Description
Book SynopsisThis is a concise handbook providing a quick clinical reference on Chinese medicinal treatments for many diseases, based on Traditional Chinese Medicine theory and practice. Organized by different clinical conditions and diseases, it provides clinicians and healthcare professionals with definitions and recommended treatment methods, especially herbal medicine formulae. In addition to being a comprehensive quick reference source, this handbook also conveys a generalized understanding of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Table of ContentsOverview: Chinese History vs. Chinese Medicine; Misunderstanding on Chinese Medicine History; Obstacles in Chinese Medicine History; Milestones in Chinese Medicine History; Pre-scientific, Qualitative, and Philosophical Medicine; Complexity of Chinese Medicine; Methodology of Chinese Medicine; Chinese Medicine vs. Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM); Fundamental Characteristics of Chinese Medicine; Research and Regulation on Chinese Medicine; Nomenclature of Chinese Medicine; Practice: General Principles; Internal Medicine; Pediatrics; Obstetrics and Gynecology; Surgery; Anorectal Diseases; Andriatrics; Dermatology; Ophthalmology; Otology; Rhinology; Laryngology; Stomatology; Preventive Medicine; Bibliography; Glossary; Index of Formulae.
