs. Differentiation and treatment of qi and blood syndromes. Differentiation of meridian syndromes. Acupuncture Prescription. General Introduction. Principles for selection of points. Methods of combination of points. Clinical Application of the Specific Points. 2. Internal Diseases. Bi Syndromes. Low Back Pain. Sciatica. Wei Syndromes. Wind Stroke. Facial Paralysis. Trigeminal Neuralgia. Headache. Dizziness. Primary Hypertension. Hypotension. Anemia. Leucopenia. Palpitation. Insomnia. Dementia. Depressive Disorder. Manic Disorder. Epilepsy. Hysteria. Parkinson's Disease. Common Cold. Cough. Asthma. Malaria. Stomachache. Gastroptosis. Vomiting. Hiccup. Abdominal Pain. Diarrhea. Dysentery. Constipation. Hypochondria Pain. Jaundice. Edema. Retention of Urine. Urination Disturbance. Incontinence of Urine. Seminal Emission. Impotence. Prospermia. Sterility. Diabetes. Goiter. Simple Obesity. Gynecological Diseases. Premenstrual Syndrome. Irregular Menstruation. Dysmenorrhea. Amenorrhea. Uterine Bleeding. Morbid Leucorrhea. Pruritus Vulvae. Morning Sickness. Malposition of Fetus. Prolonged Labor. Lochiorrhea. Postpartum Hypogalactia. Prolapse of Uterus. Infertility. Menopause Syndrome. Pediatric Diseases. Acute Infantile Convulsion. Whooping Cough. Anorexia. Infantile Malnutrition. Enuresis. Cerebral Paralysis. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Surgical Diseases. Furuncle. Mumps. Mastitis. Hyperplasia of Mammary Glands. Acute Appendicitis. Cholelithiasis. Erysipelas. Thromboangiitis Obliterans. Hernia. Hemorrhoid. Prolapse of Rectum. Orthopedic and Traumatic Diseases. Sprain. Stiff Neck. Cervical Spondylosis. Periarthritis of Shoulder. Elbow Strain. Ganglion. Heel Pain. Temporomandibular Joint Disturbance. Dermatopathy. Neurodermatitis. Cutaneous Pruritus. Urticaria. Eczema. Acne. Flat Wart. Herpes Zoster. Alopecia Areata. Diseases of Five Sense Organs. Congestion, Swelling and Pain of the Eye. Stye. Ptosis. Twitching of the Eyelid. Myopia. Strabismus. Color Blindness. Glaucoma. Sudden Loss of Vision. Optic Atrophy. Pigmentary Degeneration of Retina. Otitis Media. Tinnitus, Deafness. Rhinitis. Epistaxis. Toothache. Sore Throat. Chronic Pharyngitis and Laryngitis. Acute Diseases. High Fever. Sunstroke. Convulsion. Syncope. Collapse. Angina Pectoris. Gastrointestinal Spasm. Gallbladder Colic. Urinary Colic. Other Diseases. Withdrawal Syndrome. Withdrawal syndrome during abstinence from smoking. Withdrawal syndrome during abstinence from alcohol. Withdrawal syndrome during abstinence from drug addiction. Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Competition Stress Syndrome. Cosmetic. Freckle. Chloasma. Anti-aging.

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Book SynopsisBach Flower Remedies are dilutions of flower material developed by Edward Bach, an English physician and homeopath, in the 1930s. This practical handbook explains how Bach Flower Remedies can be highly effective for treating both behavioural and physical complaints in animals.Based on strong scientific research and detailed case studies, this book is a comprehensive resource that helps find solutions to common animal health and behaviour issues. The book lists each of the 38 flower remedies, explaining their properties and applications for both animals and humans. It then looks at specific animal ailments including conjunctivitis, allergies and phobias, and demonstrates how these problems can be successfully addressed using flower remedies. Practical advice about how to prepare and administer the remedies is included, as well as guidelines for using flower remedies in animal shelters.This book will be a valuable addition to the bookshelves of all pet owners, animal shelter workers, vets, ethologists and anyone with an interest in complementary and alternative medicines.Trade ReviewThis is a very useful reference for any pet-owner - a must for the book shelf! -- Kindred Spiritit is evident from this book that Enric Homedes has great experience of using the Bach flower remedies with animals. -- The HomeopathI would recommend this book to any naturopath who would like to understand the mental states of patients, and to anyone who has a pet animal. With good instruction from an animal behavioural specialist, to correct the human element of the problem, and a knowledge of the Bach Flower remedies for the animal, a healthy, happy, loved, well behaved pet is virtually guaranteed. -- British Naturopathic JournalThe handbook of Bach Flower Remedies' by professional therapist Enric Homedes is a gem which would be a great addition to any animal lovers' collection of complementary treatment 'bibles'... Enric's love of animals is clear in this beautiful book and in the invaluable guidance for those of us who have rescue animals with a variety of behavioural issues as a result of the stress of being taken into rescue care and then rehomed. He has a deep understanding of psychological and training issues involving dogs, and this is clear in the additional chapters that are included on neutering guidance and the use of the flower remedies specifically in rescue kennels.Overall, the word 'Handbook' is well chosen for this title, as it is an all-encompassing text for choosing and using the Bach Flower Remedy system to bring greater health and wellbeing to our beloved pets. The emphasis is on explaining and illustrating in a straight forward manner the technical aspects to using the remedies, so it is accessible to all who have an interest in the welfare of animals. I use the remedies regularly on animals, and will continue to do so as I become more and more convinced of the good that they bring to the lives of our pets. A book such as this builds confidence in choosing the right remedies and handling and administering them in the most effective way. -- Pet Lovers DigestBecause of their safety and efficacy, these solutions can often be utilized for both humans and pets, relieving issues like allergies, anxiety, and fatigue. In this straightforward, handy guide, Enric Homedes describes common challenges seen in dogs, cats, rabbits and other animals. After describing the properties and uses of all the Bach flowers - noting treatment for both animals and their caretakers- Homedes dives into the most frequent behavioral problems in animals, followed by real-life case studies and advice on treatment options.... The behavioral descriptions are particularly helpful, since they may provide insight into an animal's everyday patterns that an owner might otherwise miss. Also useful, the case study section helps to put these maladies into context, and show that sometimes it takes some tweaking of the flower remedies to get just the right mix.... Because of its breadth of information, Homedes' work will be quite useful for anyone who identifies issues that might be treated with a flower remedy first rather than another trip to the vet... This well-written, very lucid guide to common pet behavioral problems and their treatment deserves to be a go-to reference for any animal owner. -- Foreword ReviewsThe professional experience of Homedes, partly described in this book, reminds us once again that Bach Flower Therapy is not a matter of faith, but of technical knowledge, of good practice and of method. I hope this work is distributed as widely as it deserves and helps those wonderful beings that offer us everything in exchange for almost nothing: animals. -- From the foreword by Dr. Ricardo Orozco, Bach Flower Therapist, and cofounder and president of SEDIBAC, SpainThis is a most welcome book as in my experience animals respond extraordinarily well to Flower Remedies and it will give confidence to many people who would like to use them on their pets... a valuable addition to the literature on Bach Flower remedies. -- Green Spirit Book ReviewsTable of ContentsForeword by Dr Ricardo Orozco. Acknowledgements. Introduction. Who was Dr Edward Bach? 1. How to Prepare Flower Remedies for an Animal. Preparation of a remedy for oral application. Preparation of a remedy for local application. 2. Administering the Flower Remedies to Animals. Direct application. Indirect application. Concentrate formula. 3. Rescue Remedy. 4. Study of Each of the 38 Bach Flowers. 4.1. Agrimony (Agrimonia eupatoria). 4.2. Aspen (Populus tremula). 4.3. Beech (Fagus sylvatica). 4.4. Centaury (Centarium umbellatum). 4.5. Cerato (Ceratostisgma willmottiana) 4.6. Cherry Plum (Prunus cerasifera). 4.7. Chestnut Bud (Aesculus hippocastanum). 4.8. Chicory (Cichorium intybus). 4.9. Clematis (Clematis vitalba). 4.10. Crab Apple (Malus pumila). 4.11. Elm (Ulmus procera). 4.12. Gentian (Gentianella amarella). 4.13. Gorse (Ulex europaeus). 4.14. Heather (Calluna vulgaris). 4.15. Holly (Llex aquifolium). 4.16. Honeysuckle (Lonicera caprifolium). 4.17. Hornbeam (Carpinus betulus). 4.18. Impatiens (Impatiens glandulifera). 4.19. Larch (Larix deciduas). 4.20. Mimulus (Mimulus guttatus). 4.21. Mustard (Sinapis arvensis). 4.22. Oak (Quercus robur). 4.23. Olive (Olea europaea). 4.24. Pine (Pinus sylvestris). 4.25. Red Chestnut (Aesculus carnea). 4.26. Rock Rose (Helianthemum nummularium). 4.27. Rock Water. 4.28. Scleranthus (Scleranthus annus). 4.29. Star of Bethlehem (Ornithogalum umbellatum). 4.30. Sweet Chestnut (Castanea sativa). 4.31. Vervain (Verbena officinalis). 4.32. Vine (Vitis vinífera). 4.33. Walnut (Juglans regia). 4.34. Water Violet (Hottonia palustris). 4.35. White Chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum). 4.36. Wild Oat (Bromus ramosus). 4.37. Wild Rose (Rosa canina). 4.38. Willow (Salix vitellina). 5. Most Frequent Behavioural Problems. 5.1. Aggressiveness. 5.2. Separation Anxiety. 5.3. Jealousy: A baby's arrival. 5.4. Coprophagia. 5.5. Depression/Sadness. 5.6. Defecation and Urination in Inappropriate Places. 5.7. Stereotypic Behaviour. 5.8. Stress. 5.9. Canine Hyperactivity Disorder. 5.10. Canine and Feline Filial Imprint. 5.11. Fear and Panic (phobia). 5.12. Pseudocyesis (psychological pregnancy). 5.13. Socialization. 6. A Selection of Cases Treated. 6.1. For Aggressiveness. 6.2. For Anxiety. 6.3. For Jealousy. 6.4. Feline Idiopathic Cystitis. 6.5. Cophrophagia. 6.6. Defecation and Urination in Inappropriate Places. 6.7. Kidney Failure. 6.8. Leishmaniasis. 6.9. Feline Chronic Megacolon and Megaesophagus. 6.10. For Fear and Panic. 6.11. Pseudocyesis (psychological pregnancy). 6.12. Feline Urological Syndrome (FUS). 6.13. Repetitive Cough and Early Stage Anemia. 7. A Selection of Cases Treated by Local Applications. 7.1. Allergies. 7.2. Pus Lumps. 7.3. Conjunctivitis. 7.4. Infection and Abscess of the Anal Glands. 7.5. Inflammation and Infection of the Third Eyelid. 7.6. Leishmaniasis. 7.7. Sores and Burns as a Result of Poisoning. 7.8. Mastitis. 7.9. Cutaneous Nodule of Unknown Etiology. 7.10. Traumatism. 8. Work Methodology for Animal Shelters: Formulas and Guidelines. Treatments addressed to recently arrived animals. Treatments for animals leaving the shelter for adoption or foster care. Local treatments. Specific guidelines for animal shelters. 9. Useful Formulas. Abscesses. Colds. Conjunctivitis. Females in heat. Firework celebrations. Infection and abscess of the anal glands. Inflammation and infection of the third eyelid. Learning process. Mastitis. Otitis. Skin allergy. Traumatisms. Travel sickness (car journeys). Visits to the veterinarian preoperatory and postoperatory. Wounds. 10. Sterilization. Questions and Answers (by the Altarriba Foundation) What is sterilization? What is neutering? What is recommended? Why do you want to prevent the animal from enjoying its sexual life? Will you be sad at having your animal neutered? Will my pet put on weight? Will it change its character? Is it good for a female to breed at least once? Do veterinarians suggest sterilization in order to make money? What are the health benefits? Is it expensive? Will sterilizing your pet economically benefit pet shops and breeders? Are we entitled to deprive animals of what nature has given them? My animal is purebred. Will it be less of a guard dog? I really want to be present at a birth. I want to have an offspring from my pet. I will be responsible for the offspring. No one makes money if I have a litter. 11. References. 12. Further Reading. Index.

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Book SynopsisTwo of the major texts in the history of tongue diagnosis are presented and put into context in this volume, reaffirming the strength of tongue diagnosis as a core diagnostic method. These key texts are made available to western readers for the first time, with typical, traditional Chinese editions reproduced alongside the translation. The author provides an excellent overview of the tongue diagnosis theories in the major classics prior to the Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368), and discusses significant developments and publications. The Gold Mirror Records, first published in 1341, was a popular manual for centuries, appearing in many editions and variations. Tongue Reflections in Cold Damage, first published in 1668, developed the field of diagnosis as a whole by adopting the analysis of tongue colour as its main principle. Both texts are introduced with meticulous English translations and notes.This seminal text will give practitioners and students of Chinese medicine a sound understanding of the theory and practice of tongue diagnosis from the early texts, and will be of interest to academic readers of classic Chinese texts.Trade ReviewIt is safe to say that these two monographs are the key books for the academic and historical research of tongue diagnosis… Although Ioannis is a Westerner, he has fully dedicated himself to the meticulous study of the Chinese Medicine Diagnostics. These days I am also becoming increasingly convinced that in regards to the future of academic medical research, there can be many more common points in the approaches adopted by the Chinese and the Western scholars. And the exploration of Tongue Diagnosis is an excellent gateway for further study and collaboration between the two. -- from the foreword by Professor Liang Rong, Beijing University of Chinese MedicineIt is unfathomable for any tongue specialist to overlook these two classics, and although they were published so many centuries ago their usefulness and theory still stands resolute to this day… Ioannis has been scrupulously researching tongue diagnostics for quite a few years, studying the classic texts and focusing on the essence. This publication is the fruit of his efforts in bringing some of the real spirit of the Chinese Diagnostics to the West, and I hope that it will contribute to the further advancement of TCM tongue research outside China. -- from the foreword by Professor Chen Jia-xu, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine“A fascinating look at the ancient theoretical underpinnings to Chinese medicine tongue diagnosis, with great relevance for today.” -- Steven Clavey, Editor of The Lantern Journal of Chinese Medicine and Chinese medicine practitioner, Melbourne, Australia“Ioannis Solos' lucid and cutting-edge scholarship gives us direct access to the key classical literature on tongue diagnosis. Now, for the first time practitioners and scholars in the West can learn from the same sources as colleagues in China and East Asia.” -- Charles Buck MSc, BAc, BSc, FBAcC, FRCHM, Reader and Senior Lecturer, Northern College of Acupuncture, York, UK“Ioannis Solos saw a need and filled it. Making critical texts available to English speaking practitioners is an on-going concern for the profession. The work provides an excellent comparison and contrast of the available texts. His plan to translate and publish the important texts chronologically is marvellous as it will allow for practitioners to see how the ideas developed over the centuries, leading to current best practices in tongue assessment.” -- William Morris, PhD, DAOM, LAc, President, AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine, Austin, Texas, USA“While in school, I assumed tongue diagnosis was as old as pulse taking. Later, I learned it was developed by the warm-disease school of the Ming and Qing dynasties. Wrong again! This book traces the true story of tongue diagnosis. The translations and illustrations provide a clarity that seems to be lacking in modern times. Ioannis Solos has given Western practitioners of Chinese medicine a precious gift with this volume.” -- Lorraine Wilcox PhD, LAc, teaches, researches, translates, and writes books on Chinese medicine, Los Angeles, USATable of ContentsForeword by Professor Liang Rong. Foreword by Professor Chen Jia-xu. Acknowledgements. Part I: Origins and Development of Tongue Diagnosis in Chinese Medicine. 1. Tongue Diagnosis and the Literature. 2. Ao Shi Shang Han Jin Jing Lu (Scholar Ao's The Gold Mirror Records in Cold Damage) and Shang Han She Jian (Tongue Reflections in Cold Damage). 3. The Important Advancements in Tongue Theory Prior to the Yuan Dynasty. 4. Introducing Ao Shi Shang Han Jin Jing Lu (Scholar Ao's The Gold Mirror Records in Cold Damage) and Shang Han She Jian (Tongue Reflections in Cold Damage). Part II: Translation of Scholar Ao's The Gold Mirror Records in Cold Damage. Part III: Translation of Tongue Reflections in Cold Damage. References and Further Reading. Appendix 1: Weight Standards during the Ming and Qing Dynasties. Appendix 2: List of Chinese Texts Referred to in Chapter 3. Appendix 3: A Small Collection of Introductions to The Gold Mirror Records in Cold Damage. Appendix 4: The Formulae in Tongue Reflections in Cold Damage. Appendix 5: Wang Meng-Ying's Commentaries on Tongue Reflections in Cold Damage. Index.

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Book SynopsisAn invaluable guide for anyone beginning a career in acupuncture, this book offers a unique and supportive insight into the challenges and the pitfalls that the novice acupuncturist is likely to encounter, and provides encouragement and down-to-earth ideas for tackling them.Written in an easy-to-read conversational style with useful case studies throughout, this book will help newly-qualified acupuncturists to reflect on what kind of practitioner they want to be. It addresses styles of working, common mistakes, confidence with patients, becoming a better practitioner, and how to think about success and failure in the treatment room. The ultimate goal is to ensure that the practitioner ends the day refreshed and enlivened by the work and has confidence in the treatments given.Trade ReviewIf you are new to acupuncture and have had your fill of descriptions of syndromes and management, then this will be a refreshing read. Those who have been practising for some years will also find it a useful book because it encourages reflection f what you started out to do how you now carry out your treatments and the evolution of your management of your patients.Acupuncture for New Practitioners is not only a book about how to develop your practice, but also one about developing yourself as a practitioner. It increases your empathy with your patients, and describes how your working practices may sometimes impinge on your ability to get the best from each situation. -- Journal of the Acupuncture Association of Chartered PhysiotherapistsIt would never occur to me to reach for a book like this. And yet, I can easily say that Acupuncture for New Practitioners by John Hamwee has had the most positive impact on how I practise since I qualified, and that these results have been immediate...Aimed primarily at the recently qualified, this book is recommended for any acupuncturist needing a bit of advice or inspiration. -- European Journal of Oriental Medicine. Vol 7. No.2. 2012.This is a thoughtful, practical and inspirational guide addressing many of the common issues that arise in the first years of practice. Using questions to help focus the reader and meaningful anecdotes to illustrate the journey to be travelled, John develops a blue print for holistic development. It is a delight to read and will aid the path to artistry and mastery in one's professional role. How I wish it had been available to me in my early days of practice! -- Alison Gould, acupuncturist and Accreditation Officer for the British Acupuncture Accreditation BoardAcupuncture for New Practitioners is an acupuncture book like no other. It addresses intangible qualities that cannot be measured by test scores. Rather than tell us what to think or what to do, this wonderfully honest book by a wise and experienced practitioner instructs us on how to think and, perhaps more importantly, how to be. Every chapter contains pearls of wisdom, gently yet firmly guiding us toward finding our own truth, both as practitioners and as human beings. The author reminds us to be present in every moment and dares us to continue to learn and grow. He provides a pathway for fostering compassion, competence, and confidence, and for transforming knowledge and skill into wisdom. This book will prove invaluable not only for new practitioners but also for those of us with decades of experience. -- Eugene London, DAOM, Dipl.Ac. (NCCAOM), L.Ac.I can easily say that Acupuncture for New Practitioners by John Hamwee has had the most positive impact on how I since I qualified, and that these results have been immediate... Hamwee uses his experience of both his own development as a practitioner and of teaching recently qualified acupuncturists to offer nine chapters of very practical advice. The tone is kindly, almost avuncular, and the pages are filled with personal stories and anecdotes... this book is recommended for any acupuncturist needing a bit of advice or inspiration. -- Mel Koppelman, acupuncturist * The European Journal of Oriental Magazine, EJOM *Table of ContentsAcknowledgements. Preface. 1. In the Moment. 2. Being Yourself. 3. Keeping it Simple. 4. Pulses. 5. Mistakes. 6. Patients. 7. Success and Failure. 8. Two Challenges. 9. The Next Stage. Conclusion.

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Book SynopsisReflexology is a form of complete healing that can detect and correct energy imbalance and restore balance to the body by relating each zone of the body to different points on the hands and feet.This introductory guide covers the theory on which reflexology is based, as well as its history, and the principles of practice. The author includes an description of how treatment works and how it is given, a guide to the reflex areas and their relationship to the rest of the body, effective reflexology treatments and case studies, reflexology as a preventative therapy and how to find a reliable reflexologist.This will be an enlightening guide for anybody interested in what reflexology has to offer and for those wanting to learn more about therapies that present alternatives to traditional treatment. Students and practitioners of reflexology and related practices will find it a useful reference, and a perfect introduction to recommend to clients.Trade ReviewNicola Hall's book is an excellent introduction to the practice of reflexology covering everything from its early beginnings in China 5000 years ago to how to find a reliable practitioner today. If you are considering a reflexology treatment, Hall's book will inform you on what to expect from your practitioner as well as the principles underpinning the practice. She is one of the leading experts on the subject and has many years of experience, making her book an excellent and trusted companion. In these times when more and more of us are seeking out complementary and alternative medicine rather than doping ourselves with expensive pharmaceutical drugs (not to mention their side effects), Hall's book comes as a welcome invitation to explore further this ancient healing practice. Highly recommended. -- All Things HealingTable of ContentsAcknowledgements. Introduction. 1. What is Reflexology?. 2. How the Treatment Works. 3. How the Treatment is Given. 4. The Reflex Areas. 5. What Reflexology is Most Effective in Treating. 6. Case Histories. 7. Reflexology as a Preventative Therapy. 8. Finding a Reliable Reflexologist. Useful Addresses Index.

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Book SynopsisReiki is an ancient Japanese healing system based on channelling spiritual energy through the hands. Taught through initiation, it is extremely effective for treating many health and emotional problems, and brings a profound sense of relaxation and peace. This concise introduction covers the history and spiritual principles of Reiki, how it is taught and practiced and what to expect from a Reiki treatment. The author explains how Reiki can be used in healing in everyday life and how to find a Reiki teacher. Interesting and informative case vignettes are included throughout. Written in an engaging style, this book is ideal for anyone considering Reiki treatment, or simply interested in finding out more about this healing system. Students and practitioners of Reiki will also find it to be a useful reference, and a perfect introduction to recommend to clients.Trade ReviewI'm a novice when it comes to the practice of Reiki which is why this book attracted my attention. The title alone promises to explain this ancient and mysterious art of healing and I've come to appreciate that the titles publisher Singing Dragon produce are highly-readable and enlightening. Perfect for a novice like me... By the time I had finished reading the book, I felt I had a confident understanding and appreciation of reiki and how it might help me. -- All Things HealingReiki can be hard to explain, a shared experience that is difficult to put into words, by Krishni approaches it in an appropriately simple and clear manner, with the gentle energy and ease of a seasoned master. I found myself transported to India by her tales of looking after deer in an ashram a job to which she devoted herself... Clear, crisp and concise, her clarity in "Principles of Reiki" is reassuring and powerful. -- TouchAs one of the early Reiki Masters in the Western Hemisphere, Krishni Boräng has a unique and deep understanding of Reiki. In this book she offers insights drawn from a long and thoughtful practice. This is of immense value to students of Reiki today and to those wishing to learn more about this unique and profound healing art. -- Rick Bockner, Reiki MasterThis is the only Reiki book that I recommend to my students and I am delighted that it is back in print. It tells you everything you need to know about Reiki with very practical advice. Krishni has a wealth and depth of experience from her many years of practice and close association with one of Hawayo Takata's Masters, Wanja Twan. -- Martha Sylvester, Reiki MasterIt is a relief for me to have a book that I can recommend to people that represents Reiki the way it was given to me. Krishni's book connects me to all that I love about the Usui System of Reiki...the beauty, simplicity, honesty and integrity of the system; the love I have for my Reiki Master and the power of Reiki itself that never ceases to amaze me. -- Liora Lalita Claff, Reiki MasterIf you need just one Reiki book to help you to come to know Reiki, or on your journey with Reiki in practice, this is THE book. Reiki is a practical, not theoretical, Healing Art, and Krishni with her 30 years' experience cuts straight through to the crucial essentials that you will need. -- Paul Dennis, Reiki MasterThose new to Reiki and those who are already Reiki initiated will find inspiration in Krishni's lovely book. -- Kate Jones, Reiki MasterTable of ContentsAcknowledgements. Foreword by Wanja Twan. Introduction. 1. My Story. 2. What is Reiki? 3. Initiation and Lineage. 4. History of Reiki - the Lineage. 5. Wanja Twan, my Reiki Master. 6. A Reiki Treatment. 7. First Degree Reiki. 8. Second Degree Reiki. 9. Reiki for Animals and Plants. 10. Living with Reiki. 11. Reiki Combined with Other Methods of Healing. 12. How to Find a Reiki Master. 13. The Spiritual Principles of Reiki. Afterwords. Useful Websites. Further Reading.

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Book SynopsisKinesiology is a system of natural health care that combines muscle testing with the principles of Chinese medicine to assess energy and body function. A touch therapy, it uses a range of gentle yet powerful healing techniques and can be effective in the treatment of many conditions, including allergies, backache, fatigue, emotional difficulties, headaches and skin and bowel problems. This book describes how kinesiology can help with these problems by correcting imbalances found in the different forms of kinesiology assessment.This introductory guide explains how kinesiology works, how to find a practitioner and how it is usefully applied with other therapies, as well as how self-help techniques can be applied. It will be of interest to anyone considering kinesiology treatment, or simply wanting to find out more about this healing system. Students and practitioners of kinesiology and related practices will find it to be a useful reference, and a perfect introduction to recommend to clients.Trade ReviewPraise for the Revised Edition:''a simple to follow structure within the book... Kinesiology before now could be quite complicated, but with the help from Principles of Kinesiology, anyone can be made aware of the treatable illnesses, how to treat them, types of assessment and self-help techniques.' -- Association of Natural Medicines LimitedPraise for the first edition:'A well-crafted book, ideal for newcomers to the subject, whether lay or professional...an accurate and balanced guide to this fast-growing area of healing.' -- Leon Chaitow ND, DO, MRO, naturopath, osteopath and acupuncturist, and Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Bodywork and Movement TherapiesA much-needed book...to get help with your pain, stress and improve your performance with energy balance and muscle facilitation. -- John F. Thie DC, founder and author of Touch for HealthI will be recommending this book to my patients. -- Bruce A. J. Dewe MD, founder of the International College of Professional Kinesiology PracticeAn excellent account -- Sheldon C. Deal DC, NMD, DIBAK, Chiropractic and President of the Examining Board for Diplomats in the International College of Applied KinesiologyTable of ContentsAcknowledgements. Foreword by John F. Thie, D.C. Introduction. Some Definitions. What is Kinesiology? Muscle Testing. Energy. Balance and Imbalance. 1. The Development of Kinesiology. The Discovery of Kinesiology. The Triad of Health. Touch for Health (TFH) and Applied Kinesiology (AK). 2. How Kinesiology Can Help. What Can Kinesiology Help? Is Kinesiology Safe? Kinesiology as Prevention. 3. Visits to a Kinesiologist. Choosing a Kinesiologist. The First Session. Follow-up Sessions. Self-help. 4. Kinesiology Assessment. Different Types of Assessment. What Can be Assessed? Summary Chart of What Can be Assessed. Assessment Methods. Summary Chart of Assessment Methods. How Assessment is Carried Out. Summary Chart of What is Assessed and How. 5. Balancing: Corrections and Treatment. Types of Corrections and Treatments. Options for Balancing. Summary Chart of Corrections, Treatments and Balancing Options. 6. Additional and Self-help Techniques. Goal-setting. Emotional Stress Release (ESR). Dehydration and Water. Stimulating the Immune System. Improving Vision, Hearing and Co-ordination. Summary Chart of Self-help Techniques. Additional Techniques (Non-self-help). 7. Branches of Kinesiology. Professional Kinesiology Practitioner (PKP). Applied Physiology (AP). Health Kinesiology (HK). Educational Kinesiology (Edu-K). Wellbeing Kinesiology (WK). Clinical Kinesiology (CK). Hyperton-X (Hypertonic Muscle Release). Advanced Kinesiology. Conclusion. Summary Chart of AK, TFH and Branches of Kinesiology. 8. Kinesiology and Other Fields. Kinesiology as an Adjunct to Holistic Medicine. Kinesiology and Manipulative Therapies. Kinesiology as an Aid to Nutritional and Herbal Remedies. Kinesiology and Counselling, Psychotherapy and Lifestyle. Energy Medicine. The Future. Conclusion. Appendix A: Touch for Health - Summary of Workshop Content. Appendix B: Principle International Kinesiology Organizations. Bibliography and Further Reading. Index.

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Book SynopsisWhy does scratching an itch feel so good? Why is pain from a mosquito bite preferable to the same pain from an unidentified source?Douglas Nelson provides the reader with a comprehensive, practical and highly accessible guide to the scientific understanding of pain. The book explores the different types of pain, providing clear explanations of the processes involved within the body. It examines key issues such as diagnosis and measurement of pain, the placebo effect and fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS), and takes an in depth look at causes and treatment for chronic pain. The book is full of practical advice and small changes one can make to improve the effectiveness of pain treatment.Presented as a personal tutorial for understanding the psychology of pain, this book will be useful for practitioners, patients, and the general reader alike. It will be of particular interest to psychologists, alternative medicine practitioners, massage therapists and psychotherapists.Trade ReviewIt's a joy to help alleviate pain. It's equally frustrating to see a patient return with chronic pain that was at best temporarily eased. The Mystery of Pain puts those cases in context, providing an excellent framework for both patients and health care providers to understand why what works for one may not work for another. Douglas' use of current research and familiar examples clearly explain the revolutionary changes influencing our approach to a growing problem. I highly recommend it for anyone suffering from or treating pain. -- Celia Bucci MA, LMT, author of Condition-Specific Massage TherapyThis is a very well-organized book, interesting and accessible for laypeople and health care professionals alike. -- Elisabeth Preston-Hsu, MD, MPH, physiatristDouglas Nelson's book The Mystery of Pain is a compassionate work from the heart, very important for anyone who wishes to understand healing and to be healed. In this book, we are assisted with deep empathy to open doors to explore this mystery of pain in multiple dimensions. It's a lifelong journey to acknowledge this awareness, one of the universal noble truths we must learn to embrace. Thank you, Douglas, for your compassionate and learned guidance. -- Chungliang Al Huang, founder-president of the Living Tao Foundation and author of Embrace Tiger, Return to Mountain: The Essence of Tai JiTable of ContentsPreface: Understanding that I Don't Understand. 1. A Deeper Understanding. 2. Alarms and Fires and Alarms Without Fires. 3. That Which Can be Known, But Not Seen. 4. Nocere. 5. Modulation. 6. Central Sensitization. 7. When the System Goes Awry: Sensitization. 8. Meaning and Context. 9. Attention. 10. Fear. Memory and Pain. Fear and Hypervigilance. Fear of Movement. Diagnosis and Fear. 11. Placebo. 12. Trigger Points. 13. Phantom Limb. 14. Social Support. 15. Fibromyalgia. 16. The Pendulum. Index.

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Book SynopsisA comprehensive integrative handbook on fertility treatment, and Assisted Reproduction Techniques (ART), the book is written by specialist contributors for health professionals and Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) practitioners, and for those seriously considering ART themselves.Integrated approaches to infertility offer both a greater awareness and understanding of the combination of factors that can influence the chances of success when undergoing different types of ART. Leading experts review the evidence and discuss the benefits of different approaches to support the physiological and emotional aspects of fertility and fertility treatment. The book covers everything from identifying and treating conditions that may reduce fertility, including immunological abnormalities and specific male and female factors, to how nutrition, acupuncture, reflexology and yoga can support couples going through assisted reproduction, including helping to improve some immunological aspects. There is also a chapter that looks specifically at support for the over 40's.Trade ReviewThis book is important for patients and all health care professionals working with infertile couples and those undergoing ART. The book reviews the evidence supporting integrated approaches to patient care and the management of infertility, and it outlines how a person-centred approach can help those trying to conceive to nurture their mind, body and spirit as they strive to bring forth new life. -- Penny Abatzi, Clinical Director, Serum IVF, Athens, GreeceThis practitioner handbook constitutes essential reading for couples experiencing sub-fertility. Whilst offering detailed information on the journey through fertility treatment, the authors build a compelling case for adverse impacts to fertility and pregnancy mediated by poor diet and lifestyle choices, genetics and environment. They raise important questions around why many of us are moving away from evolutionary reproductive norms, while offering necessarily controversial answers born out of research and clinical experience. The book should be recommended reading for all healthcare professionals. -- Meleni Aldridge BSc Nut Med, Dip cPNI, Executive Coordinator, Alliance for Natural Health InternationalHealth Practitioners working with pregnant women continue to see increasing numbers of infertility and recurrent miscarriage and IVF issues, as the average age for first-time mothers in the UK and Europe rises to 30 years of age with more women deciding to start their families later in life. This book represents a priceless resource to health practitioners of all disciplines, from medicine to nutrition as well as complementary therapists who wish to deepen their knowledge of reproductive health whilst having easy access to well documented practice-based evidence on the subject. -- Miguel Toribio-Mateas BSc (Hons) Nut Med PgDip Clin Neurosc. MSc mBANT CNHC ABAAHP, Chairman of the British Association for Applied Nutrition and Nutritional Therapy, BANTTable of ContentsForeword by Professor Gab Kovacs. Introduction. 1. Preparing for Fertility Treatment. Justine Bold, Senior Lecturer, Health and Applied Social Sciences, University of Worcester, UK. 2. Introduction to Assisted Conception. Karen Veness, Infertility Network, UK. 3. Obesity, Body Mass Index, Associated Factors and Their Effect on Fertility. Susan Bedford, Nutritional Therapist, private practice, UK. 4. Introduction to Female Factors in Infertility and Pregnancy Loss. Justine Bold. 5. Endometriosis. Dian Shepperson Mills, director, The Endometriosis and Fertility Clinic Ltd, London, UK. 6. Male Factor Infertility. Clare Casson, The Zita West Fertility Clinic, London, UK. 7. Coeliac Disease and Infertility Disorder. Dr Mohammed Rostami-Nejad, Research Institute for Gastroenterology and Liver Diseases (RIGLD), Shahid Behehsti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran-Iran. Kamran Rostami, MD, PhD, Department of Gastroenterology, Worcestershire Royal Hospital, UK. 8. Unexplained Infertility and Reproductive Immunology. Louise Carder, Nutritional Therapist, Private Practice, UK. 9. Reproductive Immunology Case History. Justine Bold. 10. Dietary Factors, Key Micronutrients and Nutritional Support. Karen MacGillivray-Fallis, Vita Sana Nutritional Consultancy, UK. 11. Lifestyle and Nutritional Factors Affecting Male and Female Infertility. Susan Bedford. 12. Supporting Assisted Reproduction in Women Over 40 Years of Age. Natasha Claire Dunn, Senior Clinical Embryologist, London Fertility Centre, part of Spire Fertility, UK. 13. Acupuncture in Assisted Reproduction. Irina Szmelskyj, Co-Director and Lead Clinician, True Health Clinics and Founder, The Fertility Foundation, UK. 14. Reflexology to Assist with Fertility. Deborah Cook, MA in Higher Education, BSc (Hons) Health Studies, RGN, RNT, Member of the Association of Reflexologists, UK. 15. Yoga to Support Fertility. Lisa Attfield, Fertility Yoga, UK.

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Book SynopsisHistorically, the influence of Chinese medical traditions, thought to be revealed from divine sources, extended East to Korea and Japan and as far South as Indochina, the Malay Peninsula and the Indonesian Archipelago. As the distinct medical traditions of these regions encountered the ancient medicine of mainland China, they absorbed and transformed them based on their own indigenous healing practices, and herbal and plant resources.Providing a panoramic overview of the medical traditions of China, the Malay Peninsula, the Indonesian Archipelago, the Philippines, Indochina (Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia), Korea, and Japan, Dr. Marc Micozzi offers compelling new insights into the influence of the essentially Chinese expression of vital energy (qi) in these traditions, as well as the pull of other cultural traditions, such as those of India and Islam. Dr. Micozzi discusses evidence for the efficacy of these healing practices and their many influences in the West, and explores how a Western reader might consider seeking a practitioner, as well as effective treatments, from one of these traditions.This groundbreaking book will be of interest to practitioners of Chinese and Asian medical traditions, and complementary and alternative health, as well as anyone with an interest in Chinese and Asian approaches to health and wellbeing.Trade ReviewThis clearly written overview will be appreciated by those seeking healing through Eastern traditional medicine, by guiding them to the best type for their situation. Dr. Marc S. Micozzi, founder and Director of the Policy Institute for Integrative Medicine at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, does an excellent job of describing different strains of Asian traditional medicine in a manner that is educated, informed, and fair... Micozzi's book offers a valuable basis for comparison of Eastern medical practices. -- Foreword ReviewsThe purpose of this co-authored book is to introduce traditional Chinese medicine and illustrate its influence on local medical traditions across the Greater China region... This book boasts valuable qualities such as clarity and brevity along with a rational and nonexalted approach to the subject, thus making it a reliable source of information about the healing practices "that really work". The authors have selected only "scientifically proven" therapies and methods as practised currently in Asia and as available in the West. The book should also be praised for how precisely it uses terms relevant to Chinese medicine and its local traditions... Overall, this book addresses the interests of a diverse public - readers who are interested in learning more about the concepts and practicedistinctive to Chinese medicine... the authors provide a helpful resource for scholars looking for a brief and professional introduction to the subject. -- Ekaterina Zavidovskaya, Assistant Professor of Chinese Philology, St Petersburg State University * Bijiao: China in Comparative Perspective Book, CCCPBR Journal *Table of ContentsGeneral Introduction, Section I: China. 1. The World of Chinese Medicine. 2. The Dynasties of Chinese Medicine. 3. The Concepts of Chinese Medicine. The Five Phases. Choices in Chinese Medical Concepts. 4. The Body of Chinese Medicine. 5. Diet, Foods and Herbal Medicines. Foods, Nutrition and Diet. 6. Acupuncture and Moxibustion. Auricular Acupuncture. 7. Manual Methods and Chinese Massage: Acupressure, Jin Shin Do, Reflexology & Tui Na. 8. Qi Gong and Tai Chi (Qi Manipulation). Section II: East Asia. 9. Korea and Japan. Tradition of Blind Practitioners. Kampo Medicine. 10. Macrobiotics. 11. Reiki. 12. Shiatsu. Section III: Southeast Asia. 13. The Shamanistic and the Celestial. 14. Traditional Medicines of Southeast Asia: Cultural & Natural Influences. 15. Malay Peninsula and Indonesian Archipelago. 16. Philippine Islands. 17. Mainland Vietnam, Burma and Thailand. Section IV: Chinese Medicine in the West and Worldwide. 18. Chinese Medicine in the 20th century and Today. 19. Chinese Medicine in Europe and North America. 20. Chinese Medicine Works. Appendix: Guide to Consumers. Appendix 1: Common Chinese Remedies. Appendix 2: Southeast Asian Remedies Widely Available and Used in the Western World Today. References. Index.

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Book SynopsisCharles 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.Trade ReviewWe have waited a long time for this. We have had books on the history of Chinese medicine by sinologists who rarely understand the needs and focus of practitioners. And we have had decades of references to "traditional" Chinese medicine by practitioners who often know little about the history of our medicine, or who focus only on specific parts of it. Here at last is the best of both worlds - a work by an experienced practitioner with a passion for history. Brilliantly written, comprehensive, engrossing, practical and erudite, this book is a treasure. -- Peter Deadman, founder of The Journal of Chinese MedicineReading this carefully researched book by Charles Buck leads one back to the source, makes one understand about the continuity of the development of Chinese medicine. The book also rekindles the memory of one's first encounters with the study of Chinese medicine. It is, by turns, gripping and fascinating, and at times the read engages like a novel. Revealing the pragmatic, and at times non-pragmatic, character of Chinese medicine, each single chapter brings you back to its roots... I highly recommend this book, because after reading it, one holds still for a moment and reflects a little longer before applying a treatment. -- from the foreword by Barbara Kirschbaum, TCM therapist with years of experience in teaching, training and practising Chinese medicineAcupuncture and Chinese Medicine is a masterstroke, a scholarly treatise without the parched dryness that normally characterises this type of work. Buck succeeds in creating a captivating narrative that is accessible, whilst still giving justice to the rich history of ideas that have continuously developed into the medicine practised today. This book is a must have for any practitioner of Chinese medicine wishing to understand the bedrock on which they are standing. -- Nigel Ching, author and principal teacher at the Acupuncture Academy, CopenhagenCharlie has managed to compile in an easy-to-read form a comprehensive and extensive journey through the history of Chinese medicine, herbs and acumoxa. It is a combination of well researched information from a range of texts in Chinese and English (a really useful bibliography is given) interspersed clearly with his own considerations developed over years of practice. Knowing how this wonderful medicine has come to its current position as the main medical modality to offer a different explanation of function and treatment from modern biomedicine is a must for all scholars of medicine be it Chinese or Western. -- Felicity Moir, Course Leader Chinese Medicine, University of Westminster, UKHere is a history written by a practitioner with decades of clinical experience, someone who is uniquely qualified to present this history in a way that is of immense benefit to the profession. It is for that reason that everyone with a passion for Chinese medicine should read this book. -- Peter Deadman * Journal of Chinese Medicine *Not only is this book an interesting and highly informative read, it has much to contribute in its own right to the future story of Chinese medicine practice. -- Deirdre Murphy * European Journal of Oriental Medicine *Table of ContentsAcknowledgements. Dynasties. 1. Introduction. 2. Pre Han Medicine. 3. Han Dynasty. 4. Post Han and Tang. 5. Song Medicine. 6. Jin Yuan Medicine. 7. Ming Dynasty. 8. Qing Dynasty. Postscript. Glossary. Classic Texts. Bibliography. Index.

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Book SynopsisThomas Wernicke's authoritative book is one of the first resources in English on Shonishin, a non-invasive form of acupuncture developed specifically to respond to the needs of children. With its safe, quick and effective treatments, Shonishin is increasingly catching the attention of therapists world-wide. Covering the history, theory and clinical practice, Wernicke explores how Shonishin is used with young children, from babies and toddlers to school-age children, to treat a range of behavioural issues and physical conditions such as KISS syndrome, allergies and asthma. He also examines how the techniques can be adapted for use with adults and older people to provide an alternative, non-invasive treatment. With access to downloadable handouts that can be used with patients, and international case studies that demonstrate its effectiveness, his book provides a complete and practical handbook on Shonishin for existing practitioners. Written in an accessible style, it will also be of value to any therapist interested in learning more about the treatment, including practitioners of Chinese and Japanese medicine, traditional acupuncture and shiatsu, craniosacral and occupational therapists, and physiotherapists.Table of ContentsPreliminary Notes on Treating Children. Part I. Theoretical Principles. 1. Historical Background: Treating Children in Japan. 2. Introduction. 3. Diagnostic Principles. Part II. Practice. 4. Treatment Principles. 5. Treating Babies (From Birth to 12 Months). 6. Treating Small Children (from 2–3 Years). 7. Treating Pre-school Children (from 4-6 years). 8. Treating School-age Children (7-14 Years). 9. Treating Adults. 10. Treating the Elderly and People with Impaired Mobility. 11. Practical Use within the Home Setting. 12. Examples from Practice. 13. Epilogue (Feedback). Bibliography.

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Book SynopsisIn this selection of core texts, Richard Bertschinger presents a commentary and translation of the key writings for students and practitioners of Chinese medicine in the 21st century from the ancient, definitive set of books on Chinese medicine, the Huangdi Neijing or 'the Yellow Emperor's Medical Classic'. Bertschinger selects the key sections of the long and often impenetrable Huangdi Neijing that are vital for students and practitioners to know and understand for practice today, and provides an accessible view of these fundamental writings which remain central to all traditional approaches to medicine in China. Taking eminent Ming doctor and scholar Li Zhongzi's selection of texts as a basis, he also includes a number of additional texts from the Huangdi Neijing on topics such as the spirit in treatment, a resonance with nature, the art of needling, and the Five Elemental body and personality types, thus ensuring the relevance of this core set of information for students and practitioners of acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine today.Trade ReviewThis book is like warm spring water transmitting profoundness in a very calm, non-invasive way to argue the points. It is a mentor, gently holding students' hands, and the angle and content are practice orientated. The introduction section alone accelerated my learning by years and the accurate and insightful translation of the key words illuminates some of the crucial background of Chinese thinking. -- Cheng-Hao Zhou, BM(TCM, China) MRCHM MBAcC, Lecturer and Year Leader, Northern College of Acupuncture, York, UKWhen educating acupuncturists to work in the western world, many of us have emphasised, quite rightly, the need for complementary practitioners to become familiar with scientific medicine and with western medical practice. This tremendous work provides the opportunity and the medical content for an equal and opposite perspective to be emphasised. All western doctors from now on should be expected to read Richard Bertschinger as a serious part of their initial medical education. -- Allen Parrott, PhD, Former Lead Accreditation Officer, British Acupuncture Accreditation Board 2002 –2014"Gather wood without the forester and you will soon become lost in the forest," advises the Yijing. Bertschinger is a consummate guide through the forest of China's earliest medical writings. This insightful and beautifully wrought commentary on the Yellow Emperor's Classic is essential reading for the beginning, middle and end of your studies. -- Charles Buck, practitioner and teacher of acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine, Chairman of the British Acupuncture Council and author of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine: Roots of Modern PracticeTable of ContentsIntroduction. 1. The Arts and Ways of a Good Life. 2. Yin and Yang. 3. Examining the Colour. 4. The Quiet Pulse. 5. The Zang, Fu and Wuxing. 6. Channels and Collaterals. 7. Patterns of Treatment. 8. The Method of Needling. 9. Pathology. Appendix.

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Book SynopsisPractising regular breathing exercises helps to develop healthy breathing patterns, which can lessen the effects of breathing difficulties caused by COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease).This is a short, practical guide to using new therapeutic breathing exercises which focus on techniques to reduce breathlessness and control coughing to help you to get the most out of every breath. The exercises are simple, easy to follow, and designed to work alongside usual medical care. No special equipment is necessary, you can practise in your own home at your own pace, and this illustrated guide contains all the information you need to get started.This handbook will be perfect for anyone with COPD who wants to help manage their breathing difficulties, coughing and fatigue with simple and effective techniques. Professionals working with COPD sufferers, such as physiotherapists, physical therapists and carers, will also find the book of interest.Trade ReviewThis is a short, practical guide to using new therapeutic breathing exercises which focus on techniques to reduce breathlessness and control coughing... The exercises are simple, easy to follow and designed to work alongside usual medical care. No special equipment is necessary, you can practice in your own home at your own pace, and this illustrated guide contains all the information you need to get started.This handbook will be perfect for anyone with COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) who wants to help manage their breathing difficulties... Professionals working with COPD sufferers, such as physiotherapists, physical therapists and carers, will also find the book of interest. -- Embody MagazineThis is a really useful book for people with COPD. It is full of helpful tips and instruction, written in a way that everyone can understand. I particularly like the quizzes and memory tests that are included throughout the text. -- Gillian Austin, Specialist Respiratory Chartered PhysiotherapistAn excellent and easy-to-read book. It should be a must read for everyone with COPD. -- Helen Hambleton, Respiratory Nurse SpecialistThe three key breathing elements which transformed my health were changing to nose-breathing, learning how to keep breaths gentle and controlled, and breathing into my lower chest. All of these are covered in the book. Now, aged 63, I appreciate that having the benefit of these breathing exercises has enabled me to live well with COPD, to continue working, to engage in physical activities such as yoga, and to enjoy a varied social life. -- From the foreword by Linda Shampan, UKCP Registered psychotherapist and qualified Buteyko teacherThis short book is aimed directly at people who have mild-to-moderate Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). It takes the reader through a 28-day plan, divided into two halves (days 1-14 and 15-28), which is designed to address the common problems of dysfunctional breathing patterns. There are ten chapters, which take the reader through the background to dysfunctional breathing patterns and explains why people may feel increasingly breathless during activities... this is a helpful, wellwrittenbook that people with mild COPD may find beneficial. Occupational therapists would find it a usefuladdition to their bookshelf. -- Dr Louise Sewell, Clinical Lead for Pulmonary Rehabilitation, University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust * British Journal of Occupational Therapy (BJOT) *Table of ContentsAcknowledgements. Information for Medical Professionals. Foreword: A Personal Experience of Breathing Exercises. 1. Will Breathing Techniques Help my COPD?. 2. What do I have to do?. 3. Feeling Short of Breath?. 4. Breathing through your Nose. 5. Controlling your Cough. 6. Breathing more Easily. 7. The Plan - Days 1 to 14. 8. Reducing Breathlessness. 9. Stretching for Better Breathing. 10. The Plan - Days 15 to 28 and Beyond.

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Book SynopsisAn invaluable companion for complementary and beauty therapists working with older people in care, this book offers helpful information and advice on practical issues that are often overlooked in training, including: · Assessing older clients for appropriate treatments· Communicating effectively with older clients, relatives and care staff· Adapting treatments for older clients with particular health conditions, including dementia· Working around beds, wheelchairs, walking frames and medical equipment· Hygiene, safety and ethical considerations· Guidance on using specific complementary therapies and techniques with older clients, including reflexology, aromatherapy and massage· Common pitfalls and difficulties practitioners may encounter, offering encouragement and down-to-earth advice for tackling them. With useful case examples and explanatory photographs throughout, this is an essential handbook for practitioners who have recently started working, or who are training to work with, older people in care, including in care homes, hospitals and in palliative care.Trade ReviewThis is an essential handbook for practitioners who have recently started working - or are training to work with - older people in care, including in care homes, hospitals and in palliative care. -- International TherapistSharon is one of those rare people who instinctively understand the three basic needs of everyone: to grow, to be successful and to be appreciated, and she uses her experience to help other carers, and aspirants, make those needs better met in the elderly...She understands that if one can find what these needs mean to each person, life can be greatly improved, and she has prepared this text to share her wide experience with others. -- Dr Alasdair Diarmid Ross, former Director of Public Health for TasmaniaIn The Carer’s Cosmetic Handbook, Sharon Tay provides a most useful and informative guide for those caring for older people (and some younger ones too) who wish to provide simple beauty treatments. In this recent publication Complementary Therapies for Older People in Care, Sharon has gone a large step further, detailing the minutiae of setting up and providing a mobile beauty and complementary treatment service, suitable for an inexperienced practitioner going out on their own. With her accessible, conversational style, such a practitioner could feel that Sharon, with her depth of experience in caring for frail people, was right beside them, guiding them in the safe, respectful provision of treatments. The chapters on hygiene, sanitation, self-care and safety are very detailed, necessarily, as these important subjects cannot be over-emphasised. But what shines out of every page is Sharon’s deep compassion for those in care, and her wealth of experience. Fortunate indeed are those clients who have been the recipients of her care. This book will go a long way in encouraging less experienced practitioners to take on the challenge of providing caring treatment to "the forgotten ones" - those in care. -- Dr Ann Miller, GP with a particular interest in complementary therapies, Victoria, AustraliaThe book, Complementary therapies for older People in care, is a companion for complementary and beauty therapists working with older people, who are looking for information and practical advice on the issues that can often be overlooked in training... The book covers advice on assessing older clients for suitable treatments; communicating effectively with clients, relatives and care staff; adapting treatments for clients with particular health conditions, including dementia; working around beds, wheelchairs and medical equipment; hygiene and safety; and ethical considerations. Guidance on how to use specific complementary therapies and techniques with older clients, including reflexology, aromatherapy and massage, is also highlighted.With useful examples and explanatory photographs throughout, the author gives new practitioners the confidence and practical strategies needed to provide treatments that are tailored to the particular needs of older people. -- Ageless MagazineWith useful examples and explanatory photographs throughout, the book gives both experienced and new practitioners the confidence and practical strategies needed to provide treatments that are tailored to the particular needs of older people.The book includes: assessing older clients for suitable treatments; communicating effectively with clients, relatives and care staff; adapting treatments for clients with particular health conditions, including dementia; working around beds, wheelchairs and medical equipment; hygiene, safety; and ethical considerations... provides guidance on using specific complementary therapies and t3chniues which includes reflexology, aromatherapy and massage... There is also a very useful and extensive index with links for further resources and reference material for all areas covered in the book should you wish to have more information. -- FootprintsTable of ContentsIntroduction. 1. Support Aids, Special Needs and Communication. Part 1: Support Aids and Special Needs. A Visit to a Nursing Home. Safety and Security. Communication with the Nursing Staff. Information and Data. The Client. Client Assessment and Reports. Part 2: Prostheses and Support Aids. Prostheses. Catheters. Colostomy Bags. Oxygen Masks. Braces. Dentures. Walking Frames. Walking Sticks. Wheelchairs. Motorised Wheelchairs. Motorised Scooters. Mobile Lounge Chairs. The Bed. Mobile Bed Trays. Drinking Cups. Part 3: Communication and Understanding the Needs of Frail Older People. Moving Into a Nursing Home. Dealing with Dementia. Privacy Issues. Empathy and Sympathy. Detachment (for the Therapist). Death of a Client. Communication Impairment. 2. Medication, Illness and Nutritional Impairments. Part 1: Medication and their Side Effects. Side Effects to the Skin. Side Effects to the Fingernails and Toenails. Side Effects to Facial Hair Growth. Part 3: Illness and Disabilities. Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease. Beauty Therapy for Clients with Dementia. Hairdressing Tips. Natural Therapies for Clients with Dementia. Parkinson's Disease. Beauty Therapy for Clients with Parkinson's Disease. Natural Therapies for Clients with Parkinson's Disease. Cardiovascular Disease. Cerebrovascular Disease. Beauty Tips for the Therapist. Heart Disease. Arthritis. Beauty Therapies for Arthritis Sufferers. Osteoarthritis. Rheumatoid Arthritis. Gout. Natural Therapies for Arthritis Sufferers. Multiple Sclerosis. Treating a Client with MS. Diabetes. Emphysema. Chronic Bronchitis. Pneumonia. Vision Impairment. Cataracts. Glaucoma. Pterygium. Age-related Macular Degeneration. Hearing Impairment. Part 3: Nutritional Impairment. Teeth and Dentures. Importance of Water Intake for Older Persons. Social Dining for Low Care Residents. Tips for the Therapist. 3. Hygiene Practice. Personal Hygiene. The Client in the Salon or Clinic. Hygiene Care for the Therapist. Equipment Hygiene. Hygiene Standards in the Salon or Clinic. Linen Hygiene. Linen for the Salon and Clinic. Packing the Cosmetic Bag. Hygiene Tips for the Client. Pathogen Prevention Procedures. Sterilisation. Disinfection. Method of Disinfecting Equipment. Sanitisation. Sanitising Units. Infections and Immunity. Bacteria. Viruses. Fungi. Immunity to Infection. Immunisation Concerns for the Therapist. 4. Fingernail and Skin Care Tips. Common Fingernail Problems. Coloured Nails - What Do They Mean? Treating Hands and Fingernails. Nail Polish and Nail Polish Remover. Simple Tips. Common Skin Disorders in Older Persons. Safety Tips for the Therapist. 5. Cosmetics, Essential Oils and Beauty Therapy. Understanding the Use of Cosmetics and Essential Oils. The Use of Sorbolene Creams. Application of Cosmetic Creams and Lotions. What Cosmetics Should I Use on my Client? Selling Cosmetics in Aged Care Homes. Facials. Working Around Beds, Chairs, Wheelchairs and Lounge Chairs. Before Giving a Facial. A Facial for Frail Persons. Makeup. The Eyebrows and Colour Tints. Eyelash Tints. Makeup Application. Makeup Tips for Older Women. Waxing for Older Women. Facial Hair Problems. Safe Waxing. Waxing Facial Hair. Manicure Tips. Step Guide to a Basic Manicure. Coloured Nail Varnish. 6. Natural Therapies for Older People. Introducing Therapies to a Client. Preparing for the Massage. Massage to the Head, Neck and Shoulders. Giving a Full Body Massage to an Older Person. Using Essential Oils. Herbal Infusions Used for Hands and Foot Spa. Creative Visualisation. Colour Therapy. 7. Reflexology and Face Reflexology for People in Care. What is Reflexology? What is the Difference between Reflexology and Acupressure? How Does Reflexology Help? Foot Chart. Face Reflexology. How Does Face Reflexology Work? Contraindications. Reflexology Face Charts. Face Reflexology Reflex and Pressure Points with Basic Head Anatomy. Face Reflexology for Frail Persons. Chinese Face Reading and Acupressure. Conclusion. 8. Home Visits and Hospital Visits. Home Visits. Visiting a Client. Client Contracts. The Client at Home. Hospital Visits. Palliative Care Clients. 9. The Code of Ethics and the Delicate Balance. Confidentiality. Referrals. Case Studies. When Not to Treat a Client. Conclusion. References. Further Reading. Useful Websites.

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Book SynopsisCombining a wide range of drug-free therapeutic approaches, this book is a step-by-step guide to Peter Smith's unique, 100% natural sleep solution. It:· Explains how sleep 'works' and the physical and psychological causes of insomnia.· Offers practical advice about how to practice good sleep behaviours and switch on relaxation responses within the nervous system, including the revolutionary concept of 'virtual darkness'.· Gives tips on getting the right dietary supplements for a good night's sleep and creating the right sleeping environment.· Advises 'night owls' 'early birds' and 'free runners' about how to reset problematic sleep cycles.· Provides guidelines for preventing jetlag. 'Sleep Better with Natural Therapies' combines psychological treatments, such as CBT, with physiological ones, such as adjusting the biological clock, and demonstrates that it is possible to retrain the mind and change your learned associations with sleep in just a matter of weeks. This is vital reading for anyone struggling with insomnia, problems with sleep cycles, or the effects of jet lag and will be of interest to complementary health practitioners and mental health professionals.Trade ReviewOffers practical advice about how to practice good sleep behaviours and switch on relaxation responses within the nervous system... Gives tips on getting the right dietary supplements for a good night's sleep and creating the right sleeping environment... Provides guidelines for preventing jetlag. "Sleep Better with Natural Therapies" combines psychological treatments, such as CBT, with physiological ones...This vital reading for anyone struggling with insomnia, problems with sleep cycles, or the effects of jet lag and will be of interest to complementary health practitioners and mental health professionals. -- Universal MagazineThe book focuses on some treatment with a strong evidence base, such as bright light therapy, sleep hygiene and CBT, and also looks at pharmacological approaches... the resources section has very specific advice on what type of supplement to use and when to use them and has some information on different types of meditation... I found the book an enlightening read...The depth that the author went into when discussing treatments and techniques to use was refreshing, and the book was well structured. -- British Sleep Society's NewsletterOne of the main things I enjoyed about this book is the integrated approach [it] takes... The text offers a practical, self-help programme including relaxation, the use of bright light and darkness, diet, sleep hygiene and the management of mental tension. [It] also presents a safe way to come off sleeping tablets. As a healthcare professional who works with sleep issues, I am always mindful of an approach which gives the client the self-care tools first before withdrawing sleep medication and this book does that. The programme is designed to be implemented over several weeks and provides a solid presentation of techniques. -- Laurel Alexander, Complementary Therapist, Tutor and AuthorPeter Smith provides you with information on all areas of sleep, from understanding it to restoring a healthy sleep cycle. This book also inhabits the perfect step-by-step guide on how to overcome sleep issues such as insomnia and jet lag. Peter Smith certainly has "the-sleep-solution" and can teach anyone suffering from lack of sleep how to correct, maintain and prevent sleeping problems. -- The Journal of the Association of Natural MedicinePeter Smith has not only addressed all the usual causes of sleep disorder... but he has also considered the conventional medical causes and orthodox treatments... All in all a masterly exposition and it is hard to think of anything more that might be added... the majority of readers will find it an invaluable aid in dealing with sleeping problems without recourse to prescription drugs. -- Joe Sinclair * Nurturing Potential, Potential Unleashed blog *Table of ContentsPreface. How to Use This Book. Part 1. Understanding Sleep. 1.1. What makes us sleep and wake? 1.2. How does our biological clock affect sleep cycles? Part 2. Overcoming Insomnia. 2.1. What is insomnia? 2.2. Before treating insomnia Rule out Other Illnesses First. 2.3. Introducing the Insomnia Cure. Part 3. The Insomnia Cure Step-by-Step Treatment Program. Step 1. Increasing your Natural Melatonin and Gathering the Supplies you'll Need. Step 2. Eliminating Sleep Inhibiters, Diet and How Stress Responses Affect your Sleep. Step 3. Understanding Sleep and Health, Preloading Sleep Supplements. Step 4. Putting Everything Together: Starting to Cure Your Insomnia. Step 5. Coming off Sleeping Pills, Building the Number of Hours You Sleep, Advanced Relaxation and Emotional Release Techniques. Step 6. Consolidating and Perpetuating Your Gains. Part 4. Restoring a Healthy Sleep Cycle. 4.1. Sleep-Wake Cycles and Exposure to Light. 4.2. Problematic Sleep Cycles: Night Owls, Early Birds and Free Runners. 4.3. How to Adjust Your Sleep Cycle. 4.4. Jet Lag. Resources. How to Perform a Bright Light Treatment. Choosing and Using the Right B-12 Supplements. How to Set Up Virtual and Total Darkness. Choosing and Using the Right Melatonin Supplements. Recommended Medications. Glossary. References.

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